Chapter 262: The War Expands

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"The army fought well in the first stage, I wonder what happened to the following arrangement?" President Song Jiaoren said with a smile. Pen × fun × Pavilion www. biquge。 info

Army Chief Wu Luzhen opened the document and reported: "Based on the telephone call, based on the preliminary experience of several front-line generals, the War Department and the General Staff Headquarters have made an analysis and judgment, and believe that unless there is an effective artillery unit, it will not be able to kill the enemy. In order to curb the surprise attack of the rebel cavalry, on the one hand, it is necessary to strengthen the building of cavalry, recruit and reorganize troops on the spot, organize cavalry battalions and regiments, and increase the number of cavalry units from the rear, thus greatly improving the mobility of the troops. ”

After a pause, he continued: "On the other hand, it is necessary to form mixed brigades and regiments composed of infantry, cavalry, artillery, engineer, and baggage, and to increase artillery and machine guns to further strengthen the firepower of the infantry. In terms of tactics, we should draw lessons from the experience of a lone army in history, and our army plans to adopt such tactics as multi-way coordination and roundabout outflanking, which not only avoids the attack of the enemy's cavalry, but also increases the chance of annihilating the enemy. Of course, after several front-line generals arrived in Beijing, we could get more useful advice. Second Chief Duan, can you introduce the situation again. ”

"The order for the initial arrangement has been conveyed, the participating units are making preparations, and the artillery, machine guns, and some artillery and engineer units temporarily transferred from various places are also rushing to the front line." Duan Qirui added: "In addition, according to the summary of the first phase of the battle, the box gun is very popular with the cavalry, it has strong continuous firepower, a long barrel, and a long effective range. Except for the muzzle jump, everything else is more suitable. ”

Song Jiaoren set his eyes on Chen Wenqiang, Chen Wenqiang smiled bitterly, and said: "There is no way now, the inventory of Lihe Foreign Bank and Dechang Foreign Bank has been bought, but there are only a thousand." I had to wait for the goods to come from Germany. Although the imitation test of the arsenal was successful, it is estimated that it will take more than a month to mass production. ”

Before the invention of the submachine gun, the shell gun could indeed be used as an effective supplement to strengthen melee firepower, but Chen Wenqiang was not a god, and he never expected Russia to be so breathless.

"Old Yuan, do you have anything to add?" Song Jiaoren turned to Yuan Shikai and asked.

"Deputy Chief Duan has introduced it in detail, and I will only talk about the deduction of the General Staff." Yuan Shikai said: "In view of the fact that our army needs to be strengthened in some aspects, the establishment needs to be changed. Therefore, the General Staff believes that it is more realistic to hold the key pass now and curb the rebels from penetrating deep into Inner Mongolia. Cavalry can be used intensively, choosing the enemy's entrenched place to attack and harass, so that the enemy does not dare to act excessively. Wait until the grain stations are completed, the weapons and equipment are in place, and the new cavalry is completed, and then make a big offensive attempt. ”

"The army side has a military plan for this. What do you think? Song Jiaoren turned to Wu Luzhen again.

"We have communicated and negotiated, and the War Department agrees with the plan set by the General Staff." Wu Luzhen nodded and replied.

President Song Jiaoren pondered for a moment. He concluded: "The first military operation after the establishment of the republic must be made in an appearance. Safeguarding national unity and territorial integrity is not only an internal affair, but also a just action, which has won the support of the Chinese people. Tsarist Russia, on the other hand, had ulterior motives. Overt and covert help has made our army a lot more difficult. However, for soldiers, don't think too much and concentrate on fighting the battle well. Don't be afraid. When they saw the Russian soldiers, they were scared and worried about the expansion of the situation. As long as you are reasonable, well-founded, and responsible, the government is responsible for foreign affairs. Wen Qiang, what do you think? ”

"That's how it should be." Chen Wenqiang expressed absolute support and said firmly: "I would rather be beaten to death than scared to death." Now that we have decided to resolve the issue by force, we should not hesitate to look ahead and hesitate. Russia's main focus is in Europe, and the current assertiveness is only an attitude towards the Manchus, believing that we are just as weak and deceitful. Besides, the Russians' combat effectiveness is not strong, and their weapons and equipment are very backward, only from the analysis of the number of artillery and machine guns, after more than half a year of manufacturing and purchasing, our army should not be weaker than the Russian army-"

Wu Luzhen saw Chen Wenqiang turn his gaze, and nodded hurriedly in affirmation: "The situation is like this, the performance of our army's rifles is not bad, of course, if the weapons purchased on credit come, our army will definitely be stronger than the Russian army in heavy weapons." ”

"Look, the weapons and equipment are not bad, now it depends on the morale and will of the army." Chen Wenqiang said with a smile: "If the armies raised by the Manchu Qing Dynasty in the afternoon of the elephant armor, no matter how good the weapons are, they will be wasted. Of course, I don't think the current government forces will be able to do this, right? ”

"I am willing to go to Baotou in person to sit in the town, and ask the chief of staff to also send a staff group to the front line to supervise and guide the war. In addition, please send airship troops to assist in the operation. Duan Qirui got up and said angrily.

"The airship is being renovated in the Yumen oil and gas well, and it can rush to the front line to help in half a month." Chen Wenqiang said: "As for the staff group that goes to the front line, you can discuss it with yourself. ”

The so-called airship modification is to change hydrogen into helium, although theoretically, helium can be separated and extracted from the air, but because its content is too thin, so it is industrially separated and refined from natural gas with a helium content of about 0.5% to obtain helium. After replacing the helium, the safety of the airship will be greatly improved, and it can even carry a machine gun to strafe the ground, which is greatly more powerful.

In the Revolutionary War, the power of the airship was well known to Duan Qirui. In the vast and sparsely populated grassland, the airship will be of great help to the army in dealing with the rebels coming and going, whether it is carrying a radio station for reconnaissance, or loading bombs for bombing, or full of supplies for distant supplies.

"Very well, we will not give up hope for a peaceful settlement, but we must make the necessary war moves and show confidence and determination to fight at any cost." President Song Jiaoren looked at everyone with satisfaction and nodded appreciatively, "Now that the guidelines and strategies have been set, you should step up their implementation, let us unite sincerely and unite as one to solve the first major matter of the Republic to the outside world." ”

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Feng Delin, Wu Junsheng and others were dressed in brand-new military uniforms, with the shining gold stars of the major general on their shoulders and the brilliant medals on their chests, which was very beautiful.

However, when the government first promoted them to brigade commanders, it had already planned carefully. When they surrendered, each patrol battalion was no more than 3,000 people, but the size of a brigade. Later, it was abolished. Less than two thousand remained.

Now, they all have 5 or 6,000 men, and these expanded men and horses are all recruited by the Northeast Military Region and supplemented after training. In other words, the old base in their troops has been diluted, plus the new faction of middle and low-ranking officers. By the time the staff was full, the government had tightened its grip on them in disguise. It's okay to obey the government, but if they dare to do anything else, they have to be careful.

Naturally, the government will tighten the right to recruit soldiers, and each of them knows it, but this is also a matter of course. No dynasty allowed the generals to expand without authorization and expand their strength. But the government also gave them the opportunity to be promoted for meritorious service, and they could all be called generals in the future.

As a sign of care. President Soong specially sat at a table with several generals and Army Chief Wu Luzhen and had a cordial conversation. Others just paid it back, Wu Junsheng stuttered and had a big tongue, and he didn't dare to speak out for fear of showing his ugliness.

Just when Song Jiaoren asked about the situation of the people in the chaotic area, Wu Da tongue pretended to be sad and couldn't cry in order to show his love for the people and cover up his tongue problem: "Woo, the disaster of the people in the chaotic area is really heavy. When a subordinate thinks about it, he doesn't feel sad from his heart. ”

Feng Delin and the others wanted to pout. Rolling his eyes, but at this time he had to echo: "Yes, the rebellion is together, the people in the chaotic area are separated from their wives, their families are ruined, and the people are not happy!" ”

Song Jiaoren nodded and sighed. He exclaimed: "The generals are not only far-sighted and brave in battle, but also love the people, which is really gratifying." ”

Wu Junsheng hurriedly said humbly: "The teachings of President Junda, woo." General Wu has a good command of the army. ”

"Hehe, it doesn't seem to have any credit to me!" Chen Wenqiang held the wine glass, walked over and said with a smile.

"Look, Steward Chen has picked it out." Song Jiaoren said with a smile.

Wu Junsheng and the others hurriedly stood up, and Chen Wenqiang hurriedly motioned for them to sit down, and said with a smile: "The country's external crisis is everywhere, and it is the time for soldiers to make meritorious contributions. I really envy you, look, this military uniform, plus medals and swords, how spirited. ”

"Lord Chen has raised funds, and the soldiers can win many battles, which is really hard work." Feng Delin complimented.

"It's not like you, you eat and sleep in the open, and you fight bloody battles to protect the country." Chen Wenqiang raised his glass with a smile and said, "Nothing else, I salute all the generals, and I hope you will continue to work hard and have a great future." Here, a toast. ”

"Cheers, Cheers." After a clashing of wine glasses, everyone drank it all in one gulp.

After Chen Wenqiang finished drinking, he said with a smile: "In the end, it is a soldier, refreshing, but there are indispensable people who toast, you have to be careful." ”

Indeed, as Chen Wenqiang said, the more you drink this wine, the more enthusiastic it becomes, and there is an endless stream of people who come to toast, Rao is Feng Delin, Wu Junsheng and others all drink a lot of wine, and they are all drunk. This is not just a banquet, but it means that he has been valued by the president and the government, and his future is bright!

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The celebration banquet, the promotion of official ranks, and the awarding of medals were all carried out in a high-profile manner under the deliberate arrangement of the government. This gave great encouragement to the soldiers participating in the battle, and great touching to the officers participating in the battle.

In other words, the government took the opportunity to show its attitude that no matter what your background or history was, as long as you keep your duty and sincerely serve the country, the country will not be disadvantaged.

At the same time, there was another wave of joining the army in China, and the expansion plan of 20 divisions was officially implemented with the support of loans provided by the United States and Germany.

In this era, there is absolutely no shortage of enthusiastic young people, and there is no shortage of honest peasant children who can endure hardships. At this time, the majestic and well-disciplined image that the revolutionary army has always won and the government's policy of attaching importance to military personnel played a very big role.

Raising soldiers is an expensive job, but the government has its own arrangements, and the burden can only be temporary. The troops marching to the northeast and northwest will not be transferred back to their original positions when the fighting eases, but will stay behind to reclaim and take root. This is modeled after the historical example of developing the Great Northern Wilderness and establishing the Xinjiang Agricultural Reclamation Corps, which not only stabilized the border defense, but also drove the grand strategy of moving the border to the real border.

Another government's policy was to recruit Mongolian soldiers in Inner Mongolia, under the banner of defeating the rebels of the Outer Mongolian invaders and conquering the separatist forces in Outer Mongolia, but the deeper purpose was to weaken the influence of the Mongol princes.

The recruited Mongolian soldiers not only got rid of the oppression and exploitation of the Mongolian princes like slaves, but also greatly improved the status of their family members who enjoyed the treatment of military dependents, which could not but produce a subtle psychological temptation in the hearts of other poor herdsmen.

The tough diplomatic stance, the surging anti-Russian wave, and the aggressive military action surprised the Great Powers and shocked the Russians. At this time, they felt that it was difficult to ride a tiger, and a large-scale armed conflict with China was not what they wanted. But if we retreat now, Russia's prestige will be greatly diminished and its power will be weakened.

Kupenschi's face was gloomy, watching the embassy official put the sealed note on his desk, wanting to be angry but feeling inappropriate, and feeling uncomfortable not to be angry.

Since the last time it was expelled, the Chinese government has taken this kind of move, which is no different from the severance of diplomatic relations, and all the notes sent by Russia in protest have been sealed and returned, let alone replied, and they have not even looked at them. However, the military operation is constantly escalating, and it is no longer a symbolic bombing, nor is it aimed at the place of Kulen, and the upgrade of the airship has not yet been completed, but two ships have been urgently mobilized and began to fly in Outer Mongolia with great force, and unscrupulously carry out air strikes on the barracks of the armed forces of Outer Mongolia.

And the losses of the rebels in Outer Mongolia are getting bigger and bigger, and their morale is getting lower and lower. Within the Outer Mongolia Group, which was already unified, opinions are now even more divided. The patriotic king, who did not agree with independence, impartially contacted the Chinese government, and the Chinese government's military operations had not yet been fully launched, and the deterrence action had achieved very good results.

As China and Germany are in secret contacts, Secretary of State Chen Wenqiang may change the original schedule of his foreign trip, and the news of his early visit to Germany has made the Russians even more worried. They did not dare to risk the attack of China and Germany, and could only increase their troops to the Far East in a limited way. However, in the face of more and more Chinese troops and the increasingly tense situation in Outer Mongolia, if the Chinese government really brazenly attacks Outer Mongolia, the Russian government is also unsure of how much role these troops can play.

Does the Chinese government really want to confront Russia and brazenly use force to solve the Outer Mongolia problem? Cusponzi has been asking himself this question all this time.

On the face of it, there seems to be no doubt about this question. Chinese troops are constantly advancing to the northeast, northwest, and Inner Mongolia. So far, according to intelligence, the Chinese government has deployed more than 100,000 people, plus the original local garrison, which is really a powerful force. With so much effort and financial expenditure, it seems a little inappropriate to doubt the Chinese government's determination to go to war.

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