( .) Batavia.( .Piaotian Literature registered members recommend this workwo.)
The Dutch's eastern commercial colonial empire was based on the island of Java, with the city of Batavia as its center. At its peak, the Dutch East India Company's vast commercial and trade monopoly extended as far west as Persia, India and Ceylon, and to the east
To the Maluku Spice Islands and north to China and Japan.
The Chinese who immigrated to Batavia City were pioneers in urban construction, producers of sugar cultivation and production, suppliers of Chinese goods, operators of local rice and soju, and middlemen in retail commerce and coastal trade.
Made a significant contribution to the development of Bacheng.
In 1619, the ambitious Yan Pedelson Kun began to serve as the leader of the Dutch East India Company Chapter 345 Coral Stone, and recruited a large number of reliable and hard-working Chinese workers from China to build the prototype of the city of Ba on the ruins.
Most of Davia's major construction projects, such as the excavation of canals and drainage channels, the construction of houses and harbors, and the construction of city walls and protective fortresses, were contracted by the Chinese. Chinese workers were well versed in brickmaking and bricklaying techniques, and were highly praised by the Dutch.
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The establishment of Dutch-style buildings in Bach was completed when Antonin van Diemen was the governor. He was an expansionist colonizer of the Dutch Eastern Empire after Kun. During his tenure, Dutch-style canals, castles, city halls,
Christian churches, Latin schools and market areas emerged one after another.
In order to enrich the population, the Dutch East India Company began to recruit a large number of Chinese. In the eyes of Western colonists, the Chinese were known for their "diligence", "peace-loving" and "cowardly" nature. Therefore, the Dutch Governor used high wages to attract thousands of people.
Chinese people in Denmark. Moreover, they imposed light taxes on Chinese businessmen who immigrated to Batavia, and rewarded overseas Chinese to attract fellow townspeople to come to Batavia. Of course, they also adopted some disgraceful methods, such as kidnapping "immigrants" in coastal areas of China.
This policy was extremely successful. Large sailing ships from China brought a large number of Chinese immigrants. Once the Chinese obtained assets capable of supporting themselves, they settled in Bacheng and intermarried with Balinese women who were sent here to be slaves.
The overseas Chinese population continues to grow, and most of the overseas Chinese in Bacheng are engaged in commercial activities, ranging from mobile hawkers to fixed vendors, to retailers and wholesalers, forming a complete business network.
The Dutch initiated a practice of handing over all retail business, including coastal trade contracting rights, to the Chinese Kapitan, also known as the chief. The Dutch tried to adopt the policy of "ruling China with China" by appointing the Chinese Kapitan.
Bidan, controlled and indirectly ruled the overseas Chinese society.
In October 1619, Governor Cohen appointed his close friend Su Minggang as Kapitan. After that, Kapitan was elected and appointed by the overseas Chinese elders in a quite democratic way. Gradually, Kapitan became the leader of the Chinese property class in Batavia.
Characters held this position, and Kapitan was sometimes inherited by the family, and sometimes it could even be purchased with money.
Kapitan is considered to be the protector of the interests of overseas Chinese in the Dutch Government House and the intermediary for official affairs. Every overseas Chinese needs to go to Kapitan House on a monthly basis. Chapter 345, but at this time, another family appears.
Changed everything.
Batavia - Bu Zhongming!
Bu Zhongming was from Fujian, and the Bu family were also early immigrants to Batavia. Ever since the position of "Kapitan" was established, the Bu family's eyes have always been focused on this aspect.
However, they failed to do so. They were never able to defeat the Tan family. But with the unexpected death of Tan Guoliang, the opportunity came for them!
However, how can we successfully obtain the position of Kapitan in the gambling industry? It is only natural that a son inherits his father's business.
The attitude of the Dutch seems to be very ambiguous. They do not want to directly enter this competition...
Even though there is no Dutchman standing in the way, how can we successfully take back the Kapitan position from the Tan family? The Kapitan position is really too attractive.
Maintain public security and order within the jurisdiction, handle Chinese marriages, birth and death registration, religious and welfare affairs. Have judicial power, try Chinese lawsuits, and grant the power to collect taxes from Chinese within the jurisdiction...
Bu Zhongming is staring at this position, and his son Bu Shengcai is staring at it even more. If his father can successfully climb to this position, then sooner or later this position will be his.
"I have already been active among several elders and asked them to re-recommend Kapitan." Bu Zhongming frowned, as if he was worried: "But the Tan family is also active, and they have a good relationship with those elders.
Yes, I am very worried about whether the elders will agree to that..."
"Father." Bu Shengcai was very dissatisfied: "Isn't it just that we have more money?"
"Confused!" Bu Zhongming glared at his son: "In terms of financial resources, we can't compare with the Tan family. Think about it. The Tan family has controlled Batavia's gambling industry for so many years and has accumulated a lot of wealth...
..."
Bu Shengcai was greatly disappointed. He thought he had great hope in getting the Kapitan position this time, but who would have thought that it would all come to nothing...
When he was at his wits' end, the butler suddenly came in and said, "Sir, is there a guest outside who wants to see you?"
"Guest? Who?"
"I heard that he is from Fujian."
"Oh." When he heard that he was from Fujian, Bu Zhongming nodded: "Let him come in."
The guest was about thirty years old. As soon as he saw Bu Zhongming, he said respectfully: "Quanzhou Han Heyu has met Mr. Bu."
"Ah, it's Mr. Han, please sit down. Please sit down." Bu Zhongming said perfunctorily, and he was a little confused. No matter how hard he thought, he didn't recognize such a person named Han.
Han Heyu claimed that he came to Batavia from Quanzhou to do business. What he said was that he had admired the name of the Bu family for a long time, and that he came to Batavia specifically to visit him.
These were all polite words, and Bu Zhongming dealt with them casually without taking them seriously.
After chatting there for a while, Han Heyu suddenly said: "After I came here, I suddenly heard that Tan Guoliang, one of the Batavia Kapitans, passed away. It is really a pity..."
As soon as they heard the word "Kapitan", the father and son of the Tan family immediately opened their eyes wide, and Han Heyu said calmly: "I also heard that several families are staring at the location of Kapitan left by Tan Guoliang.
, among which Mr. Bu is destined to win. Did you know that this is the case?"
How could Bu Zhongming tell the truth: "Where did Mr. Han hear this? I have no interest in Kapitan at all. Furthermore, the position of Kapitan is passed down from father to son. Even if the title is the same, there is nothing I can do about it."
Involved."
Who would have thought that Han Heyu's expression would change slightly. Then he would sigh: "I originally came here to make plans for Mr. Bu, but who would have thought that Mr. Bu would not treat me sincerely? It's okay, just think that my visit this time was in vain and take my leave!"
After saying that, he stood up and left.
The Bu family father and son looked at each other. Bu Shengcai hurriedly said: "Sir, please stay."
He quickly invited Han Heyu back, and Han Heyu said calmly: "I have no other intention. I just want to ask Mr. Bu to tell the truth to me. Is this a problem?"
Bu Zhongming pondered there for a moment: "Sir, please tell me first, why are you doing this?"
Han Heyu smiled slightly: "Mr. Bu, Fujian people are the most united outside. We can always join forces for anything. This is true in Fujian, and even more so outside..."
He paused briefly there: "There is another meaning, and I don't want to hide it. I want to open a gambling house in Batavia, and I need to find someone who can take care of me. After much deliberation, the only one who is also from Fujian is
It’s up to you, Mr. Bu.”
As soon as these words came out, the Bu family and his son were immediately relieved.
The previous words about everyone being from Fujian are just polite, but the latter words are the real purpose of Han Heyu's coming here.
When Bu Zhongming heard what the other party said, he knew that he must have already had an idea: "Mr. Han, what I just said was very offending. Please don't take it to heart."
"In this case, can you and I be at peace with each other?" Han Heyu said with a faint smile.
"Okay, okay." Bu Zhongming nodded repeatedly: "I just want to tell you, sir, that the Tan family is very powerful in Batavia and has financial resources. Not only are they on good terms with Hongyi, but they are also related to those in the Presbyterian Church.
Fei Qian, if you want to find the position of this Kapitan, how easy is it?"
"Everything is possible." Han Heyu didn't seem to care: "Yes, the Tan family has been operating in Batavia for a long time, and its power is not something that ordinary people can shake. But if they have strong financial resources to compete with it as a guarantee, then they
It’s not invincible. Besides financial resources, Master Bu, is there anything else that cannot be ignored?”
"What?" Bu Zhongming asked hurriedly.
"Force!" Han Heyu said slowly: "Those people from the Presbyterian Church can be bought with money. I don't care about money. If you can't buy them, you can still use force. I have both of these things!"
Bu Zhongming suddenly stopped talking and remained silent for a long time: "Who are you?"
"I am Han Heyu, a businessman from Quanzhou, Fujian."
"No, you are not an ordinary businessman." Bu Zhongming shook his head and said, "I have never seen a businessman like you in the world. Since Mr. Cai just said that we should be honest with each other, why not speak out?"
Han Heyu smiled, and then said slowly: "In that case, I won't hide anything anymore. Does Mr. Bu know about Taiwan? Have you ever heard of Ding Yunyi in Taiwan?"
"Ding Yunyi?" Bu Zhongming frowned and suddenly shouted: "Ding Yunyi from Hu Ben Guards? Are you Ding Yunyi's person?"
"Yes, I was sent by my Lord Ding." Han Heyu no longer concealed anything: "But don't worry, I don't want your Bu family to deal with some Hongyi, let alone be an internal agent. I am here sincerely
I sincerely help you get the position of Kapitan, and I sincerely come to make this friend with you."
Bu Zhongming was a little flustered.
The reputations of Taiwan's Tiger Guards and Taiwan's Ding Yunyi are too loud. They defeated the combined fleets of the four countries and threatened Batavia. They want to help themselves. They are not as simple as Han Heyu said. They are just here to make friends.
With the help of Taiwan, it is no longer a fantasy to sit in the position of Kapitan. They have strong financial resources and military force. However, once they are involved, it will be very difficult to get rid of them in the future.
Already.
What if they want to deal with Hongyi in the future? Should they agree or not?
As if seeing Bu Zhongming's dilemma, Han Heyu said with a faint smile: "Mr. Bu, I have to say something unpleasant. We can choose to help you, or we can choose to help others, but you lack our help. Kapitan
It's just a sweet dream for you..."
Bu Zhongming nodded silently.
Han Heyu was confident and continued: "What will happen in the future? That is a matter of the future. Why bother yourself now? I advise Mr. Bu not to hesitate any longer and cut it off now. Otherwise, once the opportunity has passed, it will be too late to regret."
Bu Zhongming was still pondering, but Bu Shengcai was already anxious: "Father, Mr. Han also has good intentions. Besides, we are all my subjects of the Ming Dynasty. Are we afraid that Ding Yunyi will harm our father? Besides Ding Yunyi, Lord Ding, who can help us defeat Tan
Home?"
Bu Zhongming sighed deeply.
He raised his head and found Han Heyu looking at him with a smile.
"Can you really help me get to Kapitan's position?"
"able!"
"You won't let me be your spy?"
"At least not now."
"Okay!" Bu Zhongming finally made up his mind: "In that case, you are my friend!"
Han Heyu smiled happily: "Mr. Bu, you are a smart man. Don't worry, there will definitely be a response from the Presbyterian Church within three days. Master Bu, you have secured the seat of Kapitan." (Welcome)