Mussolini and Hitler were actually similar. Before they came to power, they were very embarrassed. They organized party members, engaged in street movements, promoted their ideas everywhere, and bribed powerful officials and generals. They all needed money.
Now was the most critical period for him to reach the top. Suddenly, a huge pie hit him on the head. Mussonili was simply dizzy. A large iron mine requires more than just funds. Once this project is established,
, you can bribe the big domestic capitalists.
Mussolini could boast that even though he was not in power, he could help everyone gain huge profits. What an amazing political achievement. Moreover, this cooperation also involved two warships, which was another huge profit for the shipyard.
I will definitely be grateful to him. This kind of military cooperation can bring benefits to the military.
The Western powers have long regarded China as a paradise for adventurers. Britain and France have long made a lot of money, but Italy has always been able to only watch and have no ability to eat. However, once this project is implemented, Italy will be able to open up the Chinese market.
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Thinking of this, Mussolini could no longer sit still. He said enthusiastically: "I very much agree with this cooperation and will definitely do my best to promote cooperation between the two parties."
Zhang Tingshu also had experience this time and did not agree rashly. Instead, he smiled and said: "Mr. Mussolini, the Americans and I have also discussed this cooperation, but the Americans have been pressured by Japan and are unwilling to cooperate with us.
Especially since the Washington Conference is about to be held, and Italy is also one of the participants, if there is pressure from Japan, I wonder what measures you will take?"
"Let those little dwarfs go to hell!" Mussolini said nonchalantly: "Compromising with the Japanese is an insult to Italy's dignity. Even if the current government agrees, I will not agree to it after I come to power. I can completely tear up the agreement.
, the cooperation between Italy and China must not be allowed to change."
Mussolini said angrily. Zhang Tingshu and Zhang Xueliang looked at each other and nodded. This is the advantage of dealing with a dictator. He can agree to something without any scruples. There is no need to worry about changes in the middle.
Of course, Mussolini is not yet a true dictator, after all, he has not yet truly been in power. But the more so, the more it means that he is a potential stock that can be invested boldly.
Zhang Tingshu said with a smile: "In this case, I can also make two guarantees. The first is to provide one million US dollars in funding to the National Fascist Party within the first year. The second is to purchase from Italy every year after Mr. Mussolini comes to power.
The quota will be at least five million or more."
Two huge scented baits were thrown out, and Mussolini was completely impressed. This bold guy immediately signed a draft contract with Zhang Tingshu, and then immediately started making preparations.
Italy had no precedent of building a high-speed heavy cruiser, so it had to be redesigned. At this time, Wu Yulin also sent specialized technical personnel to discuss with the personnel of the Italian shipyard.
Finally, the design indicators were taken out. The standard displacement exceeds 10,000 tons, and the full-load displacement is about 11,000 tons. The main gun is three triple-mounted 203mm 55-caliber guns. The secondary battery is eight 120mm guns, and there are additional
Six quadruple-mounted 40mm anti-aircraft guns. The maximum speed is 30 knots and the cruising capacity of 15 knots is 8,000 nautical miles. It can carry four seaplanes.
Judging from these performances, they are almost the same as the American New Orleans-class cruisers. This class of cruisers was also the best-performing first-class warship in the United States before World War II. During World War II, it also made many military exploits.
Compared with the New Orleans class, the warships built by the Italians have little difference in speed and endurance. This is something that can't be helped. After all, it is ten years ahead of schedule and the power system is slightly lacking. Moreover, Italy is a Mediterranean country.
When they design warships, they focus entirely on the Mediterranean Sea. It is a bit difficult to expect them to have an ocean-going concept.
However, this basically satisfied Fengjun's requirements. According to the agreement, the cost of a warship was US$6.5 million, but Fengjun only had to pay half of the price, and the other half was guaranteed by the bank and repaid with iron ore.
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This is also a win-win proposal. Feng Jun reduces cash payments, Italy obtains a stable source of iron ore, and the banking industry also gets a share of the pie. Everyone is happy.
Zhang Tingshu and Zhang Xueliang stayed in Italy for a while and inspected a large number of military industrial enterprises. As an old industrialized country, Italy's many technical levels are not much worse than those of the United States. However, this country is not good at fighting. The poor army has ruined Italy.
The name of the military industry.
As the commander of the tank division, Zhang Tingshu temporarily lost his official position, but he was still very sensitive to various new technologies. He also spent a lot of money and signed many agreements. In fact, this was also a strategy of Zhang Tingshu, as much as possible
By kidnapping more Italian military-industrial companies, even if the Japanese put pressure on them, the Italian government may not risk offending these companies and interrupting cooperation.
During this time in Rome, in order to show how much he valued Zhang Xueliang and Zhang Tingshu, Mussolini also asked his daughter Ada to accompany them. This eleven or twelve-year-old little loli was quirky and brought a lot of laughter.
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After leaving Italy, they went to Berlin. After two years of development, Germany has become the Fengjun's main partner. A large number of young officers and college students have entered German schools, and some can even be seen on the streets.
Shadows of Chinese students and businessmen.
Randall, who had visited China for inspection, came to greet Zhang Tingshu in person. As soon as he met Randall, he gave Zhang Tingshu a warm hug.
"Well done, my friend. I have seen your battle report on the Korean Peninsula. I think the successful use of tanks in combat is a key factor in your victory. And you are now the best tank commander in the world, and you can come to Germany.
, it’s our honor.”
Zhang Tingshu also smiled and said: "Don't flatter me. I came to Germany with a pilgrim heart. I always think that Germany has many commendable military things, and my eldest brother also admires Germany's military."
in every possible way."
Randall shook his head and smiled bitterly: "But we were still defeated. The powerful Germany turned into what it is today."
"There is a saying in China that a gentleman takes revenge. It is not too late in ten years. I believe that sooner or later Germany will become a powerful country!"
Randall nodded slightly: "According to the original plan, you can study at the Berlin Military Academy, which is the cradle of Germany's best generals. Clausewitz, Moltke, Schlieffen, and Ludendorff all came from here.
It’s a pity that Britain and France have shut down this great military academy and can only arrange for you to go to Munich Military Academy.”
At this point, Randall's fists were clenched and his joints were all white. The Berlin Military Academy, also his alma mater, is the headquarters of the German Junkers Corps, representing the top level of German military service. World War I
After the defeat, it was forcibly closed. Every German soldier would feel sincerely ashamed every time he thought about it.
Zhang Xueliang also said: "Thirty years in Hedong, thirty years in Hexi. The more humiliated you are, the more you have to struggle. Just like my motherland, it is falling apart and the powers are rampant. We understand the feelings of Germany. One day, those
The country will be liquidated!"
Zhang Tingshu arrived in Berlin and received unusual enthusiasm. That night, a large number of young officers found him, including Guderian, Manstein, Rommel and others. After the baptism of World War I, some German officers
Military geniuses have realized the value of armored power on the battlefield.
Especially after Feng Jun shared his experience in fighting in the Far East with them, the Germans paid more and more attention to weapons such as tanks. Although they were restricted by the Treaty of Versailles and could not develop them, this did not prevent them from conducting some discussions.
In particular, Zhang Tingshu personally commanded large-scale tank operations and successfully made detours and rapid breakthroughs. His battlefield experience was extremely valuable. These World War II stars could not help but learn from Zhang Tingshu.
Less than half a month after Zhang Tingshu arrived in Berlin, Zhang Xueliang found him and said with a smile: "Weijiu, a group of students have been coming to Germany for two full years, completed their studies, and are about to return to China.
There might be hope for our future in it, don’t you want to send it to them?"
Zhang Tingshu suddenly realized something and patted his forehead: "How could I have forgotten all about this? In fact, not only these people are going back to China, but also a group of hired foreign experts are also going back to Fengtian. They should indeed be sent away."
Hundreds of Chinese students were waving goodbye to their German teachers and classmates. Everyone had tears in their eyes. In the past two years, they had received the most rigorous education and basically had no leisure time.
Time. They were crazier and more desperate than the strict Germans. They were completely militarized and managed. Almost all of them completed their studies ahead of schedule. A total of more than 300 international students embarked on a journey back to Fengtian.
Their hard work also completely impressed the teachers and students in Germany. With a group of such crazy young people, this country will not sink forever. At this moment, there is no distinction between country and nation. The dream of a strong country is between China and Germany.
surging in.
Among these students are China's earliest nuclear physics experts, who produced the world's first nuclear bomb, electronics talents who designed the first radar, and the designers of the best tanks in World War II, who realized the large-scale use of penicillin.
Medical experts in industrialized production...
Of course, these young people still need time to hone their talents before they can develop their talents, but an engineer has already arrived in Fengtian in advance, and he is Christie.
This American not only came alone, he also brought a self-designed tank. When he arrived in Fengtian, this tank had two turrets and could not rotate 360 degrees. It seemed to be a backward and failed product, but there was something inside
It contains an important technology, that is, the suspension system, which is the key to making the tank more comfortable and faster! (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to come to Qidian to vote for recommendations and monthly votes. Your support is
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