Chapter 160: Attack on Vladivostok
The Amur Bay is a commercial port and the front of Vladivostok Castle. The water depth is only 10 meters to 20 meters. When the ammunition is fully loaded with ammunition, it is easy to be stranded or hit by the reef, which is dangerous for the battleship classification.
"We can let the battleship formations strike targets at the Japanese sea, and let the latter send heavy cruiser formations into Amur Bay to attack from various military sites facing Vladivostok to make up for the blind spots of the main guns of the battleships. In this way, although the frontal firepower is relatively weak, there is no need to worry about the attack of Russian small ships!" Lieutenant General Lin Jianzhang said.
Zhang Yunfei nodded and said, "This plan is a safe plan."
Chief of Staff Xu Zhigang suddenly asked: "When I was receiving Russian warships, there were some good things in the Russian warships. Among them, the large armored cruiser of the Russian fleet, the Liurik, is the warship that surprised me the most. The Liurik is a ten thousand-ton armored cruiser, and is the first ten thousand-ton armored cruiser in Russia. It belongs to our heavy cruiser category. It can be fully incorporated into the heavy cruiser formation and join the battle."
Lieutenant General Lin Jianzhang added: "That's right. The Liurik is indeed our heavy cruiser category. Russia is under France. When we started to build the Seahawk-class heavy cruiser, Russia began to build the Liurik. The firepower is similar to our heavy cruiser, but the armor is thicker than ours. Therefore, its tonnage is higher than that of the Dalian.
Since the Russians had no money to build more battleships, they focused on building armored cruisers, and the bigger they built, the large armored cruisers like the Liurik were born. It could reach Zhang Yunfei's heavy cruiser standards, but it could also be called a second-class battleship.
"Because the Russian Second Squadron did not suffer from our attack, many warships, including the Liurik, were not damaged when they surrendered. In order to deal with the possible wars in the Far East after returning to China, we brought more than half of the naval reserve personnel, and could directly operate these damaged warships and join the combat operation to attack Vladivostok." Chief of Staff Xu Zhigang said.
"Also, the captured Russian Second Squadron also has an armored cruiser, two protective cruisers and five lightning destroyers are intact, so you can participate in the operation!" Lieutenant General Lin Jianzhang added.
"I also find another problem, that is, the Russian lightning destroyers pose a great threat to our warships. They are so fast that in this naval battle, our old protective cruiser Xiamen was sunk. We need more such fast destroyers to enrich the fleet's strength." Chief of Staff Xu Zhigang said.
Zhang Yunfei nodded and replied: "Don't worry about this. The 8,600-ton destroyer we customized in the UK and France is already on our way back to China. Compared with Russian destroyers, our destroyer is faster, more airworthy, and can fight with the fleet in the ocean!"
Zhang Yunfei was also disappointed that the Xiamen land was sunk. However, he knew that it was inevitable that his own warships were sunk by the enemy in a naval battle, especially outdated warships like the Xiamen. In naval battles, old ships were basically sunk on their backs first.
"That's great. With this fast destroyer, we will be more powerful to the fleet. There is no need to be afraid of the enemy's small ships harassment!" Chief of Staff Xu said excitedly.
"Let's do it! Organize the Liurik into the heavy cruiser formation. The five destroyers and three gunboats in the seized area will be organized into the sea patrol fleet. Patrol the sea border in peacetime and join the fleet in wartime to provide escort for the fleet. What do you think?" Lieutenant General Lin Jianzhang asked Zhang Yunfei.
Zhang Yunfei nodded and said, "Yes! But I suddenly had a new idea!"
"Please give me a message!" Zhao Gang, Lin Jianzhang and Xu Zhigang immediately became a positive attitude, with a serious expression on their faces.
"Relax!" Zhang Yunfei continued: "I suddenly felt that destroying Vladivostok is not enough. I want to occupy Vladivostok!"
When Zhao Gang first wanted to attack Vladivostok and destroy the Russian team's supply base, Zhang Yunfei thought that if he could occupy Vladivostok, it would undoubtedly be a heavy blow to the Russian government. In addition to showing off his force to deter the Russian government, it would also seriously weaken Russia's military presence in the Far East, and even if negotiated, it would have sufficient bargaining chips.
The Russian navy in the Far East was completely destroyed, the 6th army could not replenish supplies, and was also facing a starvation. Tsarist Russia could not relieve its near thirst.
Coupled with the British mediation and a comprehensive public opinion and political offensive, the chances of the Tsarist Russian government's compromise are much higher.
Lieutenant General Zhao Gang asked: "If we want to occupy Vladivostok, we have to use at least one reorganized division. After all, there are five times the Russian team there, and if Vladivostok is not taken down in a short period of time, will it attract a large-scale invasion from the Russians?"
Zhang Yunfei knew what Zhao Gang meant, so he explained: "No need to dispatch one division, just a group in the Lushun area."
"A regiment?" Zhao Gang was immediately confused. Even a division might not have taken Vladivostok, let alone a regiment.
Zhang Yunfei said, "Well, just one group is enough! Look at the map!" Zhang Yunfei pointed to the map of Vladivostok and said, "This is Vladivostok, surrounded by the sea on three sides, and our fleet blocked and bombarded. Behind him is the primeval forest that cannot be seen at a glance. Only the coast of Amur Bay to the west is the only narrow way out to the outside world. Once we climbed 6 in Amur Bay, quickly seize the place and build blocking fortifications."
When Zhang Yunfei said this, Zhao Gang immediately understood and immediately said: "If you build fortifications here, the entire Vladivostok will be strangled and become a turtle in a jar."
Lieutenant General Lin Jianzhang nodded and said, "Under the full encirclement and shelling of the navy, the Russian team's ammunition, medicine, food, etc. will soon be in a hurry. More than 100,000 people in Vladivostok Castle will soon collapse due to lack of food. This blocking task will be handed over to our Navy Team 6 to complete! Our team 6 has enough to strengthen the organization of the independent regiment, with more than 3,000 people, which is enough to complete the sheep-cropping mission!"
When Zhao Gang, who was standing beside him, he became anxious when he heard Lin Jianzhang say this, and said, "Old Lin, you are not righteous! Your navy's credit book is already piled up. You have to let us drink some soup when you eat meat!"
"Old Zhao, don't say that. Your 6th Army has more important tasks! Think about it, Russia has millions of troops waiting for you! Sisi, your future contributions are awesome for us!" Lin Jianzhang said with a pretentious attitude.
"Okay, don't make any more money! The best result of this operation is to occupy Vladivostok, but there is no requirement. The minimum guarantee is to destroy important Russian military bases, especially supply facilities. Your Navy Team 6 will complete the blockade of Vladivostok. You must remember that on the premise of blocking Vladivostok, you have extra ability to attack. In addition, I will add you twenty additional Maxim wheeled heavy machine guns and 300,000 bullets. Be sure to get the Russian team stuck in Vladivostok." Zhang Yunfei ordered finally.
"Yes! Complete the task resolutely!" Lin Jianzhang and Xu Zhigang immediately saluted and made a guarantee.
"Okay! I'll leave Vladivostok to you! The combat code is B. It's not too late. Get out immediately after you're ready. Be careful not to walk on the road, just let the Russians in Vladivostok be prepared. Go!" Zhang Yunfei said.
"Yes!" The two of them took the order and left.
Seeing Lin Jianzhang and Xu Zhigang stealing the credit, Zhao Gang asked jealously: "Yuan!"
Zhang Yunfei smiled and said, "Don't worry! This plan was first proposed by you, and you have made a contribution. At the same time, your 6th Army is the foundation of this battle and cannot be easily transferred out. You must be prepared to prevent the Russian invasion in full. This way! You should immediately go to Shengjing on my behalf and go to the Governor of Shengjing Iketang, my uncle, to tell him that we will immediately take over the defense of Fengtian area, and I will greet him immediately."
"Please rest assured, I'll prepare immediately and come out immediately!" Zhao Gang said.
"Okay, take me to say hello to Governor Iketanga. After I handle the Lushun affairs, I will go over and get along with you immediately. Take the time to build Shengjing defense." Zhang Yunfei ordered.
"Yes! Please don't worry, I will definitely keep Shengjing as solid as a solid foundation!" Zhao Gang patted his chest and assured Zhang Yunfei.
Zhang Yunfei nodded and said, "Go!"
After Zhao Gang saluted, he turned around and left.
Afterwards, Zhang Yunfei immediately ordered the base camp to prepare to detach the camp and go to Lushun.
At this time, the guards came to report that Zhang Er had arrived.
Originally, Zhang Er was waiting for Zhang Yunfei at Dagukou, Tianjin. Because according to etiquette, Zhang Yunfei had to go to Beijing to sleep with the saint when he returned to his country.
However, due to the emergency incident in Lushun, Zhang Yunfei temporarily changed the route and rushed straight to Dalian Bay, so Zhang Er had to hurry to Dalian Bay to report his work to Zhang Yunfei.
When Zhang Er stood in front of Zhang Yunfei, Zhang Yunfei almost didn't recognize him. He changed a lot, mainly because he became a wolf in the Qing Dynasty and became steady.
"Young Master, I finally hope you back. When I arrived at the dock, I heard that the young master's fleet won another battle. Congratulations to you!" Zhang Er said after seeing Zhang Yunfei.
"Aren't you waiting for me at Dagukou? Why did you come here?" Zhang Yunfei asked.
"That's right. I'll bring you the seal and court uniforms from the court. I was originally waiting for you at Dagukou, but when I knew you were in Dalian Bay, I was worried that the young master would encounter obstacles from local officials here, so I hurriedly brought your seal and official uniforms over with you." Zhang Er said.
Regarding Zhang Er's words, Zhang Yunfei nodded, understanding the faces of these Qing officials, and in person, behind the scenes.
"How is the situation at home? I want to go home first and visit my mother!" Zhang Yunfei asked.
"I was about to tell you! Something big happened at home!" Zhang Er said suddenly.
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