Chapter 114: Firm Faith
"The Republic of China" is a novel topic, which began to be praised by the people everywhere for a while, and major newspapers also reported on the new atmosphere of the Republic of China every day with larger pages. Pen, fun, and www.biquge.info
Although there were still some die-hard elements throughout the country who continued to be loyal to the Qing Dynasty, and although the overseers of the southern provinces were still the actual emperors of the earth, and although many people were dissatisfied with this, the establishment of the Republic of China eventually spread throughout the country and appeared on the front pages of news around the world.
On this day when the people of the whole country were celebrating and the overseas Chinese were cheering, at this time, in the General Staff of the Southwestern Army, there was an unexpected discussion that gradually evolved into a debate, and what became an enlarged temporary meeting was being held afterwards.
From the evening to the early morning of the next day, the entire General Staff was brightly lit and full of busy figures of soldiers coming in and out.
Chengdu in early spring is still relatively cold, and the entire door and window are closed in the conference room, at this time the smoke is full of smoke and the smell of smoke. The smell of sweat is mixed together, but it looks like a bit of black miasma. At the conference table, all the high-ranking officers who were usually neat and well-dressed in military appearance ripped off the discipline button on their necklines, held burning cigarettes between their fingers, and pointed around the table.
"Let's talk about it, how should the army, navy, and air force be organized, and how many should they be? and some other issues that should be addressed. Baili, you are the chief of the General Staff, you say it first. Xiao Mu's white hair was messy, his beard was unkempt, his voice was a little hoarse, and his expression looked very haggard.
The ashtray on the table in front of Jiang Fangzhen was all full, and the table was also full of soot. Jiang Fangzhen, who hadn't slept all night, was untidy, his lips were cracked, and he had long lost his elegant demeanor in the past, but he still said excitedly: "With the existing equipment and personnel base of our army, it is best for the army to maintain twelve Class A infantry divisions, so that it is enough for use in the short term." It should be noted that our technical arms still need to be strengthened, and the next step should be to set up a separate artillery brigade or division-level formation, as well as cavalry units suitable for special areas. One of the ways to improve the tactical literacy of all units is to prepare for the training of reserve soldiers and further improve the system of our entire army. ”
"In my opinion, the artillery can first organize two artillery brigades mainly equipped with 105 and 150 caliber howitzers in case of current needs. And then on the shelf of three brigades, after all, we don't have many professional officers who know artillery at the moment. Cai Ye showed a relaxed smile at this time, but his eyes were bloodshot, obviously because he had stayed up all night.
After Cai Ye said this, Yang Zhenhong, who was sitting opposite him, couldn't help but nod his head, expressing his affirmation of Cai Yi's opinion. As the director of the General Political Department, it is a very laborious matter to inspect and appoint officers at all levels.
"I'm a layman in the navy, their opinions, let's listen to what Commander Weiqing has to say!" Jiang Fangzhen gestured towards Qu Tongfeng and said with a smile.
Qu Tongfeng threw a grateful look at Jiang Fangzhen and said loudly: "Based on the opinions of the General Staff, we believe that the navy should focus on the development of small-tonnage ships and underwater ships on the basis of the current situation in the short term. At present, the work should lay a good foundation, such as building a number of comprehensive naval academies, aiming to train more professional and technical officers and men, improve the quality and military quality of the entire navy officers and men, and prepare for future growth. ”
"I think the advice from the Navy side is very good and realistic. Equipment is available at any time, but talent is rare. It's better to let people wait for equipment than let equipment wait for people. Although it seems that our navy is still very weak, we must have an unyielding great naval ambition. I believe that one day, our navy will be galloping across the oceans. Xiao Mubai's expression was serious and his tone was resolute.
It was the first time for Huang Zhongying to attend a meeting of this level in the Southwest Army, and he was very excited to be able to participate in such a high-level decision-making meeting. He had just arrived in Chengdu and assumed the post of commander of the South China Sea Fleet of the Southwest Army. Hearing Xiao Mubai's brief words, Huang Zhongying's heart perked, look at this posture, but it is not a little stronger than the people who are full of guns in the Alliance! While muttering to himself in his heart, he was also full of expectations for the future of the navy.
"I think that the army and the air force should also build special technical arms schools to train and strengthen the quality of officers at all levels. Hearing Qu Tongfeng's words, Yang Zhenhong also moved his mind.
For this suggestion, Xiao Mubai agreed, and the participants had no opinions, nodding in agreement. Besides, if conditions permit, this is also for the long-term plan, which is beneficial and harmless.
"As for the air force, with the base of existing pilots and the output of aircraft factories, it is possible to form a division with three flying regiments, two of which are equipped with fighters and one with bombers. Of course, within a year we are confident that it will be organized into two divisions. The representative of the air force at the meeting was Shen Feiyang, an overseas Chinese young man who returned from the United States. Although the rank of colonel in this group of people is not so dazzling, the tone of his voice is so sonorous and powerful.
Everyone expressed their own opinions and expounded on the direction of development in their own army. Seeing that this meeting was about to come to an end, at this time, Xiao Mubai concluded: "Then it is decided that the General Political Department, the General Armament, and the General Logistics Department will be responsible for assisting the General Staff in reorganizing and expanding the entire army." Now it is the Republic of China, the north and the south are peaceful, both sides raise their glasses and celebrate, many people think that peace has come, the revolution has succeeded. We should put the swords and guns in the warehouse, and the horses in the South Mountain. But I believe that this is only superficial, that peace is only temporary, and that our revolution is far from succeeding. I'm not here to be alarmist and make a big statement. ”
Seeing everyone looking at him attentively, Xiao Mubai continued: "First of all, as far as the new government system is concerned, the Nanjing Alliance decided to have a presidential system, and now Beiyang Yuan Shikai is going to be the president, but it has been changed to a cabinet system. How can there be such a truth in the world? Do you think Yuan Shikai will be satisfied with such a result? The answer is definitely no. Yuan is such a good person, when his power and cabinet clash with each other, it is not difficult to see what choice he will make. But in this way, the alliance will inevitably cause trouble. At that time, the situation in the country will certainly be further turbulent. ”
Although the revolution overthrew the Manchu dynasty, ended thousands of years of feudal monarchy, and established the Republic of China. However, it did not carry the anti-imperialist and anti-feudal struggle to the end, and finally ended in a compromise with the old forces. Today, Beiyang, a feudal and autocratic warlord group, as a representative of the remnants of the feudal forces, is still in front of the stage, acting as an agent for the imperialist powers to oppress the Chinese people. The defeat of this revolution also proved that although an organization like the League, which only represented the interests of a small number of people, had a certain revolutionary character, in the final analysis, they were never able to lead the revolution to victory. ”
"Since the war of 1840, China has been ravaged by foreign powers, China has been shattered, lives have been devastated, and the Chinese nation has suffered great humiliation. How can a nation be independent? How can the people be liberated? How can a country be rich and strong? Just rely on Beiyang, the representative of the remnants of feudalism, and rely on this alliance full of empty words? No, you can't. In order to accomplish the overthrow of the oppression of the imperialist powers, to overthrow the reactionary rule of feudalism in China, and to accomplish the tasks of the revolution, we must have a new revolutionary leadership and new ideological guidance. There is no doubt that this great historical task will fall on the head of our Communist Party. Because our CPC represents the fundamental interests of the broadest masses of the Chinese people, the direction of progress of China's advanced culture, and the requirements for the development of China's advanced productive forces. The position of our Party will eventually be proved by the final victory of our revolution. Facts will prove that the Communist Party of China is the inevitable choice for China's historical development. ”
With Xiao Mubai's speech and sonorous gestures, thunderous applause suddenly rang out in the conference room. Obviously, Xiao Mubai's words are quite capable of fooling people. This is also the first time that Xiao Mubai has revealed the information that the Communist Party will rule the country in the future in front of the high-level. And this information undoubtedly pointed out the direction for everyone present.
It was a difficult and exciting night for everyone. The people who have strengthened their beliefs have an inexplicable look on their faces. Although he looked tired, he still walked out of the door of the conference room happily.