The Guangdong Navy Division had a total of 37 large and small ships, with a total tonnage of more than 11,000 tons, but Li Zhun took three with him, but few of them could really be used in naval warfare, and the officers and men of the Navy Division did not have much actual combat experience. Pen "Fun" Pavilion www.biquge.info

Therefore, Chen Wenqiang only selected its elite, especially the four torpedo boats Hupeng, Huyu, Huying, and Hufalcon, all of which were overhauled at the Huangpu Shipyard, and some of the equipment was replaced, equipped with new gas torpedoes, and conducted sea drills.

In addition to these four torpedo boats, Chen Wenqiang also included the two newly built "Sea Eagle" and "Sea Jiao" torpedo boats in the First Assault Fleet.

The Second Assault Fleet consisted of German-made torpedo boats purchased before the First Sino-Japanese War: Thunder Dragon, Thunder Tiger, Lei Zhong, Lei Gan, Lei Kun, Lei Li, Lei Kan, Lei Zhen, Lei Gen, Lei Xun, and Lei Dui. These torpedo boats were older, inferior in speed and maneuverability to the 1st Assault Fleet, but they were superior in number. After overhauling and equipping new torpedoes, it can also form a group of wolves and deer hunting.

As for the warships Guangjin, Guangyu, and Baobi, which had a displacement of five or six hundred tons, Chen Wenqiang organized them into a support fleet and used them as reserves.

The strategy and tactics of naval warfare can be seen more clearly after repeated study and discussion. That is, he was preparing to use the speed and number of torpedo boats to try to defeat several old ships in Macao and Portugal in one fell swoop by means of a surprise attack.

Although it has an advantage over Macao and Portugal, Li Yanshan and others really did not expect Chen Wenqiang to dare to take the initiative to make trouble. From the Opium War to the present, the Manchu Qing Dynasty has been defeated repeatedly, and the morale of the army and the people has fallen into a trough. Not only did the imperial court hear about the change of color, but the people also had a fear of foreigners. Even the army, when it goes to war with foreigners, has a strong fear of difficulties.

Chen Wenqiang also knew that if a war broke out, it was necessary to relieve the fear of the enemy and the fear of disaster among the officers and men. You must know that fighting against foreigners is often a victory or a defeat. Merit cannot be rewarded, but will be punished by the court.

"This is 100,000 yuan, to reward the brave men of the sailors." Chen Wenqiang took out a few stacks of banknotes, put them on the table, glanced at the sailor generals in front of him, and said in a deep voice: "If the court punishes afterwards." It is borne by the officer. This official has set aside 10,000 acres of land in Qiongzhou to resettle the officers and soldiers who were disabled by the war, as well as the officers and soldiers who were temporarily discharged from the army by the imperial court. For now, did you hear me clearly? Do you understand what this official means? ”

Li Yanshan blinked, stepped forward and bowed, and said, "I understand the humble position. After this battle, if the court punishes him, the adults will bear it, or they will make a show. Temporarily ordered to retire. When the situation calms down, those who are willing to be soldiers can be included again, and those who are willing to be people have also arranged fields. ”

"That's right." Chen Wenqiang smiled faintly and said, "You have to explain to the officers and soldiers below so clearly and clearly. After a pause, he raised his face again, raised his voice, and said, "This official has made proper arrangements. It can be regarded as benevolence and righteousness. If you are in battle, you will be afraid to move forward. If there is a person who is greedy for life and afraid of death, this official will not spare it. When it comes to killing, I'm afraid you also know the reputation of this officer, and let the officers and soldiers below know it. ”

"Humble duty understands, dare not serve death." Under Chen Wenqiang's stern gaze, everyone's hearts were awe-inspiring. Bow down in unison.

"The courage of the generals will be upon you." Chen Wenqiang softened his tone a little and said, "If you have doubts, then make it clear to the official now, and the official will find someone to replace you." and not guilty. But as soon as the war started, it was too late to retreat. ”

Everyone was silent, quietly looking at each other, or some hesitated, but in the end, no one stepped forward to admit it.

"Good." Chen Wenqiang's tone was even more gentle, and he said: "Those who follow the official and listen to the official will ensure his safety and glory." This is not empty talk, empty talk, you can inquire, now the Guangdong patrol police assistant, the armed police assistant, the salt bureau assistant and others, what is the original background? How long did you follow this official to get promoted to this official position? This official wears many positions, and there are vacancies in both Chinese and military positions. If you do it well, the official will not treat you badly. Do you understand? ”

"The lowly rank understands that he dares not to serve the death of the adult."

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The sailors need a heavy reward, and they need to arrange the aftermath, and the infantry is simpler.

Some of the infantry are armed police, and a large number of old Qiongzhou people serve as officers, and they are definitely Chen Wenqiang's descendants. The other part is the department of He Sui transferred by Wu Luzhen, and most of them are troops trained and organized in Qiongzhou, and the order received is to absolutely obey Chen Wenqiang, and there is no need to worry too much.

As for the number and combat power of the Portuguese infantry in Macao, Chen Wenqiang did not take it too seriously, but he also had no intention of abrogating the treaty and recovering Macao in one fell swoop. Of course, it is necessary to give a shock to Macao and Portugal and other powers, but they do not want to make the powers feel a crisis because of this, so they should be vigilant and suppress.

In the final analysis, Chen Wenqiang's choice to use force has all aspects of consideration, and the mastery of the degree is very important. As for the possibility of the expansion of the war, Chen Wenqiang and the think tanks also analyzed various intelligence, believing that Portugal was unstable at this time, and it was difficult to send an expeditionary force.

At that time, King Carlos and Crown Prince Luis of Portugal had just been assassinated by radical republicans, and their second son, Manuel, was enthroned as king. When the young King Manuel II ascended the throne, he sought to preserve the fragile rule of the Bragança dynasty, but relations with the republicans and socialists were strained, and there were frequent cabinet changes and political chaos.

At the same time, Portugal's foreign trade was increasing, but its attempts to expand its colonies failed under the obstruction of the British, and the Portuguese people became increasingly dissatisfied with the government, and the republican movement was on the rise. In addition, the declaration of independence of Brazil, the largest overseas territory, also dealt Portugal a heavy blow.

Under these circumstances, it would be almost impossible to expand the war by giving Portugal an appropriate blow, without touching the bottom line of recovering Macao.

"The intelligence has been read, the analysis and judgment have been made, and the implementation of the battle plan depends on your army." Chen Wenqiang pointed to the map, "The battle of Coloane Island must be fought fiercely and ruthlessly, and strive to end with the weakness of Macao and Portugal, and completely curb the expansion ambitions of Macao and Portugal." ”

"Yes, hit hard, hit hard, the battle is a foregone conclusion." He Sui straightened his chest and saluted, hesitated for a moment, and said: "The lowly troops should be enough to win, if other directions, such as the defense of the previous region, need to garrison troops, your lord can be dispatched." ”

Xu Chunshan, the assistant of the armed police, raised his eyebrows and was about to open his mouth to object, but Chen Wenqiang raised his hand to stop him.

Chen Wenqiang looked at He Sui thoughtfully, He Sui's eyes flashed, and he looked at each other firmly, expressing his determination and confidence.

"The operation of Coloane Island will be handed over to you, in addition to the troops, there are also militia groups, they are familiar with the terrain and topography of the island, and they are very helpful in the operation." Chen Wenqiang advised: "If you can't compete for all the success of luring the enemy to ambush, you must search and suppress it, and the militia group plays a great role." ”

"Yes, I understand." He Sui saluted again, looked at Chen Wenqiang's gesture, and turned to withdraw.

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