Historically, the Nanyang Chinese were eager to have their own motherland because they had been oppressed by European colonists and local indigenous people for a long time (not the Qing Dynasty in Manchuria, which not only distrusted the Chinese at home, but also hated the Chinese overseas).
Therefore, when the Republic of China was founded, it received a large amount of funding from Nanyang Chinese. Many senior figures of the Kuomintang were born in Nanyang Chinese. Some Nanyang Chinese even declared independence and joined the Republic of China to form the "Greater People's Republic of China".
Republic of China", but was soon suppressed by European colonists.
In the most difficult days of the Anti-Japanese War, in addition to the domestic people, there was also a backbone that supported China mentally and economically - the more than eight million overseas Chinese. These overseas Chinese tightened their belts to support the Anti-Japanese War, and thus
And suffered bloody revenge from the Japanese.
It can be seen from these examples that overseas Chinese have a strong patriotism and hope to have a strong mother country as a backing. Because relying on others is ultimately passive, just like duckweed, which can only move with the wind. What you earn
Wealth is also a castle in the air, used as wedding clothes for others.
Even if we exclude political power and only consider economic interests, establishing a good relationship with the Ming Dynasty regime, which already owns half of the country and is becoming increasingly stable, will be of great benefit and no harm.
Regarding overseas fundraising, Zhu Yongxing said he was cautious and conservative, but he was still very optimistic in his heart. Moreover, in Siam, which was the first to support the Southern Ming Dynasty, many overseas Chinese businessmen had taken practical actions and provided great help to the Ming government. Of course,
, these overseas Chinese also made profits in business and trade, and were recognized as dual nationalities on a trial basis, getting rid of the label of "abandoned citizens".
Leveraging forces from all directions to seek breakthroughs from unexpected places was what Zhu Yongxing was good at. In terms of raising materials and money alone, he had already eclipsed the Manchu Qing.
Although Zhu Yongxing's life was much simpler than that of the emperors in history, Chongzhen even wore patched clothes, but he still had no money to help the people and support the war. Therefore, in this aspect alone, the officials were extremely admirable and admired
Zhu Yongxing could not only benefit the people, but also raise more and more abundant supplies for cross-sea landings.
The Shandong War is the prelude to the Northern Expedition. Although it is still facing difficulties in supplying materials for the time being, as long as it survives this period, a bright and smooth road will appear in front of us. This is a result that many people can foresee. This is based on strategic initiative.
It can be seen that it is firmly grasped by the Ming army.
Although it is difficult to continue to increase troops in Shandong in the short term, the Ming army still has naval forces available. The vast coastline of the Bohai Bay allows them to effectively contain and harass, buying time for the stability of the war situation.
In order to unify the command of the land and water armies, Kuang Guogong Pixiong rushed to Shandong with some young staff officers and established a former enemy command center to enable the army and navy to coordinate more effectively.
"General Wei, it will take half a month at the earliest before the second batch of troops will be deployed in Shandong, and it may take even longer." Kuang Guogong Pixiong solemnly told Wei Junzhong the specific details at the first military meeting.
The situation also vetoed Wei Jun's request for an important increase in dragoons. "During this period, we can only rely on the current strength and recruit locally to support the war situation. You must know that now it is not a matter of how many troops there are, but how many troops there are."
It’s the difficulty in raising supplies for the rear.”
"The general knows the difficulties in the rear." Wei Junzhong hesitated and explained: "But with the current military strength, it is indeed difficult to expand the results. The most ideal situation is to fight in Jiaodong (Jiaodong, the name comes from Jiaodong County in the Qin Dynasty, because
It is named after the Jiaolai Valley or Jiaowei Plain and the area east of it. It is a peninsula area surrounded by sea to the east, south and north."
"The Holy Spirit and the General Staff also mean the same thing." Kuang Guogong Pixiong pointed at the map and said: "It does not require a sudden attack. If we can firmly occupy the Jiaodong area, it will be a victory. The army may be a little weak, but the Manchu Qing Dynasty must mobilize the army.
It will take time. Moreover, our army has a navy to assist us in the battle, and the combined marine strength of the three fleets is seven or eight thousand. If used properly, it will be almost enough. General Deng, what do you think?"
Deng Yao, Marquis of Jinghai, nodded. The Jiaodong area was surrounded by sea on three sides, and the navy could indeed play a great role, so that the Qing army did not dare to go too deep because of worries about the flanks and rear areas. "The marines can go ashore to assist in the battle, or harass and contain them. Presumably,
It will make the Qing army fearful."
"Your Majesty has worked hard and raised funds from all directions, and we have to share your worries for Your Majesty." Kuang Guo Gongpixiong made an empty mark on the map with his finger, which is the small piece at the easternmost end of the Jiaodong Peninsula. "Even if it only occupies such a large area,
As long as you can persevere, Your Majesty will not blame you."
"What the Duke said is absolutely true." Wei Junzhong stared at the map for a while, smiled with relief, and said: "The general's request for additional troops is also to expand the results of the war, and maybe he can occupy Shandong in one fell swoop. If the goal is to stabilize the territory, with the current strength of the troops
What can the Qing army do to me if we have the navy to assist me? It’s not the last general’s boast that this division is an elite division and can withstand several times the Qing army.”
"An elite division is also a victorious division." Duke Kuang Pi Xiong glanced at Wei Junzhong with admiration and said, "The earliest to form an army and the most victories. Even the Holy One has won praises from the Golden Mouth. In Shandong, it is General Wei and Deng
The general has created another glorious place. The most important achievements in the Northern Expedition belong to none other than these two."
"In addition -" Pi Xiong paused and continued: "We still need to work hard to realize the previous plan. From now to the spring of next year, at least one army must be recruited and formed in Shandong, and actual combat training must be carried out. After calculation, there are still
**months seem to be plenty of time, but if there is an accident, we cannot explain it to the Holy One."
"There should be no problem in recruiting and expanding an army." Wei Junzhong seemed relatively confident, but he also pointed out the difficulties involved, "Although there are difficulties in food and grass supplies, we can delay the expansion for a month or two. Now we can take advantage of the opportunity
The Qing army has not yet assembled, so the general thought that he should continue to attack the city and seize territory to lay the foundation for the future."
"When will Yu Qi's army be completed?" Kuang Guogong Pixiong pondered for a moment and said, "Even if we can't fight in battle immediately, we should be able to maintain local security, right?"
Wei Junzhong smiled bitterly and said: "Yu Qi is resolute in resisting the Qing Dynasty, but his subordinates are mixed with good and bad, and I am afraid that they will need to go through some rectification. Mr. Gu has some doubts and hopes to discuss it with the Duke as soon as possible."
"Is it a habit of the world?" Pi Xiong didn't look too surprised at this, but nodded slightly and said, "Well, I will go to Qixia tomorrow to discuss with Mr. Gu, and I have learned from Qi."