Chapter 89: A Million Army Encircles and Suppresses Western Sichuan
The war machine of the Western Sichuan Army has been activated with all its strength, and troops one after another began to leave the station and move towards the front. Especially the eastern battlefield, which will become the most important battlefield in the battle with the Qing army. Chief of Staff Xiong Wu went there in person
Chongqing is in charge of commanding the army in combat. The overall arrangement of rear logistics and other resources is temporarily in charge of Jiang Xingguo, president of the Army Academy and deputy director of the Attendance Office.
Western Sichuan has been waiting for this battle for too long. This is not only an opportunity for Western Sichuan, but also their own opportunity. Therefore, no one can allow failure.
At the same time, when Prince Gong Yixin's memorial was sent to Beijing, the Qing court also took quick action. After Empress Dowager Cixi learned that this battle was inevitable, she also made up her mind to fight with Western Sichuan. Cixi once
Nodding, the whole court was immediately filled with the voice of starting a war with Western Sichuan. Emperor Guangxu's will was implemented without any hindrance. This made Emperor Guangxu extremely happy, and immediately ordered the Ministry of War to take advantage of the opportunity to fight against Western Sichuan, and was determined to complete his victory in one battle.
, wipe out western Sichuan in one fell swoop.
Xu Gengshen, the Minister of War, immediately summoned the officials of the Ministry of War and the generals of the DPRK to discuss the specific plan for sending troops. In just two days, a complete battle plan appeared on the desk of Emperor Guangxu.
The Ministry of War recommended that the battlefield be divided into three areas. The main battlefield was Hubei, under the command of Zhang Zhidong, the governor of Huguang. The troops were mainly composed of 100,000 Hubei New Army, 100,000 Zhili New Army, and the Green Camp in Hubei, Hunan and eastern provinces, with a total strength of 400,000.
people.
In the north, Shaanxi attacked Sichuan and Gansu, which was occupied by the Western Sichuan Army. It was commanded by the veteran Zhu Hongzhang. The main forces included the Green Camp of Shaanxi and Shanxi, and the 50,000 Mongolian cavalry led by Prince Boyan Namohu of Horqin, with a total strength of 200,000.
In the southern provinces of Yunnan and Guizhou, Governor Wang Wenshao led the green battalions of Yunnan and Guizhou provinces plus the green battalions of Guangxi and Guangdong provinces to attack Sichuan from the south, with a total force of 200,000.
Beijing's new army of 100,000 Imperial Guards plus the old 100,000 Eight Banners soldiers served as a reserve force.
The entire battle plan will use millions of troops to attack western Sichuan from north to south and from three directions.
"Haha. Okay, this plan is very good. I have a million troops to encircle and suppress western Sichuan. Let's see how Wang Xiao resists!" Emperor Guangxu laughed and seemed to have seen the Qing army conquer Chengdu and kill Wang Xiao and Wang Yuze's father and son.
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"The bandits in western Sichuan are nothing to be afraid of. As long as I, the King of the Qing Dynasty, work together, they will be killed without leaving a trace behind!" Xu Gengshen, the Minister of War, said immediately.
"Very good, it would be better if you had such a mind earlier. When can we launch the attack on western Sichuan?" Emperor Guangxu asked.
"Your Majesty, an army of millions needs to be dispatched, and it will take at least two months!" Xu Gengshen replied.
"No, two months is too long. I only give you one month. After one month, we must launch an attack on western Sichuan!" Emperor Guangxu said stubbornly.
"Your Majesty, one month is too tight. I..." Xu Gengshen wanted to say something else, but was stopped by Emperor Guangxu.
"There is no extra time, only one month. If you can do it in one month, you will have a place among the military ministers. If you can't do it, just retire and return home!" Emperor Guangxu said coldly.
"Ah!" Xu Gengshen suddenly felt a chill all over his body. He did not expect that Emperor Guangxu would be so insistent, and would even threaten to dismiss him. However, he has no choice now. "Your Majesty, I will try my best to finish the work within a month.
Complete preparations!" Xu Gengshen had no choice but to agree.
"Very good, then I will wait for your good news, and kneel down!" Emperor Guangxu then showed a satisfied smile.
"Wei Chen, please retire!" Xu Geng knelt down and bowed to Emperor Guangxu before exiting the Yangxin Hall.
News that the imperial court was going to use troops against western Sichuan spread quickly. The war was coming, causing panic in the capital and other places. However, most people were optimistic about this. The imperial court had mobilized millions of troops this time.
No matter how you look at it, it cannot be compared with a small western Sichuan. Only some people with clear minds know that the Qing Dynasty seems to be strong, but in fact it is extremely weak. Although western Sichuan is small, it has strong troops and horses. The victory of this battle is
Most likely it will be from western Sichuan.
Dongjiaomin Lane starts from ** Square East Road in the west and ends at Chongwenmen Nei Street in the east, with a total length of nearly 3 kilometers. It is the longest alley in old Beijing. After China's defeat in the Second Opium War in 1860, according to the Qing government and the British and French
, the relevant provisions of the "Tianjin Treaty" signed by the United States and Russia stipulated that in March 1861, the British Minister officially moved into Prince Chun's Mansion in Mixiang, Dongjiang (then named Liang Gong's Mansion, which was the residence of Emperor Kangxi's seventh son, the iron-hatted Prince Chun Yunyou).
; The French minister officially moved into the Prince's Mansion of Anjun (then named Chun Gongfu, which was the residence of Prince Hachi's grandson Wang Yuele of Anjun); the American minister moved into the private residence of Dr. S. William, an American citizen, in Mixiang, Dongjiang; while the Russian minister moved into the Qing
The Russian Pavilion of the Orthodox Church was first built here. Subsequently, embassies from various countries chose the Dongjiaominxiang area as their location. It also became the control center for the interests of the great powers in China.
Tonight, British Minister Ogner held a grand banquet in the British Legation to entertain the embassy staff of various countries in Beijing. However, while many handsome men and beauties were enjoying the dance, the five countries of Britain, France, Russia, Germany and the United States
The minister of the country held secret talks in a hidden room in the legation.
"Gentlemen, a war sweeping across China is about to break out, and the interests of all countries in China will be seriously threatened. I think we should do something. For example, send a warning to the Qing government and Western Sichuan,
Any war that changes the status quo is a provocation to all our countries!" As the initiator of this secret meeting, Organa first expressed his intention.
"Your Excellency Ogna, I cannot agree with your views. After all, this is an internal matter of the Chinese people. If we intervene without authorization, I am afraid it will cause their dissatisfaction. If they want to fight, let them fight. In the end, it will be up to us.
Wouldn't it be great to come out and clean up the mess?" German Minister Marcos said immediately.
Organa didn't say much, but looked at the others. Everyone here knows the relationship between Germany and Western Sichuan. It's so good that it's almost as good as wearing a pair of trousers. In the rise of Western Sichuan, the Germans have made many mistakes.
Everyone knows who will benefit in the end if Western Sichuan defeats the Qing Dynasty. Therefore, they also need to avoid this situation.
"I agree with Mr. Organa that war should be avoided between Western Sichuan and the Manchu Qing Dynasty!" French Minister Lin Chun also said.
"Gentlemen, I think we should support the Manchus and support them in annihilating western Sichuan. A weak China is undoubtedly more beneficial to us!" Russian Minister Kuo Leiming suggested.
"No, no, no. Our country will not allow us to be involved in another war in the East!" French Minister Lin Chun said.
"Sir Tianbei, what do you mean?" Organa asked.
"As long as the interests of the United States of America are not infringed, I have no objections," U.S. Minister Tabei replied.
"Okay, gentlemen, let's first call the Qing government and Western Sichuan in the name of our five countries, calling on them to stop war actions. Of course, if they don't listen to the advice, then we will have no choice but to let it go. But, if they
If it harms the interests of all countries, then we have to unite and use force against them!" British Minister Organa said.
"Agree! But I think neither the child on the throne nor the old woman will listen to our advice!" German Minister Marcos laughed.
"Agree!" Several other ministers also expressed their agreement.
"Okay, gentlemen, the business is over, it's time for us to enjoy this charming evening!" British Minister Organa said with a smile.
The group of people moved to the embassy hall and started drinking and having fun.
The next day, British Minister Ogner expressed their opinions to the Qing government. As expected, Emperor Guangxu rejected their request, insisting that the war between the Qing Dynasty and Western Sichuan was an internal matter that should be resolved by the Qing Dynasty itself.
, others have no right to interfere.
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