"Snatch it, no matter how many people escort it, grab it for me!" Lao Zhang's eyes were also red. Any ambitious warlord would like weapons, especially heavy artillery and machine guns. You may not be able to buy them with money.
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Zhang Zuolin asked Yang Yuting many times, and he knew very well the power of the 122mm howitzer. As long as he could raise the heavy artillery battalion, he would not suffer any loss even if he fought against the Japanese in the field. After getting the fifty machine guns,
The entire 27th Division, and even the ** Brigade, can equip each company with a heavy machine gun. This kind of firepower intensity is definitely second to none among the armies outside the Pass.
As for the bullet production line, it is even more important. Although Lao Zhang came from a rough background, he also clearly sees the benefits of making his own weapons. If he can make his own weapons, he will not be dependent on others. In other words, he can hold his destiny in his own hands. This is exactly
It was Zhang Zuolin's dream.
Therefore, Lao Zhang made up his mind without hesitation, no matter how much he paid or how many risks he took, he would get these treasures in his hands.
The decision was made, but the next troubles had to be faced. Fred said a little embarrassed: "The howitzers and production lines are all American, while the bullets and shells are produced by Japan. Russia also attaches great importance to this batch of arms.
The eyes of the Three Kingdoms are all staring at me. A large number of soldiers have been specially sent to protect me along the way. With my ability, there is no way to intercept the arms. If you want to get it, I am afraid there is only one way. I wonder if you still dare to take action?" Zhang Zuolin?
He and Zhang Tinglan glanced at each other, and they both nodded in unison.
Isn't it just robbing? The 27th Division started by robbing families. It will not be difficult to return to the old profession.
"Mr. Fred, the information you provided is too important. Next, you only need to provide the specific time of the train. We will arrange the action plan and it will be absolutely seamless."
After seeing Fred off, Zhang Zuolin squinted his eyes, thought for a while, and then said: "Tinglan, the fewer people who know about such a big matter, the better. Go and call Fu Chen, and we three will discuss it carefully!"
Zhang Zuoxiang rushed over soon, and the three of them got together and kept thinking about the map of the three eastern provinces.
"Seventh uncle, dad, we are determined to get this batch of arms, but after snatching it, we will offend the three great powers. I am afraid that even President Yuan cannot afford it. Therefore, we must not take action near Fengtian, and finally in the two provinces of Jilin and Fengtian
At the junction, Meng Enyuan was also dragged into the water."
"That's right. I think we should choose between Tieling and Changtu. It happens to be a no-nonsense area, and bandits are infested, making it easy to move. But the robbery in whatever identity is also a big deal!" Since it is!
Robbery must not be carried out under the banner of the 27th Division.
"We can't cause trouble for ourselves. Under the guise of ordinary bandits, the great powers will definitely accuse us of failing to maintain public security, and then take the opportunity to expand our power in the three northeastern provinces." Zhang Zuoxiang said while thinking: "Otherwise, we will use Mongolian bandits.
In the name of this, the pressure on the three eastern provinces will be reduced a lot!"
Dad's idea is not bad, but there are loopholes. How could the Mongolian bandits be familiar with the situation on the Middle East Road? Besides, everyone knows that the Mongolian bandits are fully supported by the Russians. Do they dare to rob their masters? Therefore, they cannot
It is convincing. It will also give the powers an excuse to interfere in Mongolia, and the gains outweigh the losses.
However, this suggestion inspired Zhang Tinglan. He rolled his eyes and finally had an idea. He said with a smile: "Uncle Qi, do you still remember the counterfeit currency? I am going to use the Russians to jack up the cylinder. I think the two things can be combined.
Get up. Create an illusion to make the great powers believe that there are a large number of anti-tsarist organizations active in the three eastern provinces. They print counterfeit money, rob arms, and accumulate strength. In this way, China will be completely taken out. What's the problem?
, they are all brought upon by the Russians and have nothing to do with us!"
When Zhang Zuolin heard this, his eyes lit up. Indeed, this was a good idea. If the Russians themselves had problems, they would have to take responsibility for themselves. Naturally, the three major powers would not be able to form a joint force to deal with China together. To put it bluntly, they would use the Russian resistance organization to fight against China.
The water is muddy, and the great powers are taking advantage of the inattention to reap benefits and strengthen their military force.
"This method is very good, but to make the performance realistic, it is best to have some Russians participate."
"Seventh uncle, don't worry. I have bribed many Russians through smuggling to Russia during this period, and I think I can make things seamless."
"Okay!" Zhang Zuolin finally showed a smile on his face: "As long as we take down this batch of arms, we will be able to dominate Fengtian, not to mention Duan Zhigui and Feng Delin."
As he said this, Lao Zhang thought for a moment, and then said to Zhang Zuoxiang: "Fu Chen, I can only rest assured if this important task is given to you. You can choose whatever manpower you need, and I will give you my full support!"
"Yuting, when doing this kind of thing, the most important thing is to keep it secret. Secondly, we must achieve a quick victory. The weapons and personnel must be well equipped!"
"Well, I will immediately transfer the ** brigade out of the city in the name of suppressing bandits. You will have full authority to handle the rest. In addition, Tinglan is smart, so let him follow. If there is any emergency, please stay with Tinglan.
discuss!"
After Lao Zhang made the explanation clear, Zhang Zuoxiang and Zhang Tinglan immediately went to select personnel. They already learned from Fred that the person responsible for the escort was a Japanese squadron with nearly 200 soldiers. Despite the small number, most of these Japanese soldiers
They all experienced the Russo-Japanese War and were the most ferocious fighters.
If a quick victory is not achieved, it is very likely that they will hold them back and guard the railway line. Reinforcements will arrive soon. Not only will the robbery plan not be successful, it will also cause huge losses and unpredictable troubles. Therefore, it is very important when selecting manpower.
It is very important. First of all, you need to have excellent marksmanship, good obedience, and preferably also the ability to drive a carriage.
In addition, the weapons attached must also be the best, including light and heavy machine guns, guns used to bomb railways, and each soldier must carry enough ammunition. Zhang Zuoxiang personally arranged these, and there was no negligence at all.
The main personnel were selected from the artillery battalion. These soldiers have followed Zhang Zuoxiang for many years and have very strong combat effectiveness in the Feng army. Moreover, after being trained by Yang Yuting, the quality of the soldiers has been greatly improved, and they are no longer the bandits they used to be.
, began to look like a regular army, so they were the most suitable personnel.
"I beg your pardon, is there some big move in dispatching troops and generals?" Yang Yuting took the initiative to find Zhang Tinglan.
When Zhang Tinglan arranged the robbery, he did not consider Yang Yuting. Firstly, it was not long before he had integrated into the Feng faction. Secondly, subconsciously, Zhang Tinglan classified him as a pro-Japanese faction and was unwilling to let him participate. However, Yang Yuting asked,
Zhang Tinglan also wanted to test it out.
"Mr. Yang, during this period of time you have been training artillery, have you always had doubts about the origin of heavy artillery?"
Yang Yuting nodded immediately. Of course he knew that these four artillery pieces were the best field artillery. They were not even available in Beiyang, and the great powers would not easily export them to China. Lao Zhang must have obtained them through special means.
"With all due respect, are these artillery pieces smuggled in?"
"It can also be said that this batch of artillery was actually produced by the United States for Tsarist Russia, and then I bribed senior Russian officials to get it. Now another batch of artillery has to be transported to Russia via the Middle East Road."
"Are you planning to grab arms?" Yang Yuting was stunned. He had heard Zhang Zuolin say that Zhang Tinglan could get artillery. He had also thought of many ways, but he never thought about this young man in his twenties.
, he was so bold. He dared to disturb Tai Shui. But the more crazy he sounded, the more tempted Yang Yuting was.
"Idiot, do you think I'll do something for you?" Yang Yuting asked with a blushing face.
"Aren't you afraid, Mr. Yang?"
Yang Yuting chuckled: "Of course I'm scared, but if you want to eat, you can't be afraid of being burned. After all, I'm in charge of artillery training, so let me be in charge of four cannons. Yang can't afford to lose that person!"
Zhang Tinglan has been observing carefully and found that what Yang Yuting said was completely from the bottom of his heart, so he also planned to let him participate. After all, Zhang Tinglan knew that Yang Yuting would skyrocket sooner or later in the Feng Dynasty, so she could pull him to participate in the secret operation.
It can enhance friendship between both parties.
Moreover, Yang Yuting himself is also a great talent. Let him plan together, and the action plan will be more effective. Therefore, Zhang Tinglan did not hesitate to pull him in. Yang Yuting is not only a great talent, but also understands the habits of Japanese soldiers, so he has participated
, the action plan became more and more perfect.
At the same time, a total of 600 elite soldiers were mobilized and prepared. At this time, precise information was also transmitted. In five days, a train loaded with arms will pass through Fengtian.
The time for action has come. Just before leaving, Zhang Zuolin came to the military camp secretly. Lao Zhang was the most concerned about this operation, so he took Zhang Zuolin's hand.
"Fuchen, thank you for your hard work. Whether our Fengjun flies to the sky and becomes a dragon or stays on the ground as an insect, it all depends on this. You have to worry more!"
"Yuting, don't worry."
"Uncle Seven, after exchanging three million from Japan, the Fengtiao has stabilized. If there are any fluctuations, please discuss it directly with Wang Yongjiang. He will definitely have a way to deal with it. In addition, I suggest that you start making troubles in Fengtian with great fanfare.
While investigating the counterfeit currency case, we will also conduct drills and training for the troops to attract the attention of all parties and cover our robbery operations!"
Zhang Zuolin also nodded in agreement. Zhang Zuoxiang randomly led the troops to quietly leave the military camp, bypassing Fengtian City and heading straight to the north. Sun Anhu had already been to Harbin to receive gold, so he was very familiar with the route. He acted as a guide and led the way. Six
Each of the hundreds of cavalrymen brought two or even three horses, which not only ensured physical strength, but also carried weapons when they came back. They moved like a whirlwind, blowing quickly to the north.
After walking for more than three days, they arrived at Xiaowangzhuang, which was only 30 kilometers away from Changtu. This was the prepared ambush site. The exhausted soldiers rested as quickly as possible to regain their strength. Zhang Zuoxiang, Zhang Tinglan and others could not rest.
In just over a day, the military column will pass through here. Success or failure will depend on this time!