Chapter Five Hundred and Fifteen Cannons for Talents
Jiang Fangzhen led a military inspection team of nearly a hundred people to Fengtian. Except for a few students from Baoding Military Academy, the others were carefully selected by Wu Peifu. Their mission to Fengtian was to inspect the military production situation in the three northeastern provinces.
, and at the same time negotiated with Zhang Tinglan to purchase arms.
At present, the variety of arms in Fengtian is extremely rich. What the Zhili army needs and what it can buy need to be carefully weighed. It will definitely not work without a talented person who is proficient in military affairs, so Jiang Fangzhen was sent here.
As soon as the members of the purchasing group got off the train, they saw many officers, surrounding a young man standing next to the platform. As soon as they saw Jiang Fangzhen get off the train, the young man walked a few steps quickly and greeted him with a smile.
"Mr. Jiang's visit to Fengtian is truly a welcome event!"
Jiang Fangzhen had also seen Zhang Tinglan's photo in the newspaper a long time ago. When they met this time, he found that Zhang Tinglan was younger than he thought, but he had a strong sense of self-confidence that could not be underestimated by anyone.
"Shuai Lan is so polite. Marshal Yu said that he had a great conversation with Lan Shuai last time. If he hadn't been busy with official duties, he would have come to Fengtian in person to talk about the world with Lan Shuai!"
"Shuai Yu is also a hero of the world. It is a dream to join forces with him."
The two exchanged pleasantries for a few words, and Zhang Tinglan took the initiative to invite Jiang Fangzhen to the commander's residence for a chat. Jiang Fangzhen was not polite and got in the car directly, following Zhang Tinglan to the commander's residence. The short journey from the train station to the commander's residence filled Jiang Fangzhen's heart.
After a huge shock, Fengtian is completely different from what it was ten years ago.
The road has been greatly widened. There are rows of buildings on both sides, dense billboards, colorful, and a constant flow of people. In terms of prosperity, it is no worse than the Shili Foreign Market in Shanghai.
What's more important is that the city of Fengtian is clean and the roads are in good order. There are no cleaning workers or patrol police passing by to maintain order. There are no beggars on the streets that can be seen everywhere in other areas. From this point of view alone, Fengtian is a must.
Much higher than other cities in China.
If you know how to manage Fengtian so well, by extension, the development of the three eastern provinces will definitely not be bad. From Jiang Fangzhen's heart, he did not think highly of Fengjun. Zhang Zuolin was just a bandit leader who succeeded by chance, cunning and ferocious.
Although he defeated the Democratic Party, he almost killed Jiang Baili.
However, whether Zhang Zuolin is leading troops to fight or governing local areas, he is always in the same old style, and his banditry habits are very serious. Such people are just powerful men at best. They will never make real achievements. But what he sees now has overturned his view of Fengjun.
This level of understanding is definitely not something a group of bandits can achieve.
Especially when passing by the neighborhood, Jiang Baili saw a lot of tall chimneys, which were constantly emitting billowing black smoke. If this were placed in future generations, it would definitely be a source of pollution that would be dismantled. But at this time, Jiang Fangzhen felt extremely worried.
kind.
Such a huge industrial zone is unique in the country. This Fengjun is really a big deal. It has built so many factories. And it is under the noses of Japan and Russia, which is really amazing.
After walking for such a period, Jiang Fangzhen's heart has already stirred up huge waves. Industry is the best manifestation of national power, and it is also the secret of the great powers' ability to bully China. It seems that Fengjun has grasped this vitality. It seems that Fengjun's
The momentum of rise is irreversible!
After getting off the car, Jiang Baili said with emotion: "Lan Shuai, you can see the whole leopard at a glance. It is really gratifying that Fengtian can have such great development."
"Mr. Jiang, it has been three years since Fengtian started industrial construction. If we want to achieve something, I am afraid it will take a long time. But to put it bluntly, we have found the direction to strengthen the country and the army. Only by developing industry can we
Only by mastering advanced technology and relying on strong national strength can we drive the great powers out of China, and the rest is just a matter of chance."
When Jiang Fangzhen heard this, he smiled and said: "Lan Shuai, some people in society today advocate learning from the United States, while others advocate learning from Russia. However, no matter how you say it, you must start from the system. Only Lan Shuai emphasizes starting from industry. Indeed,
It’s unique!”
"The system is just a reference. Doctors have long been concerned about prescribing the right medicine. It varies from person to person. This is especially true for this country. How to manage it requires constant coordination. The systems of each great power are also different. But all great powers have it.
One characteristic is that they are all industrialized countries and can produce all kinds of machinery, equipment, weapons and ammunition. If we do not grasp this commonality and pursue other things, we will not only fail to save the country, but will also harm the country."
Zhang Tinglan also said with emotion: "No matter how it develops in the future, if you don't know how to develop industry, don't know how to pay close attention to national defense, can't be tough on the outside world, and can't defend national sovereignty, such forces will sooner or later be ruthlessly eliminated by the Chinese people!"
"Well said! It really hit the nail on the head. Lan Shuai's knowledge is really admirable."
Jiang Fangzhen has not only been to Japan, but also to Germany to study. He is still very clear about the trends of the world. After hearing Zhang Tinglan's insights, he was very admired like Huang Zhongda Lu. He had similar opinions.
The distance between them has also become much closer.
They entered the living room, and the guests and hosts took their seats. Jiang Fangzhen went straight to the point and stated his purpose.
"Lan Shuai, General Wu entrusted me to come here this time. He wants to purchase a batch of arms, mainly artillery and aircraft. He wants to purchase 200 artillery pieces of various types, plus twenty combat aircraft. In addition, he also wants to ask Lan Shuai to implement it.
The original promise was to dispatch a group of technical personnel to help increase the production capacity of Gongxian Arsenal."
As he spoke, Jiang Fangzhen placed a purchase list in front of Zhang Tinglan. Zhang Tinglan picked it up and looked at it. Wu Xiucai was indeed a lion, including eighteen 150mm heavy artillery, thirty-six 120mm heavy artillery,
Judging from the number of two-millimeter howitzers alone, they are enough to equip four or five Beiyang infantry divisions. It seems that after taking control of the central government, the expansion of the Zhili army is inevitable, and the skill is quite astonishing.
"There is no problem in providing these arms, but I want to know how much money Yushuai is prepared to spend. This is not a small amount!"
"Lan Shuai, I wonder how much you are planning to offer?"
"Take the 150mm howitzer as an example. Heavy artillery of similar caliber is the main force of the armies of various countries. Our close neighbor Japan does not even have the equipment. The cost of producing an artillery is at least 150,000 oceans. According to each artillery
Calculated with 1,000 rounds of artillery shells, Yushuai ordered 18 of them at a time, and the total price would be around 4 million. I’m really worried that he won’t be able to come up with enough money!”
After Zhang Tinglan finished speaking, Jiang Fangzhen also widened his eyes with a look of disbelief. He never thought that an artillery piece was so expensive. Although Wu Peifu had prepared several million, it was obvious that the cost of these artillery pieces alone was
The price is unaffordable.
In fact, Zhang Tinglan did not raise prices randomly. He wanted to buy heavy artillery internationally. It was basically impossible. This was a treasure with a price but no market. In addition, in 34 years, after Germany rearmed, it relaxed its arms exports to China.
restrictions, a batch of 150mm towed howitzers were provided. Each artillery cost a sky-high price of 870,000 yuan, and a heavy artillery regiment with 24 artillery pieces cost a total of 20.88 million yuan.
Although the artillery currently sold by Fengjun is not as advanced as Germany's, it is at least the same caliber and equally powerful. It also comes with corresponding supporting services. The price of two hundred thousand yuan per gun is not high at all. It is already very reasonable.
The price is up.
"No, no!" Jiang Fangzhen suddenly shook his head: "Lan Shuai, you can't do this for business. I heard that the 150mm heavy artillery you sold to the army was not produced by you, but was the equipment of the Austro-Hungarian Empire.
It's a second-hand product, and it's sold at the price of a new product. I'm afraid it's unreasonable, right?"
After being pointed out by Jiang Fangzhen, Zhang Tinglan's expression did not change at all, but said with a smile: "Mr. Jiang, just because it was obtained from Austria-Hungary, the price cannot be cheap. There are many stories in it, and the shipping cost alone is staggering.
.In addition, although the artillery is from Austro-Hungary, the shells are actually produced by Fengjun. This kind of shells are different from the shells we use, and they have to be produced separately. The price is definitely very reasonable, otherwise you can find them from the great powers.
, look at their prices!”
Zhang Tinglan said with a smile, Jiang Fangzhen was choked back, and he counted on his fingers. Britain, France, the United States and other countries did not buy such weapons for China at all. Germany was still in a mess. As for Japan, they did not even have equipment for their army.
How could it be sold to the Chinese ** team!
There is only one choice, and that is Fengjun. In other words, if you want to buy it, you must be prepared to be slaughtered. Jiang Fangzhen's mind kept spinning, and he said with a smile: "Lan Shuai, with such a high price, Yu Shuai may also have to consider it.
That’s all, let’s talk about other things first.”
Jiang Fangzhen took the initiative to change the topic. He smiled and said: "Lan Shuai, would you like to tell Jiang about where these Austro-Hungarian artillery came from?"
"There is nothing wrong with saying it now. At that time, Austria-Hungary was still fighting against Russia. The Russians seized a large amount of Austro-Hungarian arms. Then I got these arms to Fengtian through smuggling channels in Russia. At that time, I got a total of 48
After that, Fengjun established two heavy artillery regiments."
"Lan Shuai, we have been talking about these artillery for two or three years. The European War was not over yet at that time, so you dare to take advantage of the great powers?" Jiang Fangzhen asked in disbelief.
"Well, the three eastern provinces are caught between Japanese and Russian attacks. If we don't use dangerous tactics, how can we fight our way out!"
"If my guess is correct, Fengjun probably obtained arms from Russia. Those machines and equipment were mainly obtained from Russia. No wonder Fengjun's equipment is all made in Russia. It seems that you got it from the Russians.
Lots of benefits.”
"It can only be regarded as a little interest." Zhang Tinglan said with a smile: "Russia has occupied millions of square kilometers of China's land, and also attempts to encroach on Mongolia and Xinjiang. Facing such a ferocious enemy, wouldn't it be wrong if we don't carve out a few pieces of their flesh?
It’s cheaper for them.”
When Jiang Baili heard this, he secretly admired him. The people in the Fengjun army were indeed from a band of bandits, and they dared to take advantage of the great powers. Although Russia is now in a civil war, it is no longer a cause for concern, but a few years ago, Russia was still
A behemoth that no one dares to offend.
A young man in the Fengjun army dared to pursue Russia's idea. He was really bold, but he was allowed to do it. It was unbelievable. Could it be that God was helping him?
"Commander Lan, since you mentioned Russia, I would like to ask you for advice. After Fengjun sent troops to Hailanpao, he has been holding back. What are his plans?"
"The outer Northeast is China's territory. It is related to the sea outlet of the northern line of the three eastern provinces. It is a land that must be fought for. The Fengjun has begun to expand its troops on a large scale. This winter, it will gradually increase its troops on the northern line. As long as the time is right, we will not hesitate to do so.
Send troops without hesitation and regain your homeland!"
When Jiang Baili heard this, he couldn't help but clapped his hands and applauded: "It's rare, it's really rare! Fengjun has powerful force and does not want to fight a civil war to unify China, but wants to regain his homeland. It can be said that he has lofty ambitions.
A role model for soldiers in the world!"
Zhang Tinglan also laughed: "Mr. Jiang, since you agree with Fengjun's proposition, I wonder if you can stay in Fengtian and help me?"
"This?" Jiang Fangzhen couldn't help but ponder: "I was entrusted by Marshal Yu to repay your kindness by eating your salary. I shouldn't leave halfway!"
"Mr. Jiang, as long as you are willing to stay in Fengtian, Fengjun can exchange arms with Yushuai!" (To be continued, please search Piaotian Literature, the novel is better and updated faster!