The so-called water rifle is the Russian-made Mosin Nagan rifle. This rifle has a crisp sound, like water droplets splashing down, so it is also called a water rifle in China.
During the Russo-Japanese War, the Russians were severely defeated, and many weapons were scattered in the three eastern provinces. This was also the beginning of Fengjun's exposure to this kind of rifle. The 27th Division was equipped with many of them.
The water is flowing, so Zhang Zuolin is very familiar with this kind of rifle.
Lao Zhang grabbed a heavy rifle in his hand. The barrel of the gun was glowing with a ghostly blue light. Lao Zhang then picked up the gun in a familiar manner, put it on his shoulder, and then pulled the bolt. It was very smooth, although there was no
Live ammunition shooting, but Lao Zhang is also very satisfied with this gun.
"Fu Chen, look at it, this gun seems to be much better than what we are equipped with!"
Zhang Zuoxiang also took it, looked at it carefully, and nodded: "Yes, the craftsmanship of this gun is more refined and the details are handled better. If our entire division can be equipped with this rifle, the combat effectiveness will definitely be improved a lot."
ah."
Zhang Tinglan also joined in: "These rifles are produced by Americans, and their craftsmanship is much better than that of Russia. Therefore, the performance of these guns can probably exceed those made by Russia."
"Americans? Why are they producing rifles for the Russians? Can't Russia produce them themselves?" Zhang Zuolin asked immediately. As a reckless hero, Lao Zhang did not have a clear understanding of the international situation and the strength of various countries. This
It was also an important reason why Lao Zhang would fail later.
Now with Zhang Tinglan, the situation is completely different.
"Seventh Master, Russia's own industrial production capacity is limited, and the consumption of the war is too great, Russia has to authorize American companies to produce rifles for them. Speaking of which, this is also a manifestation of Russia's foreign power, but it does not have a strong industrial base, but it still wants to participate
In the bloody battle between the great powers, I am afraid that the future of this country will be in doubt."
Lao Zhang was also listening quietly at this time: "It seems that no matter how good you buy, it is not as good as being able to produce it yourself!" Lao Zhang said with great emotion: "Whether they sell to you or not at the critical moment is a question.
You have another problem on your hands. Our 27th Division must find a way to produce weapons by ourselves in the future and never have to be controlled by others."
It is a very simple truth that you cannot buy a modern army just by buying without a strong defense industry. However, there are not many people who can notice this in this era, and Zhang Zuolin is one of them.
First, the heavy industry in the three northeastern provinces under his rule once accounted for more than 90% of China's share and was able to produce almost all types of weapons. At the same time, the Nanjing government, which was boasted of its golden decade, was carrying out deindustrialization actions.
In line with the principle of buying with rebates, they almost wiped out the heavy industry left over from the former Qing Dynasty. In the end, they had to fight with their chests against bayonets. The tragedy of the soldiers could not cover up the ignorance of the upper levels of the government. Heavy industry and military industry
It is the backbone of a country. Without this economic data, no matter how beautiful it is, even if it is golden for a hundred years, it is just a piece of fat that everyone can ask for.
At this time, Lao Zhang thought of producing his own weapons, and people had to admire his ambition and insight. Soon the rifles and bullets were loaded on the carriage, and Zhang Tinglan pulled Fred over again.
"Mr. Fred, we also shipped some high-end furs this time. What do you think we should do with them?"
There was a hint of surprise in Fred's eyes. The main consumer group of soju was still the middle and lower classes. Russian aristocrats still liked their vodka, but high-end furs were different. They were the best thing to attract the attention of the upper class.
Zhang Tinglan asked someone to drive a carriage over. The carriage was filled with exquisite wooden boxes. In the wooden boxes were placed leather clothes, leather robes, leather hats, leather boots, etc. These things were provided by Liu Shucheng, and his relatives specially
Engaged in the fur business, Zhang Tinglan asked him to help get a batch of high-quality goods, and Liu Shucheng would not neglect it.
After Fred looked at it, he kept nodding: "Zhang, in one month's time, the summer in the Far East will be over. As long as the weather gets colder, these furs will definitely sell well, especially those fox furs."
The robe is enough to drive those ladies crazy!"
Of course Fred knew the benefits that this cart of furs could bring. He kept rubbing his hands and looked coveted. Of course, he also knew that Zhang Tinglan took out the furs at this time, obviously in exchange for more benefits.
Or let him take greater risks.
Jews who believe in the supremacy of money have little ability to resist interests, and the same is true for Fred.
He gritted his teeth and said: "Zhang, there are ten Maxim heavy machine guns on the first carriage. You can keep half of them."
The Maxim heavy machine gun has ferocious firepower and good reliability. It is definitely a very terrifying weapon. The battle that really made the Maxim machine gun famous was the Battle of the Somme. The German army used the Maxim machine gun to kill 60,000 British troops in one day, creating
A miracle in the history of war.
Although the Battle of the Somme has not yet occurred, the Maxim machine gun has already emerged. During the Russo-Japanese War, the Russians used the Maxim machine gun to cause huge damage to the Japanese. After the outbreak of World War I, Russia also urgently needed this kind of firepower.
Powerful weapons, so among this batch of arms there is also a Maxim machine gun.
Fred also knew that rifles might be able to get through, but heavy machine guns were also something that the Russian army valued, and a lack of quantity would have serious consequences. Therefore, making this decision entailed taking a lot of risks, but he also believed in gaining wealth through risk.
reason.
"Zhang, I hope you can provide me with enough luxury goods, furs, clothing, famous wines, watches, furniture, and even famous paintings, cars and other things as soon as possible. I will use these things to completely conquer the greedy Russian aristocrats!" Frey!
There was a fanatical light in De's eyes, as if a crazy believer had seen God appear.
After the outbreak of the war, Russia's foreign trade relations were interrupted. The nobles urgently needed to show off their status, and there was a serious shortage of precious commodities to show their status. This contained a huge market, and Zhang Tinglan was also excited.
"Don't worry, I will contact the businessmen in Fengtian immediately, and we will use all our strength to get as much stuff as possible."
Fred also nodded with satisfaction and said with a smile: "Zhang, every transaction we make can inspire our own inspiration and find new markets. I really hope that this war will never end, so that we can
There are endless business opportunities.”
Zhang Tinglan has thoroughly seen the greed and madness of the Jews in Fred. This guy doesn't care about thousands of deaths or the separation of countless families. He only values his own interests. But it is this kind of character that makes
This gave Zhang Tinglan an opportunity. If a decent person had the power to purchase military supplies, Zhang Tinglan would never have the chance to take action.
When Lao Zhang heard that he could get five more machine guns, he went crazy with joy. He hurriedly asked his men to move the machine guns down quickly. He and Zhang Zuoxiang personally supervised them, for fear of being damaged at all. This was a huge killer.
The Beiyang Army has been equipped with machine guns since the Qing Dynasty. However, as the 27th Division is a stepmother unit, the number of heavy machine guns cannot be compared with other units. This time it received five Maxims, which is definitely a huge improvement in combat effectiveness.
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The carriage loaded with weapons quickly returned to the military camp. Lao Zhang was elated. Zhang Tinglan also took the opportunity to ask: "Seventh uncle, how do you think these weapons should be distributed?"
"I haven't thought about this yet, but since it's your boy's contribution, I will make the decision to change the equipment of your father's artillery regiment first. Now you should be satisfied!" Lao Zhang said with a smile.
"Actually, I have an idea. We have mobilized 500 elite troops and are preparing to improve public security immediately. This team has to maintain public security in front of the people of Fengtian. It is the face of the entire 27th Division. Shouldn't you let this security team
The equipment of the brigade should be better. Taking it out like this will make you look good!"