Chapter 283: Navigating the Northeast (8) Good intentions

"What are the reasons for supporting the commander-in-chief? You might as well speak frankly." Zhou Xuexi took over the words without hesitation. Even if it caused him to bleed, he would not hesitate for a moment. For a very simple reason, Fang Jianxiong has had many opportunities to bankrupt the Zhou family in the past two years, but

He didn't move, and neither did the people below him. This clearly explained that Sun Baoqi did not lie to him. If the original loser was Fang Jianxiong, could Yuan Shikai and the people below him leave a scrap of bones for the Fang family's industry? I'm afraid.

The Eurasian Group is the result of being chewed to pieces.

In this case, there is nothing to worry about. The worst result is to pay some money at most. Fang Jianxiong must have other channels to compensate him. Through this matter, he can establish a relationship channel with Fang, not to mention spending a little money.

Money, even if you take out more than half of Zhou's Industrial, what will happen? What's more, Fang Jianxiong is not that kind of person. After he came to power, his protection of industry and commerce has been obvious to all. Fang Jianxiong has a family as big as Lao Beiyang.

Is it too ugly to eat?

"I feel ashamed to say that the country is too poor and the finances are too difficult. As a result, the families of the fallen soldiers and the disabled brothers have not received good care over the years. The local government has tried its best, but there is always care.

I just thought that from now on, all these mines along the Northeast Railway will be run by brother Ji. Your shares will be yours, and the profits will be split 50-50. These profits will be used to set up a foundation to make up for the loss.

Let’s look at the areas that the government has not taken care of. In addition, some disabled brothers can go to the enterprise to do what they can and receive a ration to support themselves.”

Zhou Xuexi was dumbfounded. He had gone through this whole thing without even mentioning the public debt. When Sun Baoqi saw this, he smiled at the side and said: "I don't know what I know. I support the country for these brothers. But don't you think about it?"

There are few methods. The companies affiliated to the Eurasia Group employ more than a thousand disabled officers and soldiers. The educated ones serve as supervisors, while the uneducated ones can watch the gates or something like that."

Fang Jianxiong smiled and took over the words: "Brother Ji, don't worry. People who have served as soldiers have a strong sense of responsibility. Even if it's for themselves, they will do things well and will never cause trouble to brother Ji. They really don't listen to greetings. Fired.

That’s it.”

After saying that, Fang Jianxiong looked at Zhou Xuexi expectantly. Zhou Xuexi, who had been stunned for a while, came back to his senses. He smiled bitterly and shook his head: "I now know why Marshal Yuan was defeated by Fu Shuai. Although the training of the Beiyang soldiers is not bad, the veterans are also

Too much. It's a pity that when we go to the battlefield, we have no way out. We have scruples in our hearts. This makes it difficult to improve military discipline. Grab more while you can, and live happily one day at a time. Such an army will not be able to fight against the commander-in-chief.

Soldiers, it’s a wonder that they can win.”

"Brother Ji is overrated. Jianxiong just did some things that were within his bounds. Furthermore, we, the soldiers, should serve the country and resist foreign humiliation. What kind of ability is it to bully the people at home? I don't have any sense of shame because of these bastards."

If they are submerged, how can we expect them to fight bravely on the battlefield? People, you have to have something in mind. Soldiers have to understand that going to battle to kill the enemy is not just for themselves, but also for the country, for the sake of the country.

My parents, brothers and sisters will not be bullied by foreigners. As long as they have no worries and understand their duty as soldiers, they will not lose the face of national defense soldiers on the battlefield."

Fang Jianxiong patiently expressed his thoughts, and Zhou Xuexi nodded in agreement and said: "It's not that Marshal Yuan didn't understand this truth when he arrived as a hero, but even if he understood it, he might not be able to help him like this."

This is the truth, and it is also a very high-level flattery. Fang Jianxiong smiled and said, "In this case, the mines left by the Japanese in various parts of Northeast China will be left to Brother Ji."

Zhou Xuexi smiled and took out a money order from his pocket, placed it gently on the table and said: "Immigration from the Northeast requires a lot of money. Here is a money order of five million yuan. I will subscribe for all the Northeast government bonds. Please help me fulfill my request."

The silver standard used in RMB means that one yuan is equivalent to an ocean, which is more than seven yuan of silver. Zhou Xuexi spent 5 million yuan, which is equivalent to 3.5 million taels of silver. This is a big deal.

Fang Jianxiong hesitated for a moment, looked at Zhou Xuexi sincerely and said: "Brother Ji, although Zhou's Industrial is rich, but for such a large industry, it must not be easy to have a capital chain if it spends so much money to subscribe for public bonds. I mean,

It is a good thing to support the country in building Northeast China, but it must also be done within its capabilities. The normal operation of enterprises cannot be affected by supporting the country. You must know that without well-functioning enterprises, the country has no place to collect industrial and commercial taxes. Relying on agricultural taxes alone, this country

It’s too difficult to develop.”

Zhou Xuexi found the answer to something that had always been confusing in his heart from these words. Fang Jianxiong may have admired something about Zhou, but he was more focused on the overall situation of the country's industrial and commercial development. It is easy to overthrow Zhou's industry, but what follows

What about the chain reaction of Yuan Shikai? He is indeed a man who has done great things. Letting Yuan Shikai’s most trusted financial helper take over the Japanese companies left in the Northeast will undoubtedly make industrial and commercial people more confident in national policies. Yuan Shikai’s cronies treat him this way, so

Even those who have a large net worth are not envious, but your small amount of money is nothing.

"Fu Shuai is interested. Zhou still has some wealth. The money will not affect normal operations." Zhou Xuexi didn't understand the meaning of the capital chain at first, but he quickly realized it. He felt that this word was really accurate. Doing business

Isn't it just a loose position? The bigger the transaction, the more funds will be like a chain. If any part is broken, the entire industry will naturally not function properly.

While they were talking, Yang Yongtai seemed to have something to come over, but it was inconvenient to talk about it. When Sun Baoqi saw it, he said: "Chang Qing, is there anything important?" Yang Yongtai smiled and stepped forward and said: "The General Staff sent someone to send people to Europe.

Urgent telegram jointly sent by commander-in-chief Cai, Zhang and Feng."

"What did the telegram say?" Fang Jianxiong asked with a serious look on his face. Zhou Xuexi beside him originally wanted to retreat, but it would be difficult to leave after hearing these words. Marshal Fang is avoiding him, so what are you worried about? You don't realize that this is not the case.

meeting.

"The telegram said that the British and French forces decided to launch an attack on the German army at the end of this month to save the decline of the Russian army on the Eastern Front. French Commander-in-Chief Neville expressed the hope that our army can serve as a strategic reserve for the counterattack on Verdun.

Commander-in-Chief Cai persuaded Nivell, believing that the German army had strong stamina and a hasty attack by the French army would be difficult to achieve. It was better to continue the confrontation. The longer the war lasted, the worse it would be for Germany. It was the German army that should rush to attack. General Nivell did not

Accept Commander Cai’s suggestion.”

After Yang Yongtai reported the contents of the telegram, Fang Jianxiong showed an annoyed expression and paced with his hands behind his back without saying a word. After several minutes, he stopped and turned around and said: "Call back: Cai, Zhang and Feng from the First Group Army Headquarters of the Expeditionary Force.

Commander-in-Chief. After the German army severely damaged the Russian army on the eastern front, it will inevitably turn its main force back to the western front. According to the German army's transportation capacity, it will undoubtedly be difficult to launch an attack at the end of February. I judge that if the French army attacks, it will be unfavorable.

The German army will launch a decisive counterattack around mid-April. Our expeditionary force must be prepared for the German army to adopt the tactics of concentrated tank assault. In addition, please tell Commander-in-Chief of the French Army, Nievel, that the German army has adopted a brand-new tactics on the Eastern Front.

, must be on guard. When launching an attack at this time, it is better to stop with silence, prepare deep defenses, and strengthen anti-tank combat capabilities. For some strategic points, the troops can be appropriately increased and more deep trenches can be dug."

After Yang Yongtai finished recording skillfully, Fang Jianxiong signed and went to send the telegram. Fang Jianxiong, standing in the pavilion, said with a wry smile: "The top brass of the French army are really a bunch of old stubborns. With the rapid updating of technical equipment, the German army's tactics have undergone tremendous changes. And the British and French

What about the coalition forces? They are still fighting with the tactics they used ten years ago, linear formations, and wave charges. They obviously have tanks, but they don’t know how to use them intensively. The German army has already fought like this, and they don’t even know how to learn from it.”

The other two people who didn't understand military knowledge laughed with them. Sun Baoqi was a little worried and said: "For the safety of the 300,000 soldiers of the expeditionary force, Fuguo might as well suggest to the command level to deal with it wisely. If it doesn't work, just retreat back. There is no reason to give it.

Britain and France were used as cannon fodder."

Fang Jianxiong shook his head and said: "It's not that serious. The new tactics of the German army are not yet mature, and the performance of the tanks is also very poor. It is still difficult for my German brother to maximize the power of this tactic. In addition, the entire Western Front now,

It's all dug out in a mess, unlike the Eastern Front. The German tanks can't advance too fast, and the effect won't be that good. Forget it, I won't talk anymore, I have to go back."

Sun Baoqi asked again: "What do you think about supporting the country and increasing troops in Europe?"

Fang Jianxiong said: "Just hold on, we won't need to increase our troops soon. We've got all the benefits we need, so we don't care about so many."

After hurriedly leaving the Presidential Palace and returning to the Royal Palace, Lu Bicheng, who came out to greet him, whispered: "The American Minister Mr. Ryans is here, and he also brought an officer with him. His name is Stilwell."

Fang Jianxiong nodded to show that he had heard, and walked quickly into the living room. Inside, Ryans and Stilwell stood up to greet him. After a few polite words, Stilwell said: "Chairman Fang, the United States needs a large-caliber artillery."

, I heard that your country has developed a new 155-caliber artillery, which has the same caliber as a new French artillery. I would like to check it out and compare the pros and cons. "

Fang Jianxiong looked embarrassed, but secretly laughed in his heart. Before the U.S. Army entered the war, it was a miserable place. There were only more than 100,000 people in total, and there were no large-caliber artillery equipment. After entering the war, the M1917-type 155 howitzer was urgently imported from France.

.This is also the origin of the 155-caliber US-made large-caliber howitzers.

"Well, if your country decides to adopt the 155 howitzer developed by our country, I hope to use all the drawings of the artillery in exchange for a factory of optical sighting equipment." Fang Jianxiong seemed very reluctant. Now this howitzer has sights imported from the United States.
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