Fengxian Jiangshan

Zhang Tinglan nodded with a smile: "Listen to me telling you slowly, now is the best opportunity!"

Tao Jiping also listened attentively to see what Zhang Tinglan had to say.It turned out that in World War I, the Russian government, with backward industrial capacity and insufficient production capacity, ordered a total of 330 million M1891 Mosin Nagan rifles and a large amount of ammunition from two American companies—Remington and New England Westinghouse. At its peak, Remington produced 5000 rifles per day, while Westinghouse set a record of 160000 per month.

Although the two companies produced millions of rifles, only 350000 were actually delivered to Russia. After the February Revolution in Russia in 1917, the Russian Provisional Government announced the suspension of the contract, which made Remington and Westinghouse immediately into an economic crisis.

In order to save these two companies, the U.S. government bought all the rifles at a price of 30 dollars, and also asked for an additional 80 to be produced. Later, these guns were scattered among the people, and some were sold to other countries. Of course, more Most of them were sent to Russia and handed over to the White Army to intervene in the Russian Civil War.

In addition, this batch of weapons once fell into the hands of Feng Jun. When the U.S. military left Vladivostok, they handed over the rifles in the warehouse to the Japanese troops who were still stranded here at that time, and asked them to return to Japan when the Russian troops arrived. It was destroyed before, but the Japanese sold the guns to Zhang Zuolin cheaply.

Not many people know this historical secret. Ever since Zhang Tinglan was engaged in arms smuggling on the Middle East Road, he has already known the situation of the United States providing arms and weapons to Russia. Naturally, he also knows the situation of these two factories.

There is no doubt that two factories in the United States are in trouble now, and the US government does not know how to deal with this burden.Moreover, the Americans took the initiative to approach Fengtian, hoping to use Fengtian's power to fight against the Russian majority.

Since the Americans are sincere, Zhang Tinglan will help the United States solve this problem and get the Americans to agree to transfer the production line to Fengtian, so that China's military production capacity will definitely expand rapidly like taking a big pill.

Of course, it is impossible for Fengjun to have such a strong organizational ability as the Americans, but it is absolutely amazing to be able to produce [-] rods a year.

When Tao Jiping heard Zhang Tinglan's introduction, he was completely jealous, and he held everything tightly. After Zhang Tinglan finished speaking, he slammed the table: "Zhuoyan, you must find a way, these machines must be obtained. God, no matter how difficult it is!"

Chapter 399 The Dangerousness of Americans

The Mosin Nagan rifles produced in the United States are of better quality than the original Russian ones, and by bringing the American production lines to Fengtian, you can learn American technology and management experience by the way, and then you can introduce some supporting factories. If it goes well, it is entirely possible to increase the production capacity of Fengtian Arsenal by ten times.

"Zhuoyan, only you can think of such a good solution, but I am ready to receive the equipment, it must be done!"

"Director Tao, equipment is just a tool, and talent is the user of the tool. In addition to digging out talents, we also need to come up with a new management system to bring out everyone's abilities. Otherwise, no matter how good the equipment is, we You can’t produce high-end products either.”

Hearing Zhang Tinglan's words, Tao Jiping was also thoughtful, and there seemed to be a criticism implied in the words, and he instinctively felt that there might be some major moves.

"Zhuoyan, if you have any comments, you might as well give me some pointers, and we will definitely correct it."

Zhang Tinglan nodded with a smile: "It's not about giving advice, I just want to explore a new factory management method. Our foundation is weak, and one dollar has to be broken into two dollars. Every machine has to perform at its best. Not only the arsenal, but also heavy industrial enterprises such as iron and steel plants, metallurgical plants, machine manufacturing plants, etc. It just so happens that our factory has just started and has not yet formed a management system, so it is appropriate to do this job now."

Any factory must be divided into two levels: hardware and software. Having machines is the most basic. How to maximize production capacity requires scientific methods. If management is good, an enterprise can soar into the sky, but if management is not good, A business can be doomed.

There are also a large number of works on management in later generations.Zhang Tinglan has also been thinking about it for a long time, and wants to come up with a universally applicable management plan. Now that various factories are put into operation one after another, if the management method is used well, the production capacity will be increased by half, or even doubled. A substantial improvement, as long as this set of software is done well, Fengtian's industrial development can definitely enter the fast lane.

"Director Tao, you are responsible for summarizing the gains and losses of a factory's management first. In the past few days, the heads of other arsenal factories and iron and steel enterprises will also come to Fengtian, let's discuss together."

Seeing Zhang Tinglan's attitude, Tao Jiping guessed that he probably already had a secret case, and called everyone over.It's just to deploy, but he must also come up with his own thinking.Otherwise, Zhang Tinglan will only look down upon her.Therefore, Tao Jiping immediately began to prepare.

Zhang Tinglan left the Fengtian Armory and rushed directly to the Shuai Mansion. Lao Zhang had just finished talking with the US Consul General Baker.

"Zhuoyan, the Americans are willing to stand on our side. With their support, the Japanese will never dare to do anything. It seems that we can rest easy."

"Marshal, let me say that we can't relax yet. Americans are not good men and women, and they also have their own wishful thinking. The United States needs Fengjun to rush to the front line, and it is true to resist the Russians. But they also know that Fengjun is the same The United States needs to balance the pressure of the Japanese. This is a cooperative relationship. In this relationship, whoever eats more, who eats less, or even acts as a shield to replace the dead ghost, there is too much knowledge in it.”

After all, Zhang Zuolin was still an old-fashioned figure, and Zhang Zuolin couldn't grasp these dirty ideas of the great powers delicately. Therefore, after hearing that the Americans were willing to stand out, Zhang Zuolin was very happy, and he happened to be able to bring the Americans to balance Japan.But now after Zhang Tinglan reminded him, Lao Zhang couldn't help being more careful.

He sat on the grand teacher's chair, touched his big bald head, thought for a long time, and then asked: "Zhuoyan, tell me what you think."

"Marshal, I don't have any ideas, but I just find it a little strange. According to the temper of the great powers, they have nothing to gain, but this time the Americans offered to help us resist the pressure. I think it is very abnormal."

Lao Zhang thought about it for a long time, and it hurt his brain, but he still couldn't find the key to the problem, so he could only say: "Zhuoyan, what do you think should be done?"

Zhang Tinglan's eyes rolled around a few times, suddenly his eyes lit up, and he said with a smile: "Commander, how about we invite Akajiri Zhengsuke to come over for a meal, drink some wine, and communicate with each other?"

"Zhuoyan, don't you have a fever, why are you looking for Japanese at this time?" Lao Zhang looked at Zhang Tinglan as if he was looking at a monster. It stands to reason that this person hates the Japanese the most, and he has spared no effort to deceive the Japanese. Uncharacteristically, but also to communicate with the Japanese feelings, it is too unexpected.

"Marshal, we haven't completely broken our faces with the Japanese, is everything easy to discuss!"

Lao Zhang didn't understand what kind of medicine was sold in Zhang Tinglan's gourd, but he didn't refuse, so he hurriedly called Yu Chonghan over and asked him to ask Chijiri for help.

Yu Chonghan was originally recommended by the Japanese. He was in an awkward position in the Fengjun system and could only play the role of an errand runner. After receiving instructions, he hurried to the Japanese Consulate General.

In the consulate general at this time, Yasuo Kimura and Yoshioshi Shimoda were sitting opposite Akajirisuke, and all three of them had sad faces.

"Your Excellency the Consul General, Feng Zhang is colluding with the United States, Europe and other countries, and the meaning of getting rid of the imperial control is very clear. Is the imperial government not taking effective measures?"

Akajiri Masasuke's face was solemn, and he said slowly: "Of course the imperial government will take measures, but they must be carefully considered and not rashly acted. Moreover, Russia has become a mess, and the majority party is also a huge problem for the empire. It is really unwise to focus on Feng Zhang at this time."

"Unwise?" Shimoda Yoshiro immediately widened his eyes: "Now the Americans are going to swallow up our oil extraction industry and pull the Fengjun into their arms. interests will fall apart, and by that time, it will be too late."

Yasuo Kimura also said at the side: "I also suggest to take action immediately, it is best to assassinate Zhang Zuolin, and I heard that Zhang Tinglan has a special status in the Fengjun and is a difficult character, so he should be killed as well. It's gone!" While talking, Yasuo Kimura's face was full of ferocity, oil extraction is his lifeblood, and now that he is in danger, how can he not go crazy.

At this time.Yu Chonghan came to visit suddenly. He came to the living room and hurriedly said to Akajiri Masasuke, "Mr. Consul General, Zhang Zuolin would like to invite you to the banquet."

"Oh?" Akajiri Masasuke looked puzzled, and hurriedly asked, "What's his plan?"

"I don't know either. Fengtian is very strict with me. It's hard to know any useful information. But this time Zhang Zuolin is very serious. I'm the only one who wants to reconcile with the Great Japanese Empire!"

Akajiri was squinting his eyes and thinking about it, and then said: "No matter what. I'll go and see what kind of medicine this little Zhang sells in the gourd!"

Yu Chonghan respectfully followed Akajiri Zhengsuke back to the commander's mansion. At this time, Lao Zhang and Zhang Tinglan were standing at the outer gate of the commander's mansion and waiting. Seeing Akajiri Zhengsuke coming, Lao Zhang hurriedly greeted him with a smile. .

"Mr. Consul General. Zhang Mo is waiting for you. We are also old friends. It's time to talk about our friendship."

Akajiri Masasuke couldn't understand why Zhang Zuolin was so enthusiastic.I had no choice but to follow him into the Shuai's mansion. There were glasses and plates in the living room, and Japanese sake was specially prepared.

Yu Chonghan acted as a servant at the side, helping Akajiri Masasuke to fill a glass of wine. Lao Zhang said with a smile: "Mr. Consul General, the majority party in Russia is spreading. For us, it is a huge Threats should cooperate with each other and deal with them together. I don’t know what you think?”

"Does Fengjun still need help from the imperial government? Aren't you cooperating with the United States, Britain and other countries?"

"The majority party is a threat to the whole world." Zhang Tinglan said with a smile: "Naturally, we have to cooperate with the United States and Britain, but in the Far East, it is China and Japan that face the threat of the majority party. Our cooperation is more valuable. That's what we value more!"

Akajiri Zhengsuke heard this, and snorted coldly in his nose: "It sounds good, since you value the imperial government so much, why are you helping the Americans and forcing the empire to hand over the control of the oil extraction industry? I think you are It's double-faced and three-handed, trying to fool the Great Japanese Empire!"

Akajiri Zhengsuke slammed the wine glass down on the table, with an unconcealable anger on his face.How fast Zhang Tinglan's mind turned, when he heard what he said, he immediately guessed that it was not far from it, no wonder he always felt a little abnormal, emotional Americans were also playing tricks!

Zhang Tinglan said calmly, "Mr. Consul General, regarding the issue of oil extraction, the Fengtian government only wants to protect its own interests, and absolutely has no intention of colluding with the United States, let alone actively harming Japan's interests."

"No damage?" Akajiri Masasuke widened his eyes and said loudly: "The Americans just issued an ultimatum to us, demanding that Nissin and Santai either hand over 80.00% of the shares, or pay huge liquidated damages. Isn't it your common conspiracy?"

Faced with Akajiri Masasuke's questioning, Zhang Tinglan did not have any panic, he had further confirmed the wishful thinking of the Americans.This time Zhang Tinglan launched an attack on Japan's oil extraction industry. Why don't the Americans know that this is a good opportunity? As a big power, how could they willingly help Feng Jun to extract chestnuts from the fire? .

The Japanese are in a predicament. Facing the oppression of Fengtian and Japan, the Americans swallow their fat at a low price. The Japanese have nothing to do with them, they can only vent their anger on Fengtian.

It was originally negotiated that the two sides should coordinate with each other, but now the Americans have opened their mouths to the Japanese lions alone, and the mind of eating alone can't be more clear. Sure enough, the big powers don't have a good thing. If you want to deal with them, you must beware of being sold at any time.

The Americans are letting Fengtian take the blame!Zhang Tinglan secretly thought in his heart, fortunately Akajiri Masasuke was invited here, otherwise the distance between Fengtian and Japan would not be too far away.

"Mr. Consul General, haven't you thought about the benefits of Fengtian's doing so? If there is no benefit, is it purely to please the Americans?"

Akajiri Zhengsuke frowned when he heard this, and said in a deep voice, "What do you mean?"

"It's not interesting. We have all been used by the Americans. They took advantage of the soybean dispute between China and Japan to swallow the oil mill, and all the benefits were taken. Then let China and Japan become sworn enemies, and the Americans can manipulate both sides. , the fisherman benefits, their sinister intentions, couldn't be more clear!"

Akajiri Masasuke is also a very smart person. After hearing Zhang Tinglan's words, he seemed to have guessed some clues. He asked with some doubts: "Is that true?"