All the civil and military officials under Qiao Yu gathered together to discuss how to deal with the large-scale flight of chieftains. The meeting was attended by high-level officials from Southwest China. Everyone had expected this situation, but they did not expect that the number would be so large.
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"Jun Zuo, I suggest that we immediately control the border line and block all these people back. Allowing the population to drain will easily lead to the emptiness of the Yunnan border. It will also provide Britain and France with an excuse to interfere with us. The gain outweighs the loss!" Yang Shu!
Kan expressed his opinion.
"Everyone, I don't agree with Minister Yang's point of view. These chieftains have no loyalty to us in the first place, so running away is a good thing for us. Without these eyesores, we can control Yunnan better.
China is a big country and lacks everything except the population. Aren't we going to immigrate to the border area now? Now is the opportunity. The British are not good people either. I think sooner or later those toasts will regret it!" Han Yong is still like
As before, he directly opposed Yang Shukan's suggestion. What he said made sense. Rather than keeping these hidden dangers in the country, it would be better to let them escape!
At this time, Zhu Qinglan also spoke: "Junzuo, it would be good to kick these people out, but our current border has not been established at all. The defection of these chieftains will definitely give the British an excuse. They will definitely take the opportunity to advance north. In addition,
I am worried that after these people defect to Myanmar and other places, they will become tools in the hands of the United Kingdom, and then use this to interfere in our border security!"
Zhu Qinglan was very familiar with border affairs, and his opinions were very reasonable, especially since these people might become British mercenaries and turn against China. Everyone present bowed their heads in thought, obviously they also had this worry.
"Jun Zuo, I think the bigger problem is not in Yunnan, but in Xi Zang. We abolished slavery in Yunnan. After all, the chieftains here have been returning to their native land since the Ming and Qing Dynasties, so they are not considered stubborn. It is even worse.
Yes, the monks and nobles have completely controlled the entire society. The abolition of slavery and land reform we are now launching will definitely seriously shake their authority. If the British are fanning the flames and there is a large-scale defection, things will be terrible.
It’s hard to handle!” Li Genyuan also expressed his opinion.
Qiao Yu carefully considered everyone's speeches. Their concerns were very reasonable, but now that Southwest has enough capital and the best opportunities, there is no need to worry too much. Qiao Yu cleared his throat and said: "
Everyone, it is true that after the implementation of the reform, many problems have been exposed. It is conceivable that such problems will only become more and more serious, but this is also the reason why we must face the difficulties. If the delay continues, we will not be able to deal with the border issue.
I became really passive. Although there was a large-scale defection of chieftains, I don’t think this is terrible. The reason is simply that Britain is no longer a terrible country!”
Whether it is Yunnan or Xinzang, they can only escape to the British colonies, and Britain is now an old empire that is in decline. Qiao Yu is not very worried about this kind of country that is on the decline. This is different from the situation in later generations.
It's completely different. Although Britain was still one of the three giants after the Paris Peace Conference, it was only limited to one-third of an acre in Europe. On the ground in the Far East, although Britain still has huge influence, it has seriously shrunk.
Already.
Moreover, the disregard for China's interests at the Paris Peace Conference gave Qiao Yu a moral advantage. It was you, the British, who were the first to abandon China as an ally, so there is no reason for China to recognize your treaties.
Qiao Yu can let go of territorial disputes without restrictions.
"Minister Zhu, I will now appoint you as the commander-in-chief of the border defense pole to build a strong border defense line on the Yunnan border. All the territories of the chieftains who originally sat on the wall have been transferred to our side, especially Jiangxinpo and Nankan area, which are strategically located
They are all important and must be in hand. The British cannot be given any chance. Of course, don't act too hastily. You can make progress slowly. If the British dare to play tricks, they will be beaten back hard! "
Qiao Yu gave Zhu Qingrun such a murderous order. Everyone immediately understood what Qiao Yu meant. Those chieftains didn't even notice. Since they fled to Myanmar, they must be preparing to use the power of the British to maintain their power.
, then Qiao Yuxing simply pointed the bayonet directly at the British. As long as the British could bow their heads, there would be no need to worry about the problem of these toasts. This is the secret of stopping the boiling water instead of taking the salary.
Qiao Yu was quite confident when he said this privately. Jiang Baili and others had already led the Chinese war troops back from Europe and were about to arrive in Guangzhou. These were 120,000 soldiers who had experienced the test of the First World War.
Veteran veterans, with these added forces, the total force in Qiao Yu's hands has exceeded 500,000. Southwest has now solved almost all weapons production problems. Sichuan's numerous military factories can maintain the equipment needs of a million-strong army.
With this power, Qiao Yu is confident that he will sweep across the Indochina Peninsula and even reach India.
Of course, the navy is still the weak link of the "system," but who calls the British colonies bordering the southwest? Qiao Yu said to Chief of Staff Wu Tong: "Chief of Staff, the issue of Yunnan is left to Minister Zhu." There are also xi in the border zone
You have to shoulder the zang's mission. I will give you three elite mountain division troops to enter the xi zang to assist Yu Peilun in carrying out the abolition of slavery in Tibetan areas and escort him!"
"Don't worry, Junzuo, I promise to complete the mission!"
Qiao Yu then said to the Minister of Finance Jiang Yonggui and the Minister of Trade Qian Moyin: "You two, abolition of slavery and land reform are just means. In the final analysis, they are to make the people rich. I believe that no matter who they are, they long for a better life."
Things are getting better and better, so solving the poverty problem is the key. You must formulate assistance measures. After the abolition of slavery, let those slaves see a rapid improvement in their living standards. Only in this way can we win the hearts and minds of the people!
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After the general direction is determined, all that is left is to formulate more detailed action plans. These people are not weak in ability. Once they have the direction, everything will be easy to handle, and various measures will be implemented immediately.
On July 5, 1919, Jiang Baili and others crossed the ocean and returned to China. A large number of workers also returned to the country. Their safe return made Qiao Yu completely let go. The key to national competition lies in people.
Competition, these laborers and soldiers experienced the test of World War I, and their knowledge and abilities were greatly improved. They happened to be the main force of China's construction. It can be said that China's biggest gain from World War I was these talents. With them
, coupled with the accumulated industrial foundation in the southwest, a preliminary and complete industrial system will soon be presented.
The most precious thing in the industrial age is the industrial system. Only with the industrial system can du li be qualified to be independent and have the capital to impact the world's first-tier powers. Qiao Yu personally welcomed these Chinese people who returned with honours, Jiang Baili, at the dock.
, Zhang Xiaohuai, Shi Yilongyun and others all got off the ship one after another, and they seemed very excited to be back in China again.
"Jin Zuo, we are back!"
"Brother Baili, I have long heard that you have shown great power in Europe, showing the blood and dignity of the Chinese people!"
"Jun Zuo, we really don't dare to take it. Along the way, I have been reflecting on what China has gained by participating in Europe so hard this time. We are eager to get back what belongs to us at the Paris Peace Conference, but we only got back five thousand
A piece of cultural relic and a blank piece of paper really disappoints the hope of the people!"
After Jiang Baili said this, Shi Yi and others were also extremely angry, "Jun Zuo, we wanted to fight Britain and France at that time. What nonsense are the three giants? At the worst, we will all die together, and we have to kill them even if we die!"
"The debts owed must be repaid, and Britain and France will definitely pay the price. However, our gains cannot be measured by the Paris Peace Conference. Nothing is valuable to anyone. These hundreds of thousands of troops are precious peace and the foundation of China's rise."
, let the brothers go and have a rest as soon as possible. The wine and food are ready, and there are many famous Kun Opera actors, so everyone can relax!"
The welcome ceremony did not last long. The soldiers were all brought to the military camp. In order to serve the soldiers, thousands of famous chefs were hired. All the wine and meat were provided. The soldiers drank freely. Jiang Baili and others introduced them in detail.
Qiao Yu reported on the course of the European war.
Speaking of the end, Jiang Baili was also a little depressed, "Jun, Lu Jianzhang was infected with Spanish infection when he was in Europe. He was a little old. In the end, he was not rescued and died in Europe. Besides him, there were more than 30,000 people."
A soldier left his life on the European battlefield. We fought so hard but did not get the recognition of the great powers and did not get our power back. In fact, everyone is holding back their anger!"
Mentioning the huge casualties, everyone felt a burst of disappointment. The war was so cruel. What made the soldiers even more depressed was that they paid a huge price but were not recognized. China was still excluded from the power level of the Paris Peace Conference.
In addition, their fate has to be controlled by others, and everyone is very unhappy.
"You don't have to be disappointed. U.S. President Wilson has sent me a secret message. He hopes to convene another international conference to correct some of the mistakes in the Versailles Conference. This is an opportunity for China, but after all, it is given by the great powers.
We are not surprised either, I am going to start recovering the concessions in the three southwestern provinces, the two lakes, Guangdong and other places, and drive out all the foreign forces!"
Qiao Yu mentioned attacking the concession, and obviously these resentful officers were particularly supportive. Both Long Yun and Shi Yi looked very excited, "Jin Zuo, you give the order, we will lead the army to disarm those foreigners now."
Let’s see if they can block our cannons and bayonets!”
"Yes, there is nothing special about Westerners. Even though they are tall and powerful, they are not very good at fighting. Solving a few concessions is just a matter of one step!" Long Yun also tried his best to take charge of the battle.
Jiang Baili glared at the two militants, "The problem of the concession is very complicated, and it cannot be solved by force!"
Shi Yi and Long Yun stopped talking. After seeing this scene, Qiao Yu also knew that Jiang Baili's prestige among the generals participating in the war had been established, and some movements were necessary to balance it.
"Brother Baili, I think they are right. If we look at the concession issue, it will be complicated if we look at it complexly, and it will be simple if we look at it simply. In the final analysis, it is still a matter of strength. I am prepared to conduct strict inspections on all concessions.
Economic control, water, electricity, communications, and food and vegetables are all cut off. I wonder how long they can last!" dd
