Respectfully

Most of the aircraft carriers that appeared in the late World War I were refitted from ships for other purposes, using conventional power, and adding a flight deck to the hull, mainly used to carry aircraft and conduct sea surface reconnaissance.Whether it is sea deterrence or combat capability, it lags far behind battleships and heavy cruisers.

It was not until World War II, with the further development of shipbuilding technology and aircraft technology, that countries saw the role that aircraft carriers could play in naval warfare.

The rich and powerful United States finally found an opportunity to seize maritime hegemony from Britain.Vigorously develop the aircraft carrier, creating a giant like the Enterprise, and the Nimitz, which is more domineering than the Enterprise, with a standard displacement of more than 7 tons. It not only replaces steam power with nuclear power, but also adopts more advanced aircraft take-off and landing technology.

The birth of the USS Enterprise completely widened the distance between the U.S. Navy and the navies of other countries. Even Britain, the former maritime leader, could only bite its handkerchief and be reluctantly left behind.

The only one that can wrestle with the United States is the Soviet Union, but in terms of shipbuilding technology, it is always slightly inferior.

After the Yankees fiddled with Star Wars and slashed at the economy, Soviet Russia was no longer able to compete with the United States. Coupled with the concentrated outbreak of domestic conflicts, it had to disintegrate in the end.

Li Jinyan's understanding of aircraft carriers mainly comes from later generations.At that time, the aircraft carrier has become the standard for measuring the comprehensive strength of all countries.But at the moment, in 1919, naval powers generally hold a view that having giant ships and cannons is king.An aircraft carrier with a displacement of more than 1 tons is nothing more than a "small trick", and it is equated with a scout ship and a transport ship.

Three years later, the "Washington Naval Treaty" signed by various countries strictly controlled the construction of battleships. There were also strict restrictions on the tonnage and gun caliber of other types of warships, but it allowed countries to use suspended warships to refit aircraft carriers.

It can be seen that in this era, it is easy to build an aircraft carrier, but it is difficult to build a battleship.

Incredible?

But that's the reality.

Building an aircraft carrier, Li Jinyan is by no means just talking about it.Don't take advantage of the early stage of aircraft carrier technology to increase development, should we wait until the Enterprise surprises the world and then try to catch up?

In another historical time and space, 1919, China was setting off a frenzy of imperialist carve-up, and the development of national capitalism was cut off in the middle.Confrontation between the North and the South, warlords in melee, not to mention building an aircraft carrier, it is difficult to build a gunboat.

But at this moment, Li Jinyan doesn't need to face these anymore. For him, the shipyard, the materials, and the funds are not lacking. The only problems to be solved are technology and talents,

Dalian and Jiangnan Shipyard joined forces to build submarines and light cruisers, but refit the aircraft carrier... Li Jinyan thought carefully and planned to have a good talk with the person in charge of Dalian Shipyard before going to Beijing.

Liao Qiting was married to the Sun family, and Li Jinyan had to carefully consider the next cooperation with the Jiangnan Shipyard before he could figure out what the Song family's intention was.Now the country is peaceful and the economy and politics are thriving. Once a problem arises and a civil war breaks out, the efforts of several years may be wiped out.

If you don't want to see such a result, you can only let yourself change.

"Young commander, I want to come to Beijing later."

"about how long?"

"The longest is no more than ten days," Li Jin said to Young Marshal Lou, there was no need to hide it, and he confided the shipbuilding plan and his thoughts on the Song family, "I want to communicate with Director Wei first. As for the Song family, the young marshal will Can you help me?"

"I'll leave Adjutant Ji behind and tell the people below to do something."

"I know." Li Jinyan nodded, "After the matter is settled, I will leave as soon as possible."

Not long ago, the first batch of European wage earners arrived by boat. In addition to retired soldiers, there were also some academic talents and engineers on board.Qiao Leshan and Ding Zhao's laboratory needs to add staff, and Li Jinyan also wants to see if he can dig out a few pieces of gold for the shipyard. If not, silver is also fine.No more, copper block is also good.

Thirsty for talent is definitely the truest portrayal of Li Sanshao's mood.

"This kind of ship..." Young Marshal Lou picked up the album that Li Jinyan showed him. On it was the aircraft carrier drawn by the artist according to the descriptions of the soldiers, with a little imagination.

In general, this ship is more like a cruiser, only the flight deck installed on the ship is particularly eye-catching.

Marshal Lou is good at military strategy and has a keen sense of new weapons, such as tanks and planes.The "strange ship" in front of him made him frown.

What else can such a ship do besides transport and carry reconnaissance aircraft?The firepower is weaker than the average cruiser.In naval battles, they are simply living targets.

Li Jinyan could see the confusion of Young Marshal Lou, but he couldn't explain it more clearly.In today's naval warfare, it is necessary to find the opponent to fight. Half a century later, the mode and concept of naval warfare will undergo earth-shaking changes.

In land warfare, he barely knows a little bit about it, but in sea warfare, he can't even touch it.If he couldn't explain it clearly, he might make Young Marshal Lou think that he was dreaming.

"Young Marshal, believe me, this boat is definitely useful." That's all Li Jinyan could say.Only when the boat is built and launched can I give Young Marshal Lou a more direct impression.

"kindness."

Marshal Lou didn't ask any more questions, but Li Jinyan mentioned another matter.

"Grandfather will go to Beijing with the young marshal, right? Why don't you bring Rui'er with you, I'm sure I won't be busy these days."

"it is good."

At the same time, Lou Ershao, who was having a sand table battle with Xiaopang Dun in the game room, suddenly felt a little cold, and put down the baton in his hand, with a look of confusion on his face.

Little Fatty had already set up a defensive team. Seeing that Lou Er Shao didn't respond, he raised his head in doubt, "Little uncle, what's wrong?"

"It seems a little cold."

"Is there?" Touching the thick blanket on the ground, the little fat man became even more puzzled.

Little Leopard tried his best to get rid of the inexplicable feeling and continued to fight, but the "uneasiness" still lingered in his heart, and he couldn't get rid of it for a long time.

Before going to bed, Lou Huo appeared on Little Leopard's "site" and told him that they would go to Beijing together in two days.

"Brother Yan, won't you leave together?"

"He's going to be a few days late."

There was a thunderbolt from the blue sky, and the little leopard was struck by thunder again.

Appearing at the door with a pillow in his arms, the little chubby pier, who planned to sleep on the floor of the second young master, looked at the expressionless uncle, then at the cold-eyed uncle, and turned around decisively. Go back to your room and sleep.

Young Marshal Lou and Second Young Master Lou closed the door, and the conversation was considered "pleasant".

On the scheduled departure day, Li Jinyan bid farewell to Bai Lao and the Lou brothers at the station. The soldiers who were about to go to Beijing stood neatly on the platform. After several bloody battles, the troops looked murderous just standing with guns.

The Second Young Master Lou was originally carried out of the car by Li Jinyan, but Mr. Bai rarely turned a blind eye, and Young Master Lou didn't say anything.Walking into the station and seeing these soldiers, Lou Er Shao insisted on leaving by himself.

"Brother Yan, Rui'er can go by herself."

Wearing a custom-made military uniform and a big-brimmed hat, the little leopard, who was simply a miniature version of the young marshal Lou, immediately attracted most of the attention on the platform.

The clothes on Little Leopard, from the material to the style, were all decided by Li Jinyan, and the master craftsmen of the quilt factory made them by themselves.

Not only army uniforms, but also air force, navy, and improved training uniforms.

With the development of the army and the refinement of the military branches, the styles of military uniforms have also changed. From the color to the style, the difference can be seen at a glance.The first ones to change clothes are still the six northern provinces. With Li Sanshao here, the soldiers from the six northern provinces will always become the vanguard of "fashion".

Even if the troops in other places get the news, they haven't seen the "real thing".However, once the troops from the six northern provinces entered Beijing, the secret was no longer a secret.

"Young Marshal, the two newly added carriages are full of military uniforms and supplies." Li Jinyan handed a list and price list to Young Marshal Lou, "I wrote the quantity and price on it, and there are ten sidecar motorcycles as well. Last time, all the military uniforms were given away for free, but this time it won’t work, it’s a one-buy price, absolutely no discount!”

Marshal Lou took the notebook and nodded with a serious expression. The adjutant and several officers beside him didn't say a word for a long time.

Bai Lao had already sat in the carriage, took out a few transcripts of ancient books, and read them contentedly.

Lou Ershao stood straight in front of a group of soldiers, and bowed solemnly under the curious eyes of the soldiers.

The soldiers were stunned, and the battalion commander at the head was even more startled. He hurried forward, stretched his hand halfway, and hesitated. What should I do if such a porcelain doll is injured by his strength?

"Uncles are all heroes." Second Young Master Lou stood up straight, with a straight expression, his small face was serious, "Without uncles, Huaxia would not be what it is today. When Ruier grows up, she will carry a gun to defend herself like the uncles. nation."

Before the soldiers could open their mouths, Second Young Master Lou gave another respectable military salute, turned around and ran towards Li Jinyan who was talking to Young Marshal Lou. At this moment, he looked more like a seven-year-old child.

Behind him, the battalion commander and his fellow soldiers gasped at the same time.

"My dear, this is too similar!"

"I just saw it from a distance before, standing in front of me abruptly, and still wearing such a suit, my god! I didn't do this when I was fighting the bayonet with Lao Maozi!"

"Look at your good luck!"

"I'm worthless, who was stiff like a rock just now?"

"You really have the posture of a young commander..."

"How about brothers?"

The whistle sounded, and the discussion among the soldiers stopped abruptly. Although the Second Young Master Lou was not mentioned, that uncle, those childish words, remained in the memory of the soldiers.Until they were old, they would still point to Lou Rui who appeared in newspapers and on TV, and repeat the memories of those years to their grandson lying on their knees over and over again.

"Our group of Qiu Ba who only knows how to fight, the president who is only seven or eight years old, bow to us and call us uncle..."

Witnessing the previous scene, Li Jinyan bent down and picked up Lou Er Shao again, rubbing his face, "Will Rui'er join the army in the future?"

"En." Lou Er Shao nodded, "my grandfather taught that anyone who has made great contributions to the country and the people should be respected regardless of their status, age, or status. It should not be for appearances, but from the heart. If Er can sit quietly at the table, read and practice calligraphy, she should keep in mind the kindness of her predecessors. Uncles are heroes, so is Brother Yan, and the gentlemen in the school, Rui Er will remember them all in his heart."

Listening to Lou Er Shao's words, Li Jinyan suddenly felt his nose a little sore. Although it was just childish words, his heart was touched more than ever before.

"Also," the little leopard put his arms around Li Jinyan's neck, turned his head, his ears turned red, "Brother is too."

Young Marshal Lou still had no expression on his face, but he stretched out his hand to hug the little leopard from Li Jinyan's arms, holding him with one arm, "Get in the car."

Li Jinyan hurriedly said to Lou Er Shao: "Low your head, be careful not to bump into it."

Before he finished speaking, a big hand in white gloves had already covered the back of the second young master's head, lowered down, safe and sound.

The little leopard was still smiling and waving to Li Jinyan. Li Sanshao paused, looked at the little leopard, and then at Young Marshal Lou. He always felt that this little leopard seemed cunning.

Bai Lao's officialdom thick black study is really quite effective.

Time waited for no one, seeing off Bailao and the Lou brothers, Li Jinyan immediately met with the person in charge of the Dalian Shipyard and several master craftsmen with the best skills in the shipyard.Unlike when tanks were first built, aircraft carriers are not weapons that must be kept secret, but during the construction process, some new technologies must be guaranteed not to be leaked.

"Yan Shao, such a ship..."

After Li Jinyan's verbal description, plus some information from the intelligence bureau, the person in charge of the shipyard discussed with several master craftsmen, and thought that the simple modification, plus the elevator and take-off deck, would not be a big problem.

As long as the funds and personnel are in place, it won't take too long.

The problem is that there is no experimental object for them to do. The Huaxia Navy has less than [-] warships that can be sold. The rest are small gunboats, torpedo boats, and submarines. Even the oldest Zhenhai No. It's not like you can move just by saying it.

"Then transform the merchant ship."

Li Jinyan made up his mind that no matter what, the aircraft carrier must be built.The naval warships cannot be moved, and there are two cargo ships damaged during the war in the John Shipping Company. The displacement is not large, but they can be used by the masters to practice first. If John complains, he will directly pay for them.

Except for his own efforts, half of John's business has reached the scale it is today, thanks to Li Jinyan. As long as he didn't suddenly get hydrogen gas in his head, he would not risk offending Li Jinyan and refuse his request.

"I will solve the problem of the ship. In terms of technology, the shipyard needs to worry more. A group of European workers and technicians will arrive in Guanbei in a few days. Director Wei can see if they are useful."

After sending the director of the shipyard to leave, Li Jinyan did not take a rest immediately. There were still reports from the Intelligence Bureau on his desk, mostly about Hokkaido and Ryukyu, and the U.S. received Japanese warships. The process of negotiation.

Kawaguchi's "work ethic" is high, and his police force is doing very well.

Whether it is a Japanese prisoner of war or an expatriate, his subordinates show no mercy to the native Japanese.The Japanese on the island did not seem to be their compatriots. Waving batons and fighting with fists and feet are commonplace.

After officially leasing Hokkaido, the Huaxia government issued a series of laws and regulations for the local area, and dispatched government officials and the first governor.

The governor and officials of Huaxia are already prepared to be fiercely resisted by the local islanders, and have also formulated relevant policies and countermeasures, but they did not expect that the Japanese on the island were unexpectedly honest, and one was Kawaguchi Reiichi The work is "in place", and the second reason is that the tax in China is actually lower than the tax levied by the Japanese government!

Thanks to the joint "efforts" of the Japanese and North Korean police, several of the richest landowners and factory owners on the island were convicted and sent to prison. The reason for their convictions was that they secretly planned an assassination incident against the Governor of China.Is it credible?In short, this is the result of the Japanese police investigation.

Their family property was confiscated, and the land was allocated to some "good-behaved" islanders for cultivation. Even though they still had to pay most of the money, compared to the previous days, it was like a heaven and an underground.

Under the influence of Kawaguchi and others, some Japanese on the island changed their attitudes more thoroughly. They began to claim that they were Ainu, and drew a clear line with other "Japanese".

The Governor's Office has noticed these changes, and the measures it has taken are "governing by doing nothing."It is also easy to find external excuses. Huaxia implements a "democratic" policy in the leased land and does not interfere in the "internal" affairs of the local people.

The Japanese make trouble on their own, and even if they start fighting, it is none of the business of the Chinese. At most, they send the police to maintain law and order. It must be mentioned that the police are also Japanese.

These methods were all used by Japan on Huaxia, but now they are still used on the other side, and it is time for the scumbags to taste it.

The Shang family of Ryukyu has been away from the throne for 40 years. Even with the "help" of China to restore the country, it is quite difficult to truly control the power of the country.The Japanese governor resigned, but the officials selected by the Japanese government are still there. If the Shang family wants to gain a firm foothold, it must ask Huaxia to send officials to co-govern with the royal family as stated in the letter of credence submitted to President Lou Da.

As for the negotiations between the United States and Japan on the issue of warships, it can be said to be an incalculable bad debt.

Makino, who signed the Paris Peace Conference, was assassinated as soon as he returned to China. Although his life was saved, he lost an eye and a leg.This assassination actually aroused the fighting spirit of this gentleman. Not only did he give up suicide, but he survived with determination. He even wrote a memoir about it, which was quite popular.

Makino is not dead, Huaxia has leased Hokkaido, and Ryukyu is also independent from Japan. It is impossible for the Japanese government not to recognize the Treaty of Versailles.

The Americans came to the door and asked for all the battleships in the Japanese First Fleet and Second Fleet. The cruisers picked and picked, and they also wanted ten ships.

The Japanese didn't want to give it, but the Americans forced them to their doorstep.

Like the Germans scuttling the battleship?But the fleet is moored at the military port, unable to sail out, and sinks to the port, the Americans can still pick it up.

The only way for the Japanese is to procrastinate, serve beauties and wine together, regardless of whether they are bow-legged or not, success is success if they can stabilize the American ghosts and animals.

As for whether he can take the opportunity to come up with a solution... Anyway, it can be delayed for a day.

Probably grasping the mentality of the Japanese, Li Jinyan rolled his eyes, perhaps, he could do another deal with the Americans.