Chapter 104 Railway of the Three Northeast Provinces
Yinchang arrived at Fengtianfu in mid-December 1905, and Song Biao arrived in Dalian by train on December 27. At this time, Dalian was still called Dalni, and the locals called it Qingniwa.
General Seyensky became the new Governor-General of the Kanto Prefecture. In fact, it was Russia who set up the Governor-General of the Far East before the Russo-Japanese War.
Seyensky was awarded this position to a large extent because of the three conditions negotiated between Song Biao and General Madnidov, plus Brigadier General Brusilov's position as the vice-principal of the Far East Military Academy. In the end, it was all for nothing.
By Seyenisky.
Therefore, Sieyensky was very grateful to Song Biao. He went to the station with his guards to greet him very early, and then directly took Song Biao to stay at the Governor's Mansion of Guandong Prefecture.
After taking over the city of Darny again, the Russians once again couldn't wait to continue their dream of building it into the Paris of the East. Driven by the Russian army's victory and the serious instability in Russia, more Russian and French businessmen
They began to flock to Dalni City one after another, looking for their dream of conquering the East here.
The truth of the matter is that this place belongs to Song Biao, and the real owner here is only Song Biao. More than one-third of the entire city's land belongs to him, and one-half of the port belongs to him. The coal, iron, and soybeans shipped from the Northeast,
Medicinal materials and furs all need to go through his Qingfeng Bank and Far East Trading Company.
Russia's lease period in Dalian and Lushun was 25 years. When it expired in 1923, the Russians unscrupulously believed that they had actually obtained ownership of the entire Liaodong Peninsula. Everything was just a matter of time. But they should understand now that Song
Biao obviously would not agree.
Because Song Biao is the owner here.
After the Russian Military and Political Department in the Far East at Lushun Port and the lease rights of Lushun Port were all transferred to Japan, Russia will transfer the management center of "Kwantung Prefecture" to Dalny City, which is a special city belonging to the Russian Ministry of Finance. Russia really does not hesitate at any cost.
He built this city with great momentum.
Song Biao came here three times, and the feeling was different each time. At this time, it became more and more like a lively and prosperous port. The buildings built throughout the streets still bear the brand of the Russians.
He rode a carriage toward the square. The streets were very clean, and four pure white Russian standard horses were pulling the carriage in front. Besides carriages, there were also rickshaws coming and going. The sky was blue, and even the air and sea breeze were so clear.
Song Biao was sitting in the carriage. He was shaking and feeling the charm of this era. If he could, he really hoped to use the nuclear bomb in his hand to blow up the entire modern civilization of the world, blow up the Ford Company, and keep the world in the same state.
In this chaotic era, even if there are endless wars and barbarism, it is better than destroying the entire world with so-called civilization and modernization.
If human beings kept on riding horses to move forward, maybe the pace of development would stop, and the world would be more lovely.
The new Russian Military and Administrative Department in the Far East is located on the east side of Nikolayev Square, next to Song Biao's Far Eastern Commercial Bank. They represent the two most powerful institutions in the city, and this new military and administrative building is located on the east side of Nikolayev Square.
The term "Kwantung State Governor's Palace" continues to be used in Russian, and the special name "Garrison Management Department" is used on the English logo.
The reason why Russia cannot even use the term "Governor-General of Kanto Prefecture" is due to the Sino-Russian "Luxury Land Lease Treaty". Although the Qing government tried its best to add a stipulation in the treaty that "Russia shall not appoint a governor in this leased area"
.And the lease was reduced from the 100 years originally proposed by Russia to 25 years. But to the Russians, the 25-year and no-governor clauses were bullshit, because the Qing Empire itself was bullshit.
As a result, the empire that really restricted Russia was the British Empire on which the sun never set.
As a result, Russia played a word game between the Qing government and the British. In front of the Qing government, they set up the post of Governor of the Kanto Prefecture. In front of the British Empire, this post suddenly became the Minister of Military and Political Affairs of Russia in the Kanto Leased Zone.
On the other hand, when Russia transferred the lease rights of Port Arthur to Japan, it emphasized that the lease rights would end in 1923 and hoped that Japan would get out of Port Arthur and the three eastern provinces after 1923.
To Song Biao, all this is bullshit.
"Governor-General" Sheyensky was an old friend of Song Biao, at least General Sheyensky thought so. He held a very grand welcome luncheon for Song Biao in his "Governor-General's Mansion".
The capital sent diplomats to attend the banquet.
Song Biao's itinerary had been decided a month ago. Under the special invitation of General Sheyensky, the high-level people attending the banquet this time included Rock Hill, the U.S. Minister to China, and Michael Mai, the British Minister to China.
Both Muller and French Minister Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to China Lupin came. The first two had already arrived.
After dealing with each other, Lu Ban came here for the first time. Since the rank of the highest commander of the Japanese army stationed in Lushun must be lower than that of a major general, Oshima Yoshimasa was not able to serve as the commander and governor of the station. The newly appointed Japanese army stationed in Lushun
The commander of the Port Arthur fleet is Rear Admiral Hayao Shimamura, who was also invited to attend the banquet.
Accompanied by General Sheyensky, when Song Biao entered the banquet hall wearing a blue-black military uniform coat customized in France, there were about 20 guests waiting here. In addition to family members, more than half of them
They were all people with whom I had had contact one after another before, the more special ones were Rear Admiral Hayao Shimamura and French Minister Lupin.
Out of respect for Song Biao, the other guests formed an irregular group to greet him. A few guests who did not know each other were introduced by General Sheyensky and shook hands with each other.
At this time, Song Biao generally had four very special symbols in the minds of the diplomats of these great powers. First, he was the governor of the three eastern provinces and the actual controller of the Northeast; second, he was the highest-level army general in Asia and also
Probably one of the best generals in the world, he was
The Russian infantry lieutenant general, and will most likely become the Russian infantry lieutenant general; third, he is the protector of Russia and France's interests in the Northeast, and he is also the governor of the three northeastern provinces that all countries can accept and have high hopes for; fourth, he is the governor of the Northeast
The most powerful capitalist is also a true warlord.
Song Biao walked over one by one, shook hands with everyone, and thanked them for their welcome. Until finally, when he met Rear Admiral Hayao Shimamura, the other party brought an interpreter.
Rear Admiral Hayao Shimamura bowed first and said solemnly: "It's a great honor to meet you here. You are a China god general that I respect very much. You are worthy of being called a god general. It's a pity that I am not an army general. I can't.
Meet your Excellency on the battlefield."
He is already a soldier in his fifties, and his temples are slightly gray. If it were not for being sent to Port Arthur as the garrison commander, he would have been sent to the Japanese Naval University as the president. Especially in naval combat theory, he has been
Known as the father of the Japanese Navy.
Song Biao nodded in return. After the translator interpreted it again, he shook hands with Shimamura Hayao again and replied calmly: "You are exaggerating. War always involves risks, and I just made the right bet. Although we failed on the battlefield,
We may meet, or we may never meet, but I hope and it is best not to meet again. There is no need for Asia to continue this kind of internal competition and war."
Song Biao has always been very hypocritical. He always talks about people and talks about people.
Rear Admiral Hayao Shimamura replied politely: "I hope it will be as you said."
What both sides think. Probably only they themselves understand. Song Biao believes that although Japan will not rekindle its dream of invading the mainland in the next few years, after the end of World War I, when they once again withdraw from the debtor country
Becoming a creditor country, when their navy helped Britain win the First World War, they would continue to burn their dream of occupying China.
Oh, to them it's just occupation of China.
Everyone had been waiting for a long time. The banquet started after Song Biao arrived, and Song Biao also sat down as the guest of honor. He arranged the tableware in front of him in an orderly manner and spread a purple napkin on his lap.
Go ahead and wait for Seyenitsky to finish his opening remarks.
Russian banquets are always indispensable, as always, with caviar and butter-grilled salmon, which are sourced from local sources. The main dish here is Russian-style butter-grilled roe deer. The dishes of the Russian upper class are basically learned from France, but they are greasier.
It's saltier and a little rougher, and because the cooking materials range is very wide, with emphasis on game and roasting and stewing, Song Biao thinks it's acceptable.
After the first course of butter-grilled fish was served, the main course was officially served. After briefly clearing his mouth with champagne and preparing to officially enjoy the lunch, Song Biao thanked the guests: "Thank you for attending the banquet to welcome me.
I am very happy because most of you here are old acquaintances. Since you are all here, I am announcing some good news."
Everyone stopped and listened to Song Biao's speech. Because he was speaking in Russian, the translators behind the banquet table had to interpret briefly as quickly as possible.
Song Biao wanted to speak in simpler English, but his English level was really not good, and it was basically the same as his Japanese level.
He glanced around gently and said, "You may all know that as the newly appointed governor of the three eastern provinces of the Qing Empire, I am indeed a clumsy and young politician. This is obvious. A month ago,
I just shocked my ancient motherland with a military parade, and this evening
The Qing Empire is infinitely good. I need to explain something here, that is, I really have no more intentions. This was a misunderstanding. The former Fengtian Province garrison general overreacted. At present, this matter has been calmed down.
There is no doubt that this is a small episode, and I use it in an unintentionally provocative way.
I unexpectedly got everything I wanted, including all these real powers, which really surprised me, a clumsy young politician. On this basis, as the true Governor-General of the three northeastern provinces, I can’t wait to start
We all know the new politics and new development path
Railways are always the foundation for the reclamation and development of a region. To this end, I plan to build a railway from Yanji to Jinchuan County within three years. This railway will connect Vladivostok on the east side and Daqing on the west side.
The empire's railway connection to the customs will realize the horizontal connection of the entire Far East for the first time."
Everyone present was extremely surprised. They had never heard of similar news before. Immediately, everyone felt sincerely happy, which meant the development of a region and the huge benefits that came with it.
Of course, they are more concerned about who will invest, build and manage this railway. This is the most important issue.
Song Biao glanced at everyone and discussed with General Xie Yenischi: "There is no doubt that no matter who or which country invests in this railway, it will cause a lot of controversy and all kinds of unnecessary troubles.
Therefore, I decided to set up a company in my own name and the name of Far East Commercial Bank to invest in, operate this railway, and undertake part of the construction, as well as most of the workers.
training and organizational work. I may need part of the loan and part of the recruitment of shares, including the hiring of a certain level of consultants and experts, and at the same time, I also need to identify one to two partners to build the railway. As part of the cooperation, they will participate
Dividends from shares, and long-term management work. Although I am a clumsy young politician, I love this vast land.
I have deep feelings for this land and know how to make this land richer and how to make it a broader international market. In this regard, I also have a fair attitude and welcome every country
Businessmen and capital will invest, start businesses, sell goods, and buy goods here. This will be a paradise for free trade. Although I am clumsy, I will persist in myself.
own ideals and justice. So, the best news is that I will build a rich and open Northeastern provinces, where every investor and everyone can benefit and find everything they want, and we want now
This railway built and more railways to follow are just a can opener of wealth. In the three northeastern provinces, we can open a mountain of gold with a small wrench."
Song Biao's words were very wonderful. Everyone here gave warm applause and friendly smiles, although everyone had different feelings in their hearts.
General Sheyensky seemed a little embarrassed. He had no knowledge of such news before, and he subconsciously felt that this matter would not develop as he and the Russian Empire expected. Otherwise, Song Biao should not be on such an occasion.
Suddenly such important news was revealed.
American Minister Rock Hill stood up first and congratulated Song Biao politely: "Your Excellency General Song, Governor of the Three Eastern Provinces of the Qing Empire, first of all, please allow me, on behalf of the U.S. Embassy in China, to convey the U.S. government's approval of your appointment as Governor of the Three Eastern Provinces.
Belated wishes and greetings, our country and I are sincerely pleased to welcome you
Taking on such a position means that the three northeastern provinces will be the most peaceful and stable areas in China for many years to come. After the political struggle between you and the former garrison general Zhao, the final result satisfied everyone.
, as you said, you further control more real power in the three northeastern provinces. This
It also means that the three northeastern provinces will definitely become more stable. I personally and the U.S. Minister to China are very happy to convey your ideals and justice for the three northeastern provinces back to the United States and tell the president and American investors that if you develop the three northeastern provinces
If there is any need for my personal service and that of the U.S. Embassy in China, we
We are very happy to provide you with appropriate help. As for this railway across the three northeastern provinces, we are undoubtedly willing to provide free and excellent technical services. Finally, I hope that I can work with you, as well as our country and the three northeastern provinces, to
The Qing Empire has a happy future, including fair play for all cooperation."
Song Biao stood up and thanked you: "Thank you, Minister Rock Hill, and thank you to the U.S. government and the Embassy in China for your blessings. There is no doubt that any blessing in this world is not late. No matter how early or late it comes, it will always come."
It’s very important information.”
Minister Rockhill happily replied: "You are a very intelligent young man. Perhaps, as you said, you are a clumsy and young politician, but you must believe in your own strength and value. This should be the first choice for everyone."
generally accepted facts."
Song Biao thanked him again.
Seeing the two of them thanking each other, the others were a little at a loss. Regarding the railway that Song Biao suddenly proposed, almost everyone had a premonition that a thrilling battle was about to begin.
Japan has been eliminated, and its only chance is probably to export rail tracks.
This is what Rear Admiral Hayao Shimamura thought, but he probably didn't expect at this time that Song Biao would not even give Japan the chance to use railway tracks. Don't be kidding, he was preparing to invest a large amount of money to build the largest steel plant in Asia. This
The steel mill's first big business was all the rails for this railway.
Song Biao is ready to use railway shares in exchange for the foreign investment and various technologies he needs, especially in the field of steelmaking, as well as some special cooperation. If the conditions of the other party are high enough, and it is Germany or France who are in the world at one time
If a country has an opportunity to take advantage of the war, he can even take out more shares, provided that he must ensure the military management authority of the entire railway.
Apart from Russia, his second largest partner in the three eastern provinces will be decided in the battle for this railway.
Everyone except Japan has a chance. Song Biao has long thought about this. He has enough cards to prevent Russia from joining the competition for the time being, giving him the opportunity to obtain more benefits.
According to the original plan, at the banquet, Song Biao, as the governor of the three northeastern provinces, would discuss the current situation in the three northeastern provinces with the diplomats, disclose some information that everyone is more concerned about, and let all countries confirm this information.
Even after the banquet, Song Biao had to have an informal conversation with the ministers of France, the United States, and Britain on the protection of the interests of each country in the three eastern provinces.
All the itineraries arranged by Britain, France and Russia were disrupted by Song Biao directly using the Huijin Railway issue. At the banquet, everyone was basically asking about this railway and some follow-up questions about the Northeast New Deal. After the banquet, the United States and Britain
The minister of the country and Rear Admiral Hayao Shimamura were eager to negotiate first, while Song Biao and General Seyensky negotiated first.
Entering the small reception room, when Song Biao was about to sit down, General Xie Yenischi was surprised and asked him: "What's going on? We have never heard of this before?"
Song Biao calmly patted Sheyenitsky on the shoulder, comforted him to sit on the sofa with him, and said: "Don't mind, this is actually what I said two days ago with Mr. Yinchang, the newly appointed governor of Fengtian.
Even if the results of the closed-door deliberations are known now, it is not too late for Russia."
General Seyenischi couldn’t wait to say: “We need management rights for this railway. There is no doubt about it.”
Song Biao said unhurriedly: "There is no doubt that Russia has neither the need to control this railway nor the possibility. Considering the chaotic situation in Russia, I can't think of Russia getting more support at the moment, and then consider the British
The Japanese alliance competes for the interests of the Northeast. I must continue to unite with other countries besides Russia and give them less benefits, but it is enough to ensure that Britain and Japan do not have the opportunity to involve more of our interests in the Northeast.
Let the Anglo-Japanese Alliance have the opportunity to break through my control of the three provinces. Therefore, the reason why I am announcing here is to deal with unfair things in a fair manner. The result will be that the Anglo-Japanese Alliance will be more responsible for this railway and other
Not even a single silver coin can be earned on the Northeastern Railway. If the situation is ideal, I hope that this railway will be split up and built by two of the three countries, Germany, France and the United States, and the management will be based on my new Far Eastern Railway.
The Railway Corporation is the main body.”
After hearing these words, General Sheyensky couldn't help but nod in agreement.
If Song Biao is a young and clumsy politician, General Shyensky is not even a politician. He and Song Biao have always had a very good relationship and regard Song Biao as a special and close friend.
General Sheyensky was silent for a moment before saying: "Well, maybe this is a better way, but you really should inform me in advance so that I can report this matter to the empire."
Song Biao said: "It's not too late to report now. I have said that this is indeed a temporary task, because before this, I have not had any chance to consider this matter, nor have I the ability to control this railway myself."
in my hands. Just a few days ago, I
I really control all the power in the three provinces. From now on, every new railway in the Northeast will be decided by me, and my plan is just the beginning. In the next five years, my railway company will probably open more
Construction work on five to six new railway lines,
No matter how I bid, it will not benefit Britain or Japan in the end. This is our attitude, unless Britain gives up supporting Japan. If the British Empire firmly believes that supporting Japan can earn benefits in the Northeast, then it is destined to gain nothing in the three northeastern provinces.
.if I
If we want to do this, we must bring Germany, France and the United States together to isolate the Anglo-Japanese alliance, especially Japan. In short, only by giving enough meat to wolf dogs will they help you look after your home. This is
What a simple truth, Your Excellency Seyenisky?"
General Sheyensky praised: "Yes, isn't that so? It's just that the empire cannot accept the special situation of other countries owning railways in the Northeast."
Song Biao continued: "Russia should think more deeply. If it does not open up to construction, the three northeastern provinces will be just a wasteland. We need them to become richer. This is in our interests. Russia alone cannot do this.
After all, I am well aware of Russia’s strength. Even Russia’s own railways depend on French loans.
According to my calculations, Russia will not have enough financial resources to build the Northeast Railway in the next five years or even ten years.
to any form of investment. Therefore, it is better not to adhere to this unreasonable principle
You and I both know that this is a meaningless insistence. When Russia hopes that I will serve as the governor of the three eastern provinces and places its hope of protecting Russia's interests on me, you should understand, especially you, Your Excellency Seyenisky
, you should understand that the three northeastern provinces are my territory of influence, and I need this place to become more
For prosperity. Provide me with more taxes and income. In short, I need more income to expand my army, develop more interests and occupy more forces in the decadent world of the Qing Empire.
, and as my power expands, Russia will undoubtedly always be the first stakeholder."
General Xie Yenischi could only nod in agreement. He said: "Yes, it is such a thing. Then I will try my best to explain it to the empire. I initially thought that you came here just to discuss financial solutions. I really didn't expect that you would come here this time."
Suddenly we talked about the railway issues in the three eastern provinces."
Song Biao nodded slightly and added: "If our financial reform plan does not have the acquiescence and support of France, I think it will be difficult to obtain sufficient support and help. It is a matter of knocking the financial power of Japan and the United Kingdom out of the three northeastern provinces.
The more critical thing is that they must not be allowed to have any form of currency issuance rights in the three northeastern provinces. This is our goal. It is also our most important goal. The so-called railway issue is just to protect the realization of this goal."
General Sheyensky praised: "Who said you are a young and clumsy politician? In my opinion, Song, you are simply the most experienced politician."
Song Biao did not deny it and sighed: "Yes. Who says it's not!"
The two talked for a while about the railway issue. After reaching an agreement, Song Biao, accompanied by General Sheyensky, continued to meet with German and French diplomats, explaining the full length of the Yanjin Railway and the approximate total amount of funds required.
, construction period. And possible return on investment.
Song Biao planned to divide this railway into two parts, namely the Fengjin Railway in the western section and the Fengyan Railway in the eastern section. Obviously, because the Fengjin Railway was part of the Beijing-Fengcheng Railway, it connected the most prosperous and harmonious areas of the Qing Empire.
In the important Zhili area, the rate of return will definitely be higher. However, the section that the Fengyan Railway passes through not only has a large amount of mountainous land, a large scale of investment, and high construction difficulty, but also is a barren newly reclaimed area along the way, so the rate of return is lower.
a lot of.
Because the Fengyan Railway passes through Fushun, this section is definitely very easy to make a profit. In order to increase the possibility of profit and reduce the difficulty of construction, Song Biao also prepared another alternative plan, which is to build a railway from Fengtian to Jilin.
Then build a branch railway at Meihekou to Tonghua, and finally
Later, a railway was built from Tonghua to Yanji, and then a railway was built from Yanji to Jilin and Changchun. As a result, the east line is a circular line composed of three railways, passing through the entire Jilin Province and passing through most of the grain-producing and population centers.
The yield will naturally increase significantly, while the Western Line is just a railway.
Germany and France are typical countries that have nationalized railways, while the United States and the United Kingdom are countries that have privatized railways. If Germany and France invest in the Northeast Railway, it must be government-funded and managed, while the United States and the United Kingdom are responsible for private capital.
Both aspects have their own advantages. The former is more loosely calculated in terms of return on investment. The goal is to expand the market and the construction period can be arranged more tightly. The latter will be more concerned about the rate of return. It is absolutely normal to delay the construction period.
, but there won’t be too much fighting at the government level.
The total investment on the Western Front is expected to be approximately 1.7 million pounds, while the Eastern Front is expected to require an investment of 7 million pounds. The investment on the Eastern Front is very large, and the rate of return is not stable. Both Germany and France hope to compete on the Western Front.
After discussing with the French Minister Lupin and the German Counselor in China Xin Liping for a period of time, Song Biao generally predicted that the competition on the Western Front would be very fierce. For the Eastern Front, it seemed that he would have to wait for further opening up terms and higher-level politicians from various countries.
choice.
It will all be very intense in the end, Song Biao firmly believes this.
As for Xin Liping, it is worth mentioning. In the next fifteen years, Xin Liping has been an important German diplomat in China. During World War I, in order to prevent the Duan Qirui government from declaring war on Germany, Xin Liping
Ping had very close contact with Mr. Sun Yat-sen and hoped to support Mr. Sun Yat-sen in leading the civil war to overthrow the Duan Qirui government. The price offered by Mr. Sun Yat-sen was to ask the German government to provide 20 million US dollars in free aid and provide other military support, etc.
Anyway, during the Republic of China, warlords and politicians had no moral integrity at all.
After the public meeting with Germany and France, Song Biao will continue to have separate discussions with the French Minister Lupin. There are many things they want to discuss, and these will be summarized one by one. Many of them have already been contacted before.
Accompanying Lu Ban was the French military attaché in China, Pedré. This brigadier general had met with Song Biao many times during the Russo-Japanese War, and the two sides were still very familiar with each other.
After the German Counselor and General Scheyensky left, Luban couldn't wait to propose to Song Biao: "Governor Song, whether from a private or public standpoint at the government level, I recommend that you choose to cooperate with our country. If the two
All the lines will be given to our country, and our country is willing to
Provide all loans. I believe that the reason why you openly talk about this and invite other countries to participate in cooperation must be because Russia's current strength is relatively weak and is not enough to support your effective rule over the three eastern provinces. You truly understand Russia.
Man, I think I was right,
And France is willing to support you. In fact, we have clearly stated our support for you from the beginning. You are very aware of this. Brigadier General Federer has had relatively in-depth contact with you, and he thinks very highly of you.
The same is true for me and the French government. We hope to cooperate with you
The cooperation will be carried out in a more in-depth manner. Of course, all the cooperation we have negotiated before will not be affected by the bidding for this railway. But there is no doubt that if this railway is ultimately handed over to France to prepare and manage, it will be very important to France.
Our cooperation will definitely have a better impact."
Song Biao thought for a moment and replied: "You are a wise man. I deeply feel that the cooperation with France has always been very pleasant. Especially on the transfer of equipment from the Chateau Arsenal, including cavalry and military horses."
In terms of cultivation, as well as financial cooperation, everything is very pleasant. Such cooperation is very beneficial to both parties, and I also have the responsibility to ensure that this cooperation is deepened and maintained, and guarantees
France’s investment interests in the three eastern provinces. However, as I stated, my company must be responsible for the main operation and management of this railway and hold the majority of the shares. On this basis, all countries have sufficient room for negotiation.
.The answer I can give you is simple, that is, France is the closest to the authority to invest in this railway, but I must ask for a more detailed investment and construction report."
Lu Bandao: "This is certain. We will dispatch the best railway engineers and surveyors as soon as possible to cooperate with your railway company in investment and construction research. We have enough confidence in you, and we will never ask for the right to garrison troops.
Such special terms, and the shares will not exceed your requirement for majority equity, but the specific total investment and total loan amount also need to be linked to the shares, do you think this is the case?"
Song Biao nodded slightly.
The fact is obvious. The people closest to the joint-stock operation rights of this railway are the French. Prior to this, Song Biao and the French had cooperated very closely. During the early production process of the Mosin-Nagant rifle, there were many
It is produced by several factories, the largest of which is the French Chateau Firearms Factory, followed by Remington and Westinghouse Machinery Factory in the United States.
After France stopped producing Mosin-Nagant rifles, the supporting production equipment was sold to Song Biao and transferred to Song Biao's Northeast Arsenal. The French Chateau Firearms Factory also sent more than a dozen engineers and skilled technicians to train workers.
, plus Song Biao obtained the production patent rights from Russia very cheaply, it won't be long before Song Biao will be able to produce Mosin-Nagant rifles and matching Nagant ammunition in his Northeast Arsenal.
In addition, Song Biao also reached more cooperation intentions with Chateau Firearms Factory and Schneider Arms Factory. In the next few years, the French will help him produce the 8mm Mauser rifles needed for Murata Type 22 rifles.
shells, as well as 75mm and 76mm shells required for the Type 31 rapid-fire cannon and the three-inch Lucia field gun, including supporting gunpowder factories.
As Song Biao prepares to implement the war horse breeding plan, the Horse Breeding Department of the French Army Ministry will also provide great support. The French Army Cavalry Section will provide training for all personnel and the supply of high-quality horse breeds.
Including the upcoming financial reforms in the three northeastern provinces, the Northeast Bank's silver dollar notes, copper dollar note printing machinery, and platemaking training may all be provided by France. Of course, there are some other possibilities for changes in this regard.
Song Biao and the French Minister to China Lupin wanted to discuss something more than just the railway. The two secretly negotiated for two hours. Because their negotiation took too long, they originally wanted to use this meeting to meet with Song Biao.
Minister Rockhill and the British and Japanese representatives had no choice but to leave first and agree on a new time for talks.
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