Following Chiang Kai-shek's announcement that "the formation of the First Army has been completed" on August 29, Feng Yuxiang's Second Army, Yan Xishan's Third Army, and Li Zongren's Fourth Army immediately announced with high profile that they had begun to enter the deployment period.
On September 10, all three armies' disarmament plans were announced to the outside world.
However, in addition to retaining the main divisions with formal designations in accordance with the joint decision of the Central Committee on Dispatch, each department also retained all the disbanded armies in the name of temporary divisions. For example, the Feng Yuxiang Department of the Second Group Army was retained in the name of temporary divisions.
As many as ten divisions and nine mixed brigades were added, the total number of troops not only did not decrease, but increased by more than 30,000 on the original basis. Yan Xishan's Third Group Army followed suit and followed suit, as did Li Zongren's Fourth Group Army.
in this way.
Although Chiang Kai-shek and the members of the Central Military Commission knew this was the case, there was nothing they could do about it. After all, they were all equally powerful and no one could do anything about the other. If they were forced too much and attracted criticism from three parties, it would be bad. Fortunately, except for the troops under the official designation,
The central government is responsible for military pay
In addition, the rest of the ministries that are not officially designated are maintained by the warlords themselves without any additional spending. Therefore, as the commander-in-chief, Chiang Kai-shek turned a blind eye and began to secretly strengthen himself.
direct troops to cope with the rapidly expanding strength of each group army.
As a result, the massive disarmament and demobilization campaign launched by the Nanjing government not only failed to achieve the goal of reducing the army and developing the economy, but also intensified the exploitation and oppression of the people within their jurisdiction by warlords. The contradictions that had been temporarily hidden suddenly became increasingly acute.
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However, Jiangxi Provincial Chairman Zhu Peide and An Yi's troops benefited a lot from Chiang Kai-shek's "selflessness". The Zhejiang Army's temporary first division, which had firmly occupied Jingdezhen, was declassified and returned to Lin'an for reorganization. It was previously secretly transferred by an independent division.
The two regiments heading to Old Nanchang quickly drove into Jingdezhen, took over all management rights of Jingdezhen and the five surrounding counties, began to exercise local security maintenance rights, and assumed the responsibility for regional security.
Defense mission. Five thousand soldiers put on the uniforms of the black security forces and transformed into the fifth brigade of the Jiangxi Provincial Security Command. The brigade commander was transferred by Gu Changfeng's adjutant Wang Xulun, and the deputy brigade commander was recruited by Gu Changfeng.
Han Hao, the bandit leader in Northeastern Jiangxi, serves as the deputy battalion commander. However, at this moment, Han Hao's military rank, which was originally captain and deputy battalion commander, suddenly changed to lieutenant colonel and deputy brigade commander of the security forces. It can be said that he was promoted two levels in a row.
The day after Wang Xulun and Han Hao led their troops to Jingdezhen, all the local armed forces in the counties who were originally eager to fish in troubled waters were dumbfounded. After seeing the murderous and threatening announcement posted by the Fifth Brigade in various counties and towns, the five counties
The armed leaders of the eleven militia groups did not dare to slack off. They all gathered in Jingdezhen and began a campaign sponsored by the Fifth Brigade and organized by the Department of Agriculture of the Jiangxi Provincial Government.
, the Department of Construction and the Provincial Security Command jointly hosted a three-day special meeting on "Working Together to Develop People's Livelihoods". Among them, encouraging the mining, smelting and technological upgrading of copper mines has become an important content, and Jiangnan Group also timely sent
A great gift, a promise to mass-customize various packaging porcelain and a series of porcelain handicrafts for export in Jingdezhen for a long time to come.
At the same time, the three thousand officers and soldiers of the Zhang Hao Independent Regiment dispatched by Xia Jian's Central Jiangxi Security Command also officially stationed in Yingtan, and successfully conducted a defense handover with the Jinhanding Department of the original garrison. Major General Commander Xia Jian personally presided over the handover ceremony, and then also met with Jingdezhen
The same is true for regions, and notices stamped with the seal of the provincial government are posted in every county and town:
Yingtan and the five surrounding counties of Yujiang, Guixi, Wannian, and Yiyang are exempted from agricultural taxes and poll taxes for a period of three years. The establishment of industry and commerce is encouraged. At the same time, the industrial and commercial owners of rich peasants and landlords in counties and towns are sternly warned to strictly abide by this policy from Jiangxi
The provincial government's policy of benefiting farmers exempts tenant farmers from the burden of paying grain for taxes and labor for taxes according to exempted tax rates. Violators will be severely punished depending on the seriousness of the case, and their fields will be confiscated, their property confiscated, and they will be investigated for crimes.
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As soon as this order came out, people in more than ten counties in Jingdezhen and Yingtan were all excited and rushed to tell each other. The political reputation of Zhu Peide and the Jiangxi Provincial Government rose rapidly. Although the landlords and rich peasants had no actual gains, they had no losses.
On the contrary, it was learned from a meeting convened by the Provincial Department of Agriculture and the Department of Construction that in the future all grain, minerals, camellia oil, ramie, and mint
Agricultural products such as oil, wood, tobacco leaves, etc. are purchased by the Jiangnan Group and the Old Nanchang Chamber of Commerce all year round at market prices. The landlords and rich peasants were all pleasantly surprised and took action after hearing the news. This move greatly stimulated the economic development of more than ten counties in the two regions and reduced the burden on the government and the people.
The hostility and contradictions between the two have strengthened military-civilian relations and played a huge role in promoting Anyi's economic development goals.
This decision, which was unprecedented since the Republic of China, was strongly opposed by Zhu Peide at the beginning. However, after An Yi's patient persuasion, Zhu Peide was not only willing to accept it, but also quickly formed a decree and promulgated it in just three days.
The reasons given by An Yi are very sufficient: First, the twelve counties in these two areas are not originally under the rule of the government. For many years, they have only had nominal jurisdiction but have not received a penny of tax. All of them have been stationed in various places.
They are all greedy, so after taking over this time, they need to give two places
Only by providing tangible benefits to the common people in the twelve counties in the district can the people have a clear contrast and gain their sincere support; secondly, reducing the burden on farmers will certainly greatly stimulate agricultural and sideline production, thereby attracting landlords and rich peasants to more
come from the profitable industrial and commercial fields, and
The government must collect all industrial and commercial taxes, and within one year, the reduced agricultural tax and head tax will be compensated from the industrial and commercial taxes; thirdly, this policy of benefiting the people can not only quickly increase the reputation of leaders and the government, but also
It can also effectively resolve the grievances accumulated by the people over the years.
Hate, and vigorously advocate the good custom of "supporting the military and giving priority to their subordinates, supporting the government and loving the people" in the garrison in various places, and let the security forces continue to carry forward the spirit of the people's soldiers in the "model camp" and treat the people in the defense area as their own food, clothing and parents, who can shake the stable development
Basis of domination?
On September 5, Jiangxi Provincial Chairman Zhu Peide once again announced to the province: The Provincial Security Command will recruit 5,000 construction workers within half a month to work with the Engineering Corps under the Security Command to expand the roads from Nanchang to Shangrao and Nanchang to Ji'an.
Bridges, road signs and milestones are established, and county post offices are established.
The next day, Jiangnan Group Transportation Company made a high-profile announcement that starting from October 1, 1928, it would open additional highway passenger and freight transportation lines from Nanchang to Yingtan, Nanchang to Fuzhou, and Nanchang to Zhangshu.
On September 10, Jiangxi Industrial and Commercial Bank, a joint venture of 12 million yuan established by the Jiangxi Provincial Department of Finance, Jiangxi General Chamber of Commerce, and Jiangnan Group, received approval from the Central Ministry of Finance for listing. At the same time, it announced Nanjing Branch, Shanghai Branch, Hangzhou Branch, and Suzhou Branch
The announcement of the establishment of the branch promised that starting from October 10, branches in various counties in Nanchang will start savings and credit services.
This series of dazzling measures appeared one after another in just half a month, quickly triggering a huge response in Jiangxi Province and surrounding provinces, and was highly praised by "Oriental News" and "Oriental Outlook" magazines whose circulation has been steadily increasing across the country.
and major newspapers across the country
With the continuous reports, Nanchang has once again become the focus of national attention. Seeing business opportunities, major financial groups in Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai flocked to the city. Tens of thousands of unemployed people from all over the country came one after another, injecting huge investment into the economic development of central and northern Jiangxi.
funds and energy.
On September 21, after presiding over the Central Political Conference's financial and economic policy discussion, Chiang Kai-shek returned to his apartment in the military academy. Song Ziwen, Kong Xiangxi, Chen Guofu and others quickly followed him. Everyone had dinner together, and the topic unknowingly changed.
It’s about Jiangxi.
Song Ziwen gave the eldest sister Song Ailing and the third sister Song Meiling some red wine and returned to their seats. He handed the wine bottle to Kong Xiangxi opposite, and after sitting down he asked slightly teasingly:
"Brother-in-law, General Zhu Yizhi used unprecedented courage and resolute means to vigorously develop the economy of Jiangxi and formulated a series of economic policies that caused great controversy. With General Zhu Yizhi's usual style of conduct and economic level, he can do it this time
It is so determined but extremely clever, and it has attracted attention and heated discussion across the country. It is very puzzling...Did he get any inspiration from you? I don't believe that an old-school soldier with a conservative mindset can come up with such a thing.
What a novel idea.”
"Ziwen, why don't you allow others to make progress? If you look at the problem from an old perspective, you will suffer a big loss! In fact, I just provided him with some advice. He asked me to read "Jiangxi Province Political Economy"
The Three-Year Development Outline is very unique. Most of the economic policies in it are written by An Yi. This is what he told me frankly. After reading it, I was very inspired.
, I was also quite shocked, but after carefully recalling An Yi’s achievements in the industrial and commercial fields in recent years, as well as his accurate grasp of the market and forecast of prospects, I didn’t find it strange at all, so I helped him with policy.
Some parts that are inconsistent with the central government’s policies have been modified, but even if you want to change others, you don’t know how to change them, because many of these policies need time to be tested.”
After Kong Xiangxi answered calmly, he poured wine for his wife and asked in a low voice how her appetite was, which made Song Ailing smile brightly.
Hearing An Yi's name, Song Ziwen frowned, put down his knife and fork and wiped his mouth displeased: "I don't look down on people, let alone think that others won't make progress, but it's puzzling for a person to think so quickly.
, it turns out that there is someone behind the scenes.
This An Yi is very annoying. If you think about it carefully, this person is a typical example of profit-seeking. Taking advantage of the central government's inability to implement independent tariffs in time, he is importing manufacturing equipment, raw materials, diesel engines, cars and weapons from European and American countries.
Spare parts, not only ordered a number of river warships, but also privately signed a contract with Lulin Foreign Company for twenty Swedish-made 37 anti-aircraft guns and
A contract for 500,000 rounds of artillery shells. Although I don’t have a complete grasp of the total transaction amount, it is roughly estimated to be less than 10 million yuan. According to rumors, Lulin Foreign Company allowed him to defer payment for one year for 3.5 million yuan.
It can be seen that this guy has some negotiating skills, but he has evaded at least two million yuan in taxes on tariffs alone. This guy is really a pervasive profiteer!"
Kong Xiangxi saw that Chiang Kai-shek was engrossed in his meal without saying anything. He thought for a while and said earnestly: "Ziwen, what you said is too extreme. How can you accuse your brother-in-law's business partners like this? You are among those goods."
Will my sister and brother-in-law share a share? Besides, you can’t blame me for this at all.
An Yi, who made your financial policy imperfect? Hasn’t the Ministry of Finance signed a tax payment agreement with the Jiangxi Provincial Government? Since the central government allows Jiangxi Province to contract all taxes without violating
You can adjust tax rates and tax types on your own based on financial principles. What's the point of being anxious now?
Another one, due to the huge pressure from European and American countries, our independent tariff negotiations are difficult. Even if Anyi does not import but is imported by others, you will not be able to collect the tariff before the agreed period, so you should be more cautious.
Well, as long as Jiangxi develops and gets on the right track, are you still worried about not being able to collect its taxes?"
Kong Xiangxi's face was full of smiles, but his words were not polite at all.
When Song Ziwen saw that the topic was brought to his sister Song Ailing, and Kong Xiangxi's words were reasonable, he didn't know how to refute for a moment. He could only pick up the wine glass and drink in silence. Song Ailing and Song Meiling looked at each other and smiled, as if they were calm about such a discussion.
Very common.
Chiang Kai-shek had almost finished eating at this time. He looked up and saw that Song Ziwen couldn't think about it for a moment. He immediately put down his knife and ordered Chen Guofu who was watching with a smile after finishing the meal:
"Guofu, please tell me the report that Zu Yan (Chen Lifu) submitted when he came back from Nanchang."
"yes!"
Chen Guofu straightened his back and announced in a low voice: "Zu Yan just came back from Nanchang yesterday. On behalf of the principal, he went to visit An Yi and further questioned An Yi on the request for instruction report secretly submitted before promoting Jiangxi's economic policy reform, which confirmed that Jiangxi is now
The series of policies being implemented follow the instructions in An Yi's secret report
The greatest significance is that through the implementation of agricultural tax reductions and exemptions in Jingdezhen and Yingtan areas, the twelve counties that were originally under the jurisdiction of the provincial government in name but were actually chaotically separated for many years have been eliminated in one fell swoop.
Incorporated into the administrative management and military occupation of the provincial government.
According to the secret investigation of the Party Headquarters, after the promulgation of the policy, it won the support of the people. The social security cases and activities of red elements in the above two areas were greatly reduced, and people's livelihood was developed everywhere. The Provincial Defense Force, also known as the security force, completely controlled the twelve
County defense, and quickly disarmed or reorganized local bandits and militia, using the method of survival of the fittest, selectively retaining them, and sending military and political instructors to train them, and selected the most promising ones and sent them to Old Nanchang
Further studies at the non-commissioned officer training base.
The Jiangxi Provincial Government and the security forces have gradually gained a firm foothold through a multi-pronged approach from the economic, political, and military aspects, and have gradually brought this troublesome area under the control of the central and local governments, creating a small
It's no small miracle, and it is estimated that within three months, its positive effects will be fully demonstrated."
Chiang Kai-shek was very proud and looked at Song Ziwen who was deep in thought with a smile on his face: "You should understand now, right? An Yi is not as simple as you think, right? Whether it is military or economic, he can create a trend.
First, as for you saying he bought it privately
The purchase of Sanqi anti-aircraft guns and weapon spare parts was approved by me, and I will continue to meet his requirements. At the opening ceremony of Jiangxi Industrial and Commercial Bank on October 10, I announced the construction of the old Nanchang Military Airport and the establishment of a brigade.
Air force and training bases.
Last week, An Yi has quietly obtained from the German Lulin Company the new samples and drawings of the machine gun that were sent for inspection and improvement nine months ago. There are also five sets of standard testing molds for this new machine gun. Once the war requires it, they can
Mass production in various arsenals, you don’t know this, right? An Yi spent 300,000 yuan of his own money on this
Although he made money everywhere, he supported disaster areas, established welfare homes, free treatment, opened universities, etc. We did not give him a cent of this huge sum of money.
Even though he invested money, he still did it without hesitation. Isn’t it worthy of our praise to be so ambitious and energetic?”
Song Meiling also smiled and said: "Brother, I think you may have a misunderstanding about An Yi. In order to implement the new financial policy as soon as possible, you are somewhat biased against the practices of An Yi's Jiangnan Group, but you should also see their positive side.
Yes, especially An Yi, Zhou Chong'an, Zhang Xi and others' diligent pursuit of revitalizing national industry and their feelings for the country and nation are admirable.
The last time my sister went to visit An Yi, he was lying on the hospital bed unable to move and struggled to speak, but he still asked his sister to say hello to you on his behalf, praising your reform policies in the salt industry and cigarette reform, and also
Ingenious suggestion that you set up a tax police force
Wu, in order to prevent tax evasion and violent tax resistance, it can be seen that he supports your work. If you have the opportunity, my sister recommends that you have a long talk with him. An Yi is a talented and intelligent person, and some seemingly whimsical ideas can
Maybe it will be of great help to you."
Song Ziwen's eyes widened and he asked in great surprise: "Second sister, why didn't you tell me these things earlier?"
"You're too busy. I just mentioned An Yi last time when I came back for dinner, and you interrupted me unhappily. As a result, I didn't mention it again. I wanted to wait until you were in a better mood before talking about it. It's not too late to say it now.
." Song Meiling explained.
Song Ziwen nodded slightly: "Let's not talk about anything else, it is indeed a good idea to establish a tax police. I have already had this idea, but I just feel that the time is not yet mature. Now it seems that it should be put on the agenda... What's wrong with this guy An Yi?
To think of this, this guy has never received any higher education except Huangpu?"
"Isn't my Huangpu a high school?"
Chiang Kai-shek frowned and asked. Song Ziwen was stunned for a moment and buried his head in eating. The others wanted to laugh but were embarrassed, and the atmosphere immediately became awkward.