Fengxian Jiangshan

And more importantly, the city of Fengtian is clean and the roads are in order. It is not that there are cleaners and patrolmen passing by to maintain order.There are no beggars that can be seen everywhere in other areas on the streets. Just from this point of view, Fengtian is much higher than other cities in China.

Seeing the small things, and being able to govern Fengtian like this, and by extension, the development of the three eastern provinces will definitely not be bad.From Jiang Fangzhen's heart, he didn't think highly of Feng Jun.At the beginning, Zhang Zuolin was a bandit leader who became successful by accident, cunning and fierce. Although he defeated the Democratic Party, he almost killed Jiang Baili.

However, whether Zhang Zuolin was leading the army to fight or governing the local area.It's all the same old style, and the habit of banditry is very serious.Such a person is at most a powerful one.Absolutely no real meritorious deeds.But what he sees now has overturned his understanding of Feng Jun, which is definitely not the level that a group of bandits can get.

Especially when passing by the block, Jiang Baili saw a stretch of tall chimneys, which were constantly emitting billowing black smoke.If this is placed in future generations, it will definitely be a source of pollution that will be removed.But at this time, Jiang Fangzhen felt extremely kind.

Such a huge industrial area is unique in the whole country. This Fengjun is really a big hand, and he has created so many factories.And this is still under the eyes of Japan and Russia, which is really amazing.

After walking for such a long time, Jiang Fangzhen's heart has already set off monstrous waves. Industry is the best embodiment of national strength, and it is also the secret of the great powers' ability to bully China. It seems that Fengjun has grasped this fate. It seems that Fengjun's The rising momentum is irreversible!

After getting out of the car, Jiang Baili said with great emotion: "Lan Shuai, you can see the whole leopard at a glance. It is really gratifying that Fengtian can have such a great development."

"Mr. Jiang, it has been three years since Fengtian started industrial construction. It may take a long time to achieve something. But to put it bluntly, we have found the direction to strengthen the country and the army. The only way is to develop industry. Only by mastering advanced technology and relying on strong national strength can we drive the big powers out of China, as for the others, we are just looking for fish.”

When Jiang Fangzhen heard this, he said with a smile: "Lan Shuai, some people in the society advocate learning from the United States, and some people advocate learning from Russia, but no matter what you say, you must start from the system, only Lan Shuai emphasizes starting from the industry. It is unique!"

"The system is just for reference. Doctors have long paid attention to prescribing the right medicine, which varies from person to person. This is especially true in this country. How to manage it requires constant adjustment and coordination. The systems of different powers are also different. But all powers have One characteristic is that all industrialized countries can produce all kinds of machinery and equipment, weapons and ammunition. If we don’t grasp this commonality and pursue other things, not only will we not be able to save the country, but it will also harm the country.”

Zhang Tinglan also said with great emotion: "No matter how it develops in the future, if you don't know how to develop industry, don't know how to pay close attention to national defense, can't be tough on the outside world, and can't defend national sovereignty, such forces will be ruthlessly eliminated by the Chinese people sooner or later!"

"Well said! It can be said to hit the nail on the head. Lan Shuai's insight is really admirable."

Jiang Fangzhen has not only been to Japan, but also went to Germany to study abroad, and he is very clear about the trend of the world. After hearing Zhang Tinglan's insights, he is like Huang Zhong Dalu, who admires him very much. With similar insights, the two sides The distance between them has also shortened a lot.

They walked into the living room, where the guests and the host were seated. Jiang Fangzhen went straight to the point and said what he wanted.

"Lan Shuai, General Wu entrusted me to come here this time. He wants to purchase a batch of munitions, mainly artillery and aircraft. He wants to purchase [-] artillery pieces of various types, plus [-] combat aircraft. He also wants to ask Lan Shuai to implement them. The original promise was to send a group of technicians to help increase the production capacity of the Gong County Armory."

As Jiang Fangzhen put a purchase list in front of Zhang Tinglan, Zhang Tinglan picked it up and looked at it. Wu Xiucai was indeed a lion, including eighteen 150mm heavy guns and thirty-six 36mm howitzers. In terms of quantity, it is enough to equip four or five Beiyang infantry divisions. It seems that after the central government is controlled, the expansion of the Zhijun army is inevitable, and the handwriting is quite amazing.

"There is nothing wrong with providing these ammunition, but I want to know how much Yushuai is going to spend. This is not a small amount!"

"Lan Shuai, I wonder how much you plan to offer?"

"Take the 150mm howitzer as an example. Heavy artillery of a similar caliber is the main force of the armies of various countries. Our neighbor Japan does not even have equipment. The cost of producing a artillery is at least 15 oceans. According to each artillery with 400 rounds Calculated by shells, Yushuai ordered [-] doors at a time, and the total price is about [-] million. I'm really worried that he won't be able to pay enough money!"

After Zhang Tinglan finished speaking, Jiang Fangzhen also widened his eyes, with a look of disbelief. He never thought that a cannon was so expensive. Although Wu Peifu also prepared several million, it was obvious that the cannons alone The price is unaffordable.

In fact, Zhang Tinglan is not asking a random price, and wants to buy heavy artillery internationally.Basically impossible, this is a priceless treasure.In addition, in three or four years, after Germany rearmed, it relaxed its arms export restrictions to China and provided a batch of 150mm towed howitzers.Each artillery piece cost a sky-high price of 87 yuan, and a heavy artillery regiment with 24 artillery pieces cost a total of 2088 million yuan.

Although the artillery sold by Fengjun is not as advanced as Germany's.But at least the caliber is the same.The power is also good, and there are corresponding supporting services. The price of 20 yuan is not high at all, and it is already a very reasonable price.

"No, no!" Jiang Fangzhen suddenly shook his head again and again: "Lan Shuai, you can't do this business. I heard that the 150mm heavy artillery you sell to Fengjun is not produced by you, but the equipment of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, which is second-hand. , according to the price of the new product. I am afraid it is unreasonable?"

After being broken by Jiang Fangzhen, Zhang Tinglan's face did not change at all, but said with a smile: "Mr. Jiang, it is precisely because it is obtained from Austria-Hungary that the price cannot be cheap. There are many stories in it, and the cost of shipping alone is astonishing." In addition, although the artillery is from Austria-Hungary, the shells are actually produced by the Fengjun. This kind of shells is different from the shells we use, and they have to be produced separately. The price is definitely very fair, otherwise you can find the big powers , look at their prices!"

Zhang Tinglan said with a smile, Jiang Fangzhen was choked back immediately, counting with his fingers, Britain, France, the United States and other countries did not buy this kind of weapon for China, Germany was still a mess, and Japan did not even have their army equipped, and How could it be sold to the squadron!

There is only one choice, and that is Fengjun. In other words, if you want to buy it, you have to be prepared to be slaughtered.Jiang Fangzhen's mind kept spinning, and he said with a smile: "Lan Shuai, with such a high price, Yushuai may have to think about it. Let's talk about other things first."

Jiang Fangzhen changed the subject on his own initiative, and said with a smile: "Shuai Lan, would you like to tell Jiang how these Austro-Hungarian artillery came from?"

"There is nothing wrong with saying it now. At that time, Austria-Hungary was still at war with Russia. The Russians seized a large number of Austro-Hungarian arms. Then I got these arms to Fengtian through smuggling channels in Russia. At that time, I got a total of 48 Only then did the Fengjun establish two heavy artillery regiments."

"Lan Shuai, it's been two or three years since we talked about these artillery pieces. At that time, the European War had not yet ended, so you dared to attack the big powers?" Jiang Fangzhen asked in disbelief.

"Hey, the three eastern provinces are between Japan and Russia. How can they fight a bloody road if they don't use dangerous tactics!"

"If my guess is correct, Fengjun got the arms from Russia, and the machinery and equipment were mainly from Russia. No wonder Fengjun's equipment is all made in Russia. It seems that you have obtained a lot from the Russians. Less benefits."

"It can only be regarded as a little interest." Zhang Tinglan said with a smile: "Russia has occupied a million square kilometers of China's land, and is also trying to meddle in Mongolian rape. Facing such a cruel enemy, if you don't goug out a few pieces of flesh from them, Wouldn't it be cheaper for them."

Hearing this, Jiang Baili secretly admired him. This Fengjun was indeed a gang of bandits, and dared to attack the big powers. Although Russia is now in a civil war, it is no longer a concern, but a few years ago, Russia was still A behemoth, no one dares to offend.

A young man in Fengjun dared to make an idea of ​​Russia. He was really daring, but he was allowed to make it. It was unbelievable. Could it be that the heavens were helping him?

"Shuai Lan, since you mentioned Russia, I would like to ask you for advice. After the Feng army sent troops to Hailan, they have been standing still. What kind of calculations are they planning?"

"The Outer Northeast is China's territory. It is related to the mouth of the northern line of the three eastern provinces. It is a place that has to be contested. The Fengjun has begun a large-scale expansion of the army. This winter will continue to increase troops on the northern line. As long as the time is right, we will do nothing. Send troops without hesitation, and regain the homeland!"

When Jiang Baili heard this, he couldn't help clapping his hands and applauding: "It's rare, it's really rare! The Feng army, with its powerful force, didn't think about fighting a civil war to unify China, but wanted to regain the homeland. A role model for soldiers in the world!"

Zhang Tinglan also laughed: "Mr. Jiang, since you also agree with Fengjun's proposition, I wonder if you can stay in Fengtian and help me?"

"This?" Jiang Fangzhen couldn't help pondering a little: "I was entrusted by Yushuai, I eat the king's salary, and I should repay the king's kindness. It's not good to leave halfway!"

"Mr. Jiang, as long as you are willing to stay in Fengtian, Fengjun can exchange arms with Yushuai!"

Chapter 5 to Sixteen: Great Army Expansion

"Lan Shuai, how many cannons are you planning to sell?" Jiang Fangzhen asked with a smile, "I really want to know how much I'm worth..."

"Sir is a great talent. If Yu Shuai is willing to let him go, I will give him eighteen more cannons. It will not be a big deal!"

When Jiang Fangzhen heard this, he immediately burst into laughter, and couldn't help but said: "A cannon weighs more than 5000 catties, and eighteen cannons weigh [-] catties. In the past, the emperor was only worth ten thousand gold. This price is not cheap. But Lan Shuai is willing to pay such a high price, what do you want Jiang to do?"

"Fengjun is expanding its army substantially, and urgently needs a large number of military talents, especially middle and lower-level officers who have received military academy education. Fengtian Lecture Hall has also continued to expand its enrollment over the years, but after all, the school has a short period of time and the accumulated talents are far away. Not enough. I would like to ask you to sit in the lecture hall, expand military education, recruit talents from all sides, and train more qualified officers for the Fengjun.”

Zhang Tinglan went straight to the point and put forward her own idea. Zhang Tinglan was not at ease if Jiang Fangzhen really went to lead troops to fight, but there was absolutely no problem in letting him engage in military academy education and train qualified officers.Moreover, Jiang Fangzhen is not good at running small circles, so even if he is allowed to take charge of the military academy, he will not create a faction. This is what Zhang Tinglan feels most at ease about.

Jiang Baili didn't expect that Zhang Tinglan would take the initiative to recruit himself when they met for the first time, which was really unexpected.But he saw the changes in Fengtian, and he also knew Fengjun's ambition to regain the outer northeast.Jiang Fangzhen can be sure that Fengjun is a very promising army and it is worth serving.

He couldn't help thinking for a while, and then said with a smile: "Shuai Lan, it's a matter of loyalty. Yu Shuai asked me to purchase arms. This matter must be dealt with first, and I can also be regarded as revisiting the old place , take a good look at Fengtian's changes, and make sure you know what to do in the future, let's talk about it in the next step."

Although Jiang Fangzhen didn't agree, but his tone was obviously relaxed. As long as he worked harder, he could pull Jiang Fangzhen over completely. Zhang Tinglan was also very happy.He said with a smile: "Mr. Jiang, since you want to know about Fengtian's situation, I will issue you a special pass. You can freely enter and leave some key military enterprises and army camps to learn about Fengtian's situation."

"Hahaha. Lan Shuai is so generous, isn't he afraid that Jiang will leak military secrets?"

"Naturally, I can trust Mr.'s character. This will never happen."

"It's rare for Lan Shuai to trust me. There are a few students from Baoding who came with me this time, He Zhuguo, Wang Yizhe, and Wu Keren. All three of them are from the Northeast. Now that they are successful in their studies, they all want to return to Fengjun to serve. I By the way, I brought them all back to Fengtian. I want to recommend it to Lan Shuai, how do you think it should be arranged?"

After Jiang Fangzhen mentioned these three people, Zhang Tinglan's mind turned quickly. These three people will be well-known in the Fengjun in the future.He is a representative of the new military officers, and he is also very famous. Jiang Fangzhen is indeed a lucky star. When he came, he brought three Baoding students with him. It is definitely a good start. If he can really help himself, maybe he can bring more celebrities too!

Zhang Tinglan said with a smile: "The great talent recommended by Mr. Jiang naturally has nothing to say, but the Fengjun has its own rules in terms of employing personnel. Any newcomer must go to the grassroots army for an internship and understand the various rules and regulations of the Fengjun. After half a year , accept the promotion assessment, and pass the promotion before they can be promoted to officers. Of course, if there is a battle during the period and they show bravery, they can be promoted exceptionally. If they want to serve in the Fengjun, they have to work from the platoon leader level, step by step, to be promoted. Get promoted."

At the end of the Qing Dynasty and the Republic of China, there was a period of extreme shortage of talents. Many international students came back from abroad and could directly become professors. After graduating from military academies, they could hold high positions. It is absolutely unimaginable in later generations to be the top wearer of the second rank.

Although it can be said that this is an eclectic use of talents, it is also suspected of spoiling the growth of the seedlings. Without sufficient tempering at the bottom, many people can not fully adapt to the task, and when they are suddenly promoted to a high position, it is easy to be uncontrollable and contaminated. Bad habits, forming cliques.

Jiang Fangzhen is of course familiar with these situations. Hearing Zhang Tinglan's introduction, he nodded with a smile: "Shuai Lan is thoughtful, soldiers really need to sharpen at the grassroots level before they can be useful, and these three students will be handed over to you , I believe that they will all perform well in the future and become outstanding talents."

Zhang Tinglan and Jiang Fangzhen had a very happy chat. From the things in front of them, they talked about the First World War, the emergence of various new weapons, and the changes in strategies and tactics.Jiang Fangzhen is a master of military science, and Zhang Tinglan has advanced ideas. The more they talk, the happier they are, and they even feel like they hate seeing each other late. Zhang Tinglan didn't send Jiang Fangzhen away until the night was dark and thousands of lights were on.

Back in the office, Zhang Tinglan came up with several sets of reorganization plans. Feng Jun was going to expand the reorganization, involving tens of thousands of people. It was absolutely impossible without a proper plan. Zhang Tinglan kept revising and revising, Weigh the pros and cons of all parties.

He worked until midnight, when footsteps could be heard outside, and his wife Zhou Xinyao came in with a small bisque bowl, which was still steaming.It has been two years since Zhou Xinyao got married, and the two of them had a tacit understanding. She gently placed the small bowl in front of Zhang Tinglan, then turned around, and lightly pressed both hands on Zhang Tinglan's shoulders.