Chapter 176: Arrangements Before Departure!
Although before learning of the US military delegation's visit, Yan'an predicted that some cooperation agreements might be reached. But seeing www.biquge.info the content of the final cooperation agreement, the members of Yan'an's party and government leadership team were very excited.
From these cooperation agreements, it is not difficult for those who are interested to judge that the United States, which is far away on the other side of the Atlantic, is more optimistic about the future of Yan'an. This also shows that Yan'an's international influence is constantly surpassing the Chongqing government.
As the deputy head of the reception group, He Zhengdao, who participated in this meeting, with his bold proposal and negotiation skills, finally won this military aid that was very important to the Eighth Route Army, which also proved He Zhengdao's ability.
It can be said that the conclusion of this cooperation agreement has undoubtedly enhanced He Zhengdao's reputation and prestige in the party and the army. Even if the head of state and the commander-in-chief both said that the next time the military and political conference is convened, they can add more burdens to He Zhengdao.
Regarding such expectations, He Zhengdao said calmly: "If I can, I hope that in the future, my work will focus more on recovering the Northeast." I'm afraid I can't take care of too much of the rest of the work.
The fact that we were able to reach this series of agreements with the US side this time can only show that our current achievements have been recognized by the other side. But if we want to get military aid and loans, we need to do more to improve.
Next, I will order the Suiyuan Army Division to form a more combat-ready and large-scale force in the border area. Even there, an air defense unit was deployed to transport supplies from Outer Mongolia.
But in order to make sure that there are no surprises, the Soviet side also needs us to send someone to negotiate. At least for the time being, we still need to maintain a friendly alliance with the Soviet side and prevent it from fully falling to the side of the Japanese army.
If nothing else, I believe that our cooperation with the United States this time will also annoy some high-ranking Soviet officials. In order to avoid such misunderstandings, we also need to send people over to do some work, and the United States will also cooperate.
Through this incident, I believe it will also serve as a reminder to the Soviet leadership that we are not without allies. If the Soviets want us to dominate the Chinese regime in the future, then they need to pay more attention to us as well. ”
Listening to He Zhengdao's words, the head of state also nodded and said, "We will pay attention to your suggestion." When the specific details of cooperation are negotiated, we will send a delegation of representatives to the Soviet Union to have some meetings with them.
Even if we don't have this cooperation with the United States, we plan to send people to the Soviet Union to have some talks with them. At least we don't want to see the Soviet Union really and completely fall over to the side of the Japanese army. This is actually not good for both countries! ”
With the Führer's answer, He Zhengdao didn't say anything more, and said in a timely manner: "The Führer, commander-in-chief, I have asked the research institute to count the list of machinery and equipment purchases, and I believe it will be sent soon."
When the time comes, I hope that the deputy head of state will emphasize to the US side the importance of these machinery and equipment to us. Among them, the equipment for petrochemical industry is also urgently needed by us.
As for the US side, it will feel that we may not be able to use these equipment when we buy them. At that time, the deputy head of state can also tell them that after the equipment is bought, how to use it is our business. In fact, there are also oil resources in our country.
If new oil fields can be excavated, the limitation of our oil resources will be solved. Even with oil, our corresponding chemical industry can be further improved.
But when it comes to oil extraction projects, we don't need the U.S. side to get involved. I believe that with the petrochemical talents we currently have in reserve, there should be no problem in exploiting a small oil field. It's just that this project, too, needs to be kept secret! ”
'Good! I'll keep an eye on this! Are you sure there's oil in that place you're talking about, though? ’
'Rest assured, Deputy Führer! I don't dare to talk nonsense about this kind of thing! ’
As the liberated areas of the Eighth Route Army slowly expanded to North China, He Zhengdao felt that the oil resources in Shaanxi could also be further excavated. At least at this stage, the Changqing Oilfield alone should be enough in the future.
I believe that even if this news is learned by the Japanese army, it will not be easy for them to seize this oil field. At least the oil fields currently being exploited in Yan'an are also an important source of oil and income for the Eighth Route Army.
If the oil field can be further expanded, He Zhengdao believes that the oil required by the follow-up troops and factories will also be further improved. In addition, the first batch of materials purchased also included generators urgently needed by the Eighth Route Army.
Considering the lack of hydropower resources in the northwest, He Zhengdao also feels that the first consideration is thermal power plants. Although this kind of power plant is more polluting, I am afraid that at this stage I am afraid that there is not much to take into account.
Electricity and oil are both important links restricting the development of the Eighth Route Army at present, and if it can get the support of the US side, it is believed that it will also have a rapid increase in a short period of time. The establishment of these factories also helped to promote the industrialization of the Eighth Route Army.
Although the head of state and others felt that He Zhengdao should stay in Yan'an for a while longer. Regarding the layout of industrialization, they all feel that He Zhengdao is the most suitable candidate.
But the problem now is that Japan, which has already entered into peace talks with the Soviet side, seems to be preparing for a counteroffensive. The elite of the Kwantung Army, which was originally assembled to deal with the Far Eastern Army, is now also ready to move.
In view of this situation, He Zhengdao ordered the front-line troops to prepare for war, and also mobilized a lot of reserve troops to the front. It can be said that this battle will also determine whether the fruits of Higashino's victory in the early stage can be saved.
Judging from the current situation, the Kwantung Army must also hope that before the onset of winter, a large-scale battle can test the actual combat effectiveness of the eastern field. If the Northeast Field Army can withstand the counterattack, I believe that the Kwantung Army will also retreat in the face of difficulties.
Fortunately, during this period, after the Northeast Field Army had completed its respective operational objectives, the units had taken a break for a period of time. In addition, on the front line of confrontation with the Japanese army, the Eighth Route Army also built strong fortifications.
This also means that if the Kwantung Army wants to counterattack and recapture these areas recovered by the Northeast Field Army, it will also pay a heavy price. And He Zhengdao also hoped to take this opportunity to completely dispel the illusions of the Kwantung Army.
At the very least, let the Kwantung Army know that if they want to regain these lost territories, they will have to bear the possibility that the entire Northeast may be subverted. And this time, He Zhengdao even transferred all the saber special combat teams out.
It is clear that this will be a large-scale defensive counterattack operation, and as the commander of the Northeast Field Army, He Zhengdao is undoubtedly the backbone of this army. If he doesn't go over and command personally, I'm afraid there will be some problems.
In view of this situation, He Zhengdao could only choose to leave Yan'an temporarily and continue to fulfill his mission as a commander. As for the contract details, it is only necessary to send a telegram to inform you at that time.
If there is any disagreement, He Zhengdao can also send a telegram to feedback his own opinion in time. The only thing that feels a little reluctant is undoubtedly Chen Siya, who will give birth in a month or two.
In order to ensure the confidentiality of the itinerary, He Zhengdao did not greet the US military delegation when he left Yan'an. After saying goodbye to Chen Siya, who was a little reluctant to part, He Zhengdao left Yan'an in the middle of the night with the guard troops.
When General Sam saw that He Zhengdao did not attend the negotiations, he was somewhat surprised. And the deputy head of state also smiled at the right time and said: "General Sam, General He is the front-line commander, and he was also temporarily ordered to participate in the negotiation meeting.
Now the fighting on the front line is a little tense, and as a front-line commander, he must return to the army to command the battle. After all, we have regained so much lost territory earlier, and the Kwantung Army is a little unwilling and is preparing to launch a counterattack against us! ”
Major General Sam, who heard the news, although he felt a little regretful, did not say anything more. It's just that soon a representative of the US military said: "Vice Yuan is the first student, I wonder if we can have the honor to go to the front line to watch the battle?" ”
In response to this opinion of the US military representative, the deputy head of state thought for a while and said: "We will also consider this proposal." Since we are now partners, then you want to go to the front line to watch the battle, and we naturally agree.
There is just one thing I want you to remember, and that is that the situation on the front lines is very dangerous. If you go to the front line to watch the battle, you should also be mentally prepared. After all, this Japanese counterattack must have been extremely ferocious. ”
In fact, when the US military proposed to set up an observation group, He Zhengdao realized that the US military would put forward the conditions for going to the front line to watch the battle. After all, only by going to the front line to watch the battle can we really see the strength of the Eighth Route Army.
And He Zhengdao felt that since the cooperation agreement was signed, in order to show sincerity. Such a request is naturally difficult to refuse. Even in He Zhengdao's view, letting the US military know some of the reality of the Eighth Route Army will also help deepen the attention of the US military.
At least in He Zhengdao's view, in the procurement list of military aid, He Zhengdao also expressed his hope to purchase a batch of American bombers. In terms of fighter jets, the Eighth Route Army did not purchase them, which obviously seemed a bit abnormal.
Therefore, the news that the Eighth Route Army already has its own fighter jets cannot be concealed from the US military for long. It's just that some things are thrown out from time to time, which makes the US military feel amazed and shocked, and it is also conducive to increasing the mystery of the Eighth Route Army.
Hearing that the deputy head of state had no objection to them sending people to the front to watch the battle, Major General Sam naturally seemed very happy. After the cooperation agreement was reached, Major General Sam could also feel that Yan'an had also expressed more sincerity to them.
This also means that they can learn more about the strength and potential of the Eighth Route Army, which will also help the US military to further cooperate with the Eighth Route Army in the future. Just sending representatives to the front line to watch the battle also needs to be carefully considered.
After all, in the course of several negotiations, the Eighth Route Army emphasized the importance of secrecy. This means that the delegations they send to the front line must keep some of the things they see secret and not be good at divulging them without permission.
If there is a leak, I believe that the Eighth Route Army will also express its distrust of the US military. This will have a very far-reaching impact on the further cooperation between the two militaries in the future!