After the founding of the empire, it vigorously carried out infrastructure construction, developed industry and commerce, and promoted economic growth. At the same time, reforms of the "Western Sichuan Model" were carried out across the country, and all the land was nationalized and distributed to farmers without land and with little land.
Guide landlords to invest in industry and commerce effectively solved the outstanding land annexation problems in China for thousands of years and improved the living standards of the people.
Since 1895, the imperial economy has grown at a rate of more than ten percent every year, and the country is thriving. China at the end of the 19th century was actually not poor, but its wealth was in the hands of a few big landlords and powerful people.
After the founding of the Empire, all the remaining old men and young men of the Qing Dynasty were cleaned up and a large amount of development funds were obtained, which led to the empire's economy rapidly prospering. Under such circumstances, the people were becoming more and more concerned about the new empire.
Identity. Especially in the foreign war of the empire, one victory after another greatly inspired the national pride of the people. So much so that in this war, although many citizens were worried, everyone
I still support the empire very much. Everyone knows that the good days now are all brought by the empire. If the empire is defeated, then all the good days will leave them again. Therefore, the people all hope that the empire can obtain it.
The victory of this war is just that the enemy is too strong, and at the beginning, the citizens were just a little worried.
Now, the Empire has completely gained the initiative in the war, and victory seems to be not far away. This made the people happy and no longer have to worry. At this time, the Imperial Finance Ministry and the Imperial Bank sold a sum to the country.
The government bonds with a total price of 500 million Chinese yuan were three years and the interest was 5%. The royal family first subscribed 100 million yuan to express the royal family's support for the war.
When the national debts started to be sold, the people were all excited. In their opinion, the state sells national debts, which means that the emperor borrows money from the people! In this era, in everyone's concept, is the king's land under the world?
Could it be the king's minister? The entire country belongs to the emperor. If the emperor wants money, he only needs to issue an imperial edict, and the people must obediently serve him! Everyone knows that war must be very expensive, but the emperor
Instead of forcing the people's property, they used lending and interest. This shocked the people and paid for the government bonds. They also bought government bonds when they had no way to serve the country.
It was used as a support for the empire. Especially those who made money in industry and commerce, they all donated generously. Most of the people in the empire have a very difficult life. Although their lives are getting better and better,
There is no spare money. These big business bosses are different. They all have huge funds. In this case, the 400 million treasury bonds will be sold out in less than two days.
And there are many people who have not bought it. Especially those ordinary people, they strongly demand that the empire sell more national debts, and they also want to express their support for the empire.
Finally, after asking Wang Yuze for instructions, the Ministry of Finance issued another treasury bond of 500 million Chinese yuan, which met the market's requirements. With the treasury bond of 1 billion Chinese yuan, it was enough to ensure that the Emperor* team would do this game.
The war has continued. Moreover, if the war ended early, there would be a lot of surplus. At that time, it could be used to invest in infrastructure construction to make up for the impact caused by the war.
Almost all the powers of the empire are united, and all the citizens do their part to ensure that the empire can win in war. In this situation of unity, no difficulties can be stopped
Chinese nation!
"Your Majesty, this is the latest information obtained by the Admiralty Department, and the Americans are beginning to make some changes. The officers and soldiers of the U.S. Navy have all cancelled their leave, and the San Diego Naval Base has also been martial law. Our people have also discovered that a large number of transport weapons have been transported.
The ammunition vehicle entered the San Diego Naval Base. It was obvious that the US Navy was preparing for the war!" On the evening of May 1, Navy Secretary Zhang Cheng met with Wang Yuze.
"Americans? They finally can't hold back!" Wang Yuze frowned. After the war began, Wang Yuze was very satisfied with the US government's attitude of not fighting. The Chinese Navy's Pacific Fleet has become the Chinese Navy.
A shortcoming of strength. After the US Navy recovered its strength, the Chinese Navy's Pacific Fleet did not defeat the US Navy's strength.
"Your Majesty, the Americans have been warned by the British. If they adopt a proclamation and no war, the United Kingdom will cut off all technical assistance from the United States and recall all experts. The Americans must be forced to do nothing.
.In addition, the empire continued to transport troops to Hawaii, which must have stimulated the Americans. After the Americans guessed the empire's intentions, they obviously planned to take action first!" Navy Secretary Zhang Cheng explained. For the United States,
When the British, French and Russian joint fleets were expeditioning to China, they were the best opportunity to avenge their previous shame.
"Is the Pacific Fleet confident of defending the Hawaiian Islands?" Wang Yuze asked. He knew that the strength of the Pacific Fleet is not an opponent of the US Navy, and it is very difficult to win. However, there is no need to mention the importance of the Hawaiian Islands.
It is necessary to control it in China. Otherwise, China's Pacific strategy will be greatly affected.
"Your Majesty, the Pacific Fleet is weak, and the number of warships is less than half of the US Navy's West Coast Fleet. The performance of warships does not have much advantage. Therefore, if a war breaks out, the Pacific Fleet will probably be difficult to win!"
Zhang Cheng said.
"So, does the Admiralty have any plans to save the situation?" Wang Yuze asked. The Hawaiian Islands cannot be missed!
"Your Majesty, after consideration, the Admiralty intends to incorporate the squadron of the local fleet into the Pacific Fleet! The local fleet only retains new types of battleships and cruisers!" said Navy Secretary Zhang Cheng.
"Incorporate the local fleet into the Pacific Fleet? So, after the strength of the local fleet is weakened, are you still sure to defeat the combined fleet of Britain, France and Russia?" Wang Yuze frowned. Although Hawaii is very important. However, the most important thing is now
, it is undoubtedly to defeat the combined fleet of Britain, France and Russia, and this is the top priority!
"Your Majesty, the two 'Sichuan-class' battleships in the squadron have much behind the performance of 'Chinese-class' battleships. Although they are no less than the British active naval battleships, they will not have the strength of their local fleets.
Too big impact. On the contrary, after removing the "Sichuan-class" battleship, the local fleet's combat will be more flexible. At the same time, the performance of the "Sichuan-class battleship is stronger than the current battleships of the US Navy. After joining the Pacific Fleet
, can effectively improve the strength of the Pacific Fleet. In this way, the security of Hawaii can be guaranteed!" said Navy Secretary Zhang Cheng. Six battleships on the west coast of the US Navy, 8 armored cruisers, 22 cruisers and 30 destroyers,
It puts great pressure on the Pacific Fleet.
"Okay, let's incorporate the local fleet into the Pacific Fleet. Instruct General Li Dingxin that Hawaii cannot be lost! The Pacific Fleet, even if it cannot defeat the US Navy's West Coast Fleet, must ensure the safety of Hawaii!" Wang Yuze said.
Only by defending Hawaii can we threaten the United States and weaken the United States, China's biggest enemy in the future, as much as possible.
"Yes, Your Majesty!" Zhang Cheng replied.
Soon, the Navy made adjustments. The "Sichuan-class" battleships of the local fleet squadron, the "Sichuan" and the "Xikang" had already been combined with the "Chengdu-class" heavy cruisers, the "Xining"
Lanzhou and Wuhan were all included in the Pacific Fleet. In addition, Navy Secretary Zhang Cheng further strengthened the strength of the Pacific Fleet and used the remaining few of the "Leshan-class" light cruisers equipped by the Chinese Navy.
All ships were also included in the Pacific Fleet. At the same time, ten new destroyers were also drawn to the Pacific Fleet. In this way, the local fleet's warships were all composed of the latest battleships, heavy cruisers, light cruisers and destroyers, and
The Pacific Fleet is composed of old-fashioned battleships, heavy cruisers and light cruisers. However, even though the Pacific Fleet’s battleships are old-fashioned battleships, their performance is not bad compared to the US Navy. The 'Sichuan-class' battleships have been put into service.
It has been several years, but its performance is still stronger than the strongest "Illinois-class" battleships in service in the US Navy. The Chengdu-class heavy cruiser is also far stronger than the "New York-class armored cruiser of the US Navy. The Pacific Fleet has been strengthened.
The strength is no less than the US Navy's West Coast Fleet.
In May 1899, it was relatively calm. On the northern battlefield, the war in Irkutsk did not begin, and it was just a small fight. The war in the Nanyang area is still going on, but it does not affect it.
It's just the overall situation. For China and its enemies, the most important battles now are the battle of Irkutsk on the land battlefield, as well as the decisive battle at sea between the Chinese local fleet of the Navy and the combined fleet of Britain, France and Russia.
The two major wars will directly affect the direction of this war. If China can win these two wars, then China's rise will no longer be stopped! China will become the world's emerging top power. The whole world
His eyes also focused on these two decisive battles! (To be continued. Please search for Astronomy, novels are better, updated and faster!)