"At this stage, it is naturally impossible to take the initiative to attack and engage in all-out field combat. After all, the size difference is too big! But if I defend with all my strength, if the little devils want to attack, it depends on whether they have a good mouth!" Jiang Qiang was very happy.
He smiled confidently and then asked: "It sounds like you have any good suggestions?"
"Okay, I admit that you are very courageous! At the same time, I also admit that you are very capable and capable. Now Shandong is doing a great job, and even has the tendency to compete with the Japanese army on the surface!" Looking at Jiang Qiang's confident eyes
, Stilwell could only smooth his hair, and then changed the subject and revealed his inner thoughts: "However, I have always thought that this is just the calm before the storm. Do you really have enough air defense and coastal defense capabilities?
?
You are too close to the sea. The powerful Japanese aviation group is enough to tear apart all your defenses and destroy all the construction achievements in the fire of war. All your efforts will be in vain! As the old Chinese saying goes, it is difficult to stand alone. I think you
It is necessary to learn from the practices of the Eighth Route Army guerrillas. Instead of spending all your efforts on urban construction, you can focus on the mountainous areas and use the favorable terrain to protect yourself..."
Stilwell's analysis and suggestions are very pertinent, and this is true under normal circumstances. The Japanese fleet can bombard coastal cities, the powerful aviation regiment can easily break through anti-aircraft artillery positions, and tons of bombs can blow up everything on the surface in a short time.
architecture.
Even if Jiang Qiang now builds Zhaoyuan and other counties and cities into blooming flowers, he cannot withstand carpet bombing, and the results of several years of hard work will be destroyed in one day. However, Stilwell does not know that Jiang Qiang is a member of the Shanghai Legion.
One of the main members now not only has an incomparable coastal defense line, but can also limit the Japanese fleet to a distance of fifty kilometers.
Although the anti-aircraft artillery and air defense positions within the jurisdiction are difficult to inflict a fatal blow to the Japanese aviation regiment, they are enough to disrupt the Japanese bombing formation and allow the oncoming air force to divide and annihilate them. Currently, there are 120 of the most advanced Flying Eagle 5 fighter jets.
With the huge wealth in his hands, he can unleash a huge fleet of three to four hundred fighter jets at any time!
The ubiquitous air defense bunkers and underground castles were enough to protect soldiers and civilians from the crazy bombing of the Japanese army. Even if the surface buildings were severely damaged, they would not be injured. On the contrary, if the Japanese army really fought against Jiang Qiang at all costs,
Fighting against the air force, the result is very likely that the Japanese will not be able to survive first.
After a pause, Stilwell said in a sincere tone: "General Jiang, to tell the truth, I still have great feelings for China. This ancient and mysterious land of China has a long history and culture, and the Chinese people are full of friendship and kindness.
Hard-working, I sincerely hope that it can stand up soon and set an example for human peace and prosperity.
According to my observation, your Shandong Group Army and the Eighth Route Army have many similarities in common, and they are both full of hope and vitality, so I suggest that you join forces to save China!"
After debating for a long time, Stilwell's final intention was to be a lobbyist, to persuade him to join forces with the red regime. "Thank you, I will consider it carefully!" Through today's conversation, Jiang Qiang had a deeper understanding of Stilwell.
With a new understanding, it is really difficult to comprehensively evaluate a person. Historically, there have been various evaluations of Stilwell.
But speaking objectively and fairly, this American who is friendly to China, has a strong character and never talks nonsense has admirable talents in many aspects. He is a true strategist and an outstanding instructor in the US military. At the same time, he is also born with these qualities.
His character traits seriously affected his work effectiveness. As the chief of staff of the Nanjing government, he must have extraordinary tact and patience, but Stilwell was born to be upright and impatient.
In public, he was relatively restrained towards the Supreme Commander. Once he returned to his residence, he would vent his contempt and resentment towards Chiang. The outspoken Stilwell often criticized the shortcomings of the Nationalist government without mercy, which made him
Mr. Chiang was embarrassed and couldn't bear it. However, this also showed how disappointed Stilwell was with the Chairman and the Kuomintang.
This is clearly recorded in the history books. Stilwell really hated the Chairman of the Generalissimo, and even openly disparaged the Chairman in his diary. This is undoubtedly very rare. "..."
Wu Rongbang, Zhuang Tao, Wang Qiang, Chang Yuan and others were lost in thought at this time. Stilwell's words deeply touched them. Before that, they were not cold to the red regime's tactics, and even to a large extent they were not interested in it.
There is a contemptuous attitude. However, foreign monks like to chant sutras. At this time, the mentality of "worshiping foreigners and favoring foreigners" in China is very serious. The red regime can convince even an American military expert. Wu Rongbang and others are not shaken deep in their hearts.
It's absolutely impossible!
The entire symposium lasted three or four hours. After a sumptuous dinner, Stilwell checked into the Jinan People's Hotel under Jiang Qiang's arrangement. After returning home, Wu Rongbang offered to come to the study with Jiang Qiang to talk. Jiang Qiang was naturally
He nodded in agreement, because he knew that his old man was holding back a lot of words at this time.
After entering the study, Wu Rongbang was not polite. After taking his seat, he sighed and said: "Listening to you today is really better than ten years of reading. An American actually knows ourselves better than we do. I have always claimed to be a high-level intellectual."
I'm really ashamed of myself!" Jiang Qiang smiled and consoled him: "Old sir, as the saying goes, 'Those who look at the authorities are confused', it is normal to have some misunderstandings!" "Okay, you don't need to comfort me, I'm not that fragile!
"
Wu Rongbang waved his hand, and then said: "Since the National Government is extremely corrupt and has no hope at all, then we can no longer give them a steady stream of money. Can the United States make corresponding adjustments?"
Jiang Qiang knew that this would probably happen, and immediately shook his head and said: "It is not advisable to part ways directly. The current cooperative relationship is beneficial to both parties, and the National Government does not just get money for free!
At most, it can be earmarked and the money can be turned into military supplies and shipped back to the country. This will still be of great help to the frontal battlefield!" "Okay, then do as you say! In this regard, your vision and methods are indeed
You are much smarter than an old man like me." Wu Rongbang nodded, and then said: "I'm curious about one thing, why did you favor the red regime from the beginning and have always been optimistic about them?"
Jiang Qiang explained with a smile: "At first, I just wanted to have one more friend and one more path. Later, through contact, I gradually gained new understanding and saw some new things!" Wu Rongbang suddenly asked with an open mind:
"You haven't been one of them for a long time, have you?"
"Old sir, you are overthinking! If I were really one of them, would I be like this now?" Jiang Qiang shook his head, just because he didn't want to be restricted too much or because of conflicts of ideas, so he could only remain "ambiguous" for now.
"The state is to quit and go it alone, rather than join in!
"That's true!" Wu Rongbang nodded, and then said with a worried look on his face: "Today Stilwell said what I have always been most worried about. Can we really stop the Japanese's full attack? The Japanese's huge fleet
, can we really cope with a fleet of thousands of aircraft?”
"The soldiers are coming to cover up the water and the soil. This matter can only be taken one step at a time! I can only say this, the worst plan is to fight the Japanese in a bloody battle to the end with every inch of mountains and rivers and every inch of blood!" Jiang Qiang really doesn't want to explain too much, because there are some things
It is inexplicable. Empty guarantees and vows cannot fundamentally solve the problem of faith. I just have to be ruthless and prove everything with actions!
"Okay! We really have no retreat. We can only meet in a narrow road and the brave will win!" Wu Rongbang felt a little disappointed when he didn't get the answer he wanted, but he quickly adjusted his mood and changed the topic: "There is one last question.
, I really want to know what is the final destination in my mind?
What I mean is that after we defeat the Japs in the future, China will most likely have a three-legged alliance. How will you make a decision then? Do you want to dominate the world, or do you want to take Stilwell’s suggestion? Or do you have other ideas?
Any other ideas?” “This question is so profound!”
Jiang Qiang pretended to be thoughtful, picked up the teacup and took a few sips of tea, then asked with a smile: "Old sir, where do you think I should go then?" "This!" Wu Rongbang was immediately stopped by the question, and subconsciously leaned back.
He leaned back on the chair, then took off his glasses and put them on the coffee table. After pondering for a while, he said what he had been holding in his heart for a long time:
"Prince General Xiang Ning has the guts. I naturally hope that you can conquer the world, and then lead the Chinese nation to prosperity and let the Chinese nation stand on top of the world again. By then, you will become a shining leader in Chinese history!" Then!
As Jiang Qiang continues to grow bigger and stronger, Wu Rongbang's ambitions continue to expand, and the hope he places on Jiang Qiang becomes bigger and bigger!
Many times, Wu Rongbang dreams about how one day Jiang Qiang, one of his family members, will become the "Eternal Emperor" in Chinese history. How glorious and happy that would be! Jiang Qiang muttered: "This idea is understandable, because I
I have thought about it before! But one general has accomplished so much that thousands of bones have been withered. Our China has already suffered a hundred years of humiliation and civil strife. I cannot allow the already miserable Chinese people to suffer any more because of my own selfishness!"
Feudal monarchy and constitutional monarchy are no longer suitable for China. It is impossible for Jiang Qiang to take the road of restoration. The ultimate direction of struggle can only be democratic republic! What's more, Jiang Qiang knows the direction of history and knows who is the real plane.
Son, so he will never go against heaven and fight for the world, but will only unite his troops at the right time to fight against one family!
Wu Rongbang nodded and said: "This is indeed reasonable! I am also afraid of such a scene. We in China have shed enough blood, so we must consider Stilwell's suggestion carefully!"
"Old sir, I understand. Don't worry, I'm already confident!" Jiang Qiang nodded heavily. If he hadn't been involved in the history of the Anti-Japanese War by chance, he would have had to face and fight against it. He actually wanted to be a worry-free person.
A carefree and invisible rich man, living the life he wants and sleeping with the girl he wants, instead of spending all his time thinking about fighting and killing! "That's good, I won't worry about it!"
Wu Rongbang nodded and said: "What Stilwell said today touched me a lot. I think we can make a fuss about Stilwell and let him publicize it for us so that our people know what kind of world is outside.
!" Jiang is still old and hot, but Wu Rongbang is very good at seizing opportunities to use his strength, and he is self-taught in controlling people's hearts.
Jiang Qiang had also had this idea for a long time. He nodded and said with a smile: "Well, it is indeed necessary! Anyway, he wants something from us, and it can be mutually beneficial!" "Well, as long as you know it well! It's not early tonight.
Come on, you should go to bed early!" After a long conversation, Wu Rongbang felt much happier. As a knowledgeable and ideal senior intellectual, what he fears most is not suffering and difficulties, but the lack of direction and disorientation. "Old man
Sir, are you done talking?"
As soon as Wu Rongbang walked into the living room, Tingting, who had been waiting for a long time, stood up with a smile and said hello. "Well, I talked a bit too much today and I delayed you! It's cold, so you should rest early!" Wu Rongbang nodded and smiled, walked out of the living room quickly, and walked straight
Walking towards his three-story single-family mansion.
After sending the old man off, she soon welcomed her husband. Tingting smiled and asked, "Jiang Qiang, what's going on today? The old man looks a little strange today!" "It's okay, this is called breaking and then standing.
, the old gentleman’s thoughts have been sublimated again!”
Jiang Qiang laughed, then hugged Tingting's waist and said: "Let's go, a spring night is worth a thousand pieces of gold, we must fight for 300 rounds tonight!" There was no way that his little wife Chen Mingzhu became pregnant again, and became a first-class protected animal.
, Mr. Jiang didn’t dare to move, so he could only grab the eldest wife and bang her hard.
"Oh! You are so annoying, and I am not afraid that others will hear the joke!" Tingting squeaked, but she quickly walked to the second floor with her feet! Oh oh oh, when the rooster crows, the whole world will turn white, and the happy night will be quiet.
Time passed and the next morning came quickly.
After having breakfast at home, Jiang Qiang took a car to Jinan People's Hotel. According to the plan, Jiang Qiang would take Stilwell to see some interesting things today, such as military camps, coastal defense guns, radar stations and other places, instead of places like
Just like yesterday, I casually walked around the city and some unimportant departments.
As for the Skynet surveillance system, naval bases, air force bases, special operations division bases, underground command centers, military warehouses and other key departments, Jiang Qiang will not easily open them to outsiders unless the committee members and deputy committee members come to visit.
No one has to think about it! "General Jiang, I finally understand where your confidence and courage come from. It's incredible! You actually have so many advanced and powerful defensive weapons! I must re-evaluate your strength!"
At the end of the day, Stilwell was once again dumbfounded. The dozen or so super coastal defense guns with a range of up to 50 kilometers were enough to tightly guard the coastal defense line, rendering the Japanese naval guns useless!
Moreover, Stilwell knew better that what he saw today was definitely not everything, and there must be more secrets hidden in the dark. After a pause, Stilwell said in a very sincere tone: "General Jiang, although the United States of America
I declare neutrality now, but my intuition tells me that there will be a day when the United States of America and China will become firm allies.
Therefore, I beg General Jiang to share some military technology. Of course, we, the United States of America, will not treat our friends badly!" Stilwell, who has lived in China for a long time, is very friendly to China, but he is still an American, and his final stance will always be with the United States.
Over there, so seeing so many good things is naturally very exciting!
However, Stilwell knew very well that he didn't have much bargaining chips in his hand, so he couldn't use real benefits to persuade Yang Fan, so he could only play the emotional card. "I have never been stingy with my friends. Please don't worry, I won't let them."
You come back empty-handed! Hello, me, everyone, that’s what’s really good!”
Jiang Qiang nodded and smiled. Since he showed it to Stilwell, he naturally wouldn't let him see it in vain. He had already thought about bringing out some upcoming military technologies as a way of emotional investment and paving the way. Not only does the United States also need more
With more help, when Stilwell becomes the chief of staff of the China Theater Command, it will open the door to in-depth cooperation for mutual benefit! "It's great! Thank you General Jiang for your generosity, you will be our forever good friend in the United States.
, our American people will definitely remember this profound friendship!"
As a senior China expert, Stilwell naturally understood the essence of courtesy and reciprocity, and immediately asked with a smile: "Excuse me, what can I do for you now?"
"We do need Colonel Stilwell's help for some things!" Jiang Qiang didn't hesitate to talk about the business straight to the point, throwing out the "mutual benefit" plan that he had prepared long ago. In addition to asking Stilwell to do some
During the "brainwashing" speech symposium, Jiang Qiang also proposed that Stilwell would mediate after returning to China to keep the route from Qingdao to the United States safe and navigable.
At present, Japan has begun to strictly control the route from Qingdao to the West. Not to mention that arms and military supplies cannot pass, even petroleum, steel, food and other materials are included in the contraband. It seems that if Jiang Qiang does not negotiate and counterattack,
It is very likely that the route will be completely cut off early next year and the Shandong Army will be completely isolated again.
Jiang Qiang does not need to transport military supplies via cargo ships, but the minimum requirement is to keep passenger ships open. Now he also needs to transport personnel back and forth to the United States, South Asia, Southeast Asia and other places. In return, Jiang Qiang will provide Stilwell with technical information on land radar stations.
Anyway, these two military technologies are about to be released, so they are simply doing a favor and giving them to the Americans a period of time in advance will not cause unpredictable chain reactions. Of course, Jiang Qiang will strictly emphasize that exporting to the fascist countries of Germany, Italy and Japan is absolutely not allowed, and at the same time, I believe
The United States will never be so stupid as to shoot itself in the foot at this time.
After some discussions, the cooperation matters were happily finalized, and both parties were happy to get what they needed. In the next two days, Stilwell attended three symposiums at the Jinan Municipal Government Auditorium, mainly targeting military officials and government civil servants.
Several groups of people including citizen representatives and news media.
Except for the military special meeting, which was only videotaped and saved as internal learning materials, the other two symposiums were not only videotaped, but also widely publicized through movies!
On December 18, an American cruiser arrived in Qingdao from Shanghai. There is no feast that lasts forever. The time for Stilwell to return to China has finally arrived. Jiang Qiang did not miss his word and provided a complete set of information on the promised land radar station and bazooka anti-tank rocket launcher.
Packed with samples and sent them to Stilwell, and personally sent him to the warship.
Woo~woo~woo~, not long after, the warship gave out several long and melodious whistles, the straight and tall chimney began to emit billowing black smoke, and the huge steel body slowly moved. Looking at the steel monster going away, Tiger
Zi sighed with envy and hatred in his heart: "Chief Commander, when will we have a powerful fleet? Our ships are a complete comparison between adults and children!"
Although the Navy now has 6 submarines, 5 frigates, 5 corvettes, and many motor patrol boats, after a few months, Huzi is no longer satisfied with small things.
Seeing Hu Zi's dissatisfied look, Jiang Qiang smiled and scolded: "Why do you need to enhance other people's ambitions at the expense of your own prestige? The Japanese's powerful naval fleet is idle all day long, and they will never allow us to develop and expand the navy with great fanfare.
fleet.
Don't worry, you still need to further consolidate your foundation and train enough outstanding sailors. When the time comes, I will let you show off your talents!" "Hey, I know this of course! It's just that it looks too much.
I’m so greedy! And sitting in that one-third of an acre of land all day long makes me feel a little suffocated.”
Huzi was embarrassed and asked curiously: "Chief, is the United States really powerful? How do they compare with the Japanese?" Jiang Qiang said seriously: "The comprehensive national strength of the United States is better than that of Japan.
It is more than ten times stronger, and with its unique geographical advantages, it has been far away from the flames of war and made a lot of war fortune.
Even if they are now involved in a world war, their homeland will be difficult to be affected, and they can develop and expand their military power with peace of mind. Therefore, although the United States' military strength is not strong on the surface, both its army and navy are stronger than Japan's
There is a big difference. But once involved in a war, the American war machine can start at full speed without any distractions. They can build a navy that is far more powerful than Japan in a short period of time!
In the end, what counts in a war is war potential and comprehensive national strength. Didn’t the little devils have accumulated decades of experience to achieve the current climate?" Huzi asked somewhat unclearly: "Chief Commander, don't you always say ten
A year-old army and a century-old navy. If you want to build a powerful navy, it will take a hundred years of precipitation, otherwise it will be absolutely impossible?"
Jiang Qiang smiled and explained: "Everything must be analyzed in detail, and nothing can be generalized. What's more, 'ten years of army, hundred years of navy' is only a relative concept, not an absolute length of time! You don't have to think about that now.
Just keep going step by step, and as long as the time is right, everything will fall into place!"
The reason why Jiang Qiang patiently spoke so much is because he understands Hu Zi’s psychology very well: it is largely supported by faith and it is difficult to see the future of his navy from a normal perspective. “Thank you, sir, for clarifying my doubts.
After chatting with the manager for the first time, I felt that my whole body was full of strength!" Jiang Qiang lost no time in flattering him, but he felt much better in his heart.
Woo~woo~woo~, just at this moment, a passenger ship full of refugees sailed into the port. At first glance, even the deck was full of ragged refugees. It was already the depth of winter, and the weather was extremely cold. Those
The refugees all turned black and blue from the cold, hugging their bodies tightly with their hands and shivering in the cold wind. When the sea breeze blew, they could faintly smell the unpleasant sour smell.