Chapter 35: Northwest Claws

The burden of world peace is too heavy for anyone to listen to. ◎◎The quality of this world is that it is bigger than anyone's fist, and it hurts a little more to hit someone. Disputes between countries are similar in nature to contradictions between people, and the solution to the problem is often such a process: sit down and talk first, and if you can't talk, you will roll up your sleeves and put your fists on it.

If you want to do it with someone, you have to have that strength, otherwise it's just looking for a beating.

In fact, as long as a big country like China does not have a real sense of separatism and separation, it will be difficult for foreign forces to shake the foundation of the country. The Qing Dynasty was an exception, as it was a "Hakka" regime.

Xu Shuzheng and Qi Zhenghong were both soldiers who experienced the last years of the Manchu Qing Dynasty, and it is precisely because of this that they have an unforgettable understanding of the strength of the national army. In Xu Shuzheng's view, the biggest problem in the Beiyang period was the army, and the government's ability to control the army was too poor. During the reign of Yuan Shikai, the rudiments of warlord secession had already been formed, otherwise why would the Yuan clan not be able to disarm the roots? Even a Zhang Xun can't be even, so it can be seen that Yuan Shikai's set will not work.

Fang Jianxiong's control system of the army is more effective in Xu Shuzheng's view. On the surface, the multi-channel system is mainly divided into two parts: one is the employment of personnel, and the personnel power is firmly grasped in the General Staff Department, and with the help of the system of life counselors, the supervision and evaluation of officers' qualifications. Now the commanders of the various troops, most of them are out of the Wuhu teaching team and then Lu Dasheng, these people only have someone Fang in their eyes, who wants to incite rebellion, it is estimated that without others, these officers can first arrest the instigator and go to Fang Jianxiong to ask for credit. Especially this time of reorganization, a large number of old people faded out, which is a very helpless thing, but in Xu Shuzheng's opinion, it is an inevitability.

Officers from all over the old Beiyang or local areas. Not to mention anything else, being a warlord is addicted. Of course, there are special cases, such as Xu Shuzheng, Wu Peifu, and Xu Chongzhi, who stood out from the old officers. Xu Shuzheng did a good job in Mongolia, and Xu Chongzhi and Wu Peifu benefited from the excellent performance of the European war. In contrast, the other officers are a bit of a big wave, and there are only three or four of the division commanders in the expeditionary force who are still in their positions. For example, Li Gengen and Chen Eun are still in the position of division commander. The Anhui Gang and the Beiyang Gang were all sent to idle posts. The vast majority of these people were Japanese and Lu scholars, and they were in the position of division commander at the beginning. It's not so qualified. It's really an opportunity that no one uses, you must know that it is difficult for Lu Shisheng to have a very good position in Rigen, and the lieutenant is the top. It's a pity that many people didn't grasp the opportunity, and after returning from Europe, they were all overthrown by their juniors, not to mention the various domestic troops. Most of the old people are in the position of deputy, or take the initiative to quit and return to the local intervention reserve.

For these old people, Xu Shuzheng has no sympathy for them, and it is not that he has not given them a chance. It's a pity that they didn't grasp it well, and they thought that they could live like the old Beiyang period, but they didn't know that Fang Jianxiong had always been a master who didn't rub sand in his eyes, and those who were able to stay with mediocrity.

Something about the Volunteer Army. Xu Shuzheng did not take the initiative to ask for help, but was very enthusiastic about logistics. Fang Jianxiong saved a lot of face for the Beiyang lineage. Don't go too far.

During Fang Jianxiong's time abroad, the country was actually not peaceful, especially in the military, and many people secretly connected in private. even connected Duan Qirui and Xu Shuzheng, about this matter, Xu Shuzheng and Duan Qirui were angry in private, and agreed that these people were not a climate. This world is about strength, Fang Jianxiong firmly grasps the power of the army, and whoever wants to make trouble is a dead word.

Looking at the young Qi Zhenghong carrying the rank of lieutenant general, Xu Shuzheng felt a little emotional. Qi Zhenghong has been staying in the northeast, and he has not been to Europe. can be regarded as Fang Jianxiong's hardcore soldier in the Northeast Military Region, and this officer is getting bigger and bigger. It can be seen from this that Fang Jianxiong's focus on foreign strategy.

"Zheng Shuai, Li Daxiong is calling, Kolchak wants command." Qi Zhenghong handed over the telegram, Xu Shuzheng took it and glanced at it and said: "Dream, it would be good to help him hold Novosibirsk, and I want to unify the command of the army, and I don't want to see who he is?" Ignore him about it, and when you get there, just avoid it. ”

"Also, let him touch a few soft nails to be honest, I heard that Fu Shuai has only passed Malacca, and it is estimated that he can't meet and listen to the teachings before going out." When Qi Zhenghong talked about this, his regret overflowed, not like pretending.

In the vast sea, thick smoke billowed out. This situation can be seen from a long distance, and this is a large fleet all the time.

Including the two supply ships, there was a large fleet of nine ships, including two Qingdao-class battle cruisers and the other five battle cruisers purchased from the British. Such a fleet is a formidable force wherever it goes.

Liu Guanxiong, who stood in the command module of the flagship Qingdao, can be said to be very satisfied with the fleet under his command. At the beginning, Liu Guanxiong was very excited for a while when he heard that he was purchasing five warships in one go. The Navy's Zhenshan Treasure Sa Zhenbing, was happy to hear about this and drank a lot of wine. Starting from the Beiyang Naval Division, it has always been the dream of the Chinese Navy to build a navy that has always been strong. Although it has been many years since the disappearance of the Beiyang Naval Division, which is the first in Asia, there is always a thorn in the hearts of the naval people.

"Chief of the General Staff, the Wuhan in front has sent a flag saying that it is going to pass through the Taiwan Strait." Captain Lin Yongmo reported, Liu Guanxiong puffed up his chest when he heard the sound and said: "Pass on my order, all ships are in good spirits, ready for battle, and beware of Japanese provocations." ”

The Japanese Navy and the Republic of China Navy have always regarded each other as imaginary enemies. At the end of the Qing Dynasty and during the Beiyang period, the Chinese navy was too weak, and the Japanese Navy's Third Fleet was even stationed in Shanghai, while the Japanese Third Fleet was the Yangtze River River Fleet. This shows how arrogant the Japanese Navy was back then.

During the Xinhai period, the Japanese marines even occupied Daye Iron Mine, and it was uncomfortable to think about these things. Liu Guanxiong even hoped that he would encounter the Japanese Navy's warships in Taiwan later, just to show off his might.

"Fu Shuai!" Hearing the sound at the door, Liu Guanxiong saw Fang Jianxiong walking in alone, and immediately stepped forward to salute. Fang Jianxiong replied: "I want to see Taiwan!" The tone of this sentence sounded a little low, even sad.

Liu Guanxiong subconsciously clenched his fists, and a stuffy breath was accumulating in his chest. Fang Jianxiong held a telescope in his hand and looked eastward, looking at Taiwan, the treasure island of the motherland, from afar. "Passing through the gate of Taiwan and not being able to enter, Fang's crime is also. At the time of the Qingdao War, we were still too weak, and Britain, France, and Russia jointly exerted pressure, and we couldn't help but be uncompromising. ”

Fang Jianxiong said a word, and the eyes of Liu Guanxiong, Lin Yongmo and other naval officers turned red, and they all stared at Taiwan.

"Fu Shuai, as long as there is your wise leadership, we will definitely fight back. Not only should Taiwan be recovered, but also the Japanese archipelago should be hit. Liu Guanxiong waved his fist excitedly, and the officers in the command cabin shouted together: "Fu Shuai, we will fight back." ”

Fang Jianxiong smiled at everyone and said: "It's not easy to talk about, the Republic of China is still an agricultural country in nature, and the navy is a money-burning service. The Japanese were almost going crazy in order to maintain their naval superiority. The Nagato and Mutsu warships were built to maintain their leading position in the world's navies. 410 mm main gun, although it is said that in the next world war, battleships may not be the mainstream, but for the current world naval pattern, battleships are still the most powerful deterrent. ”

"Fushuai, we also need a battleship like the Nagato." Liu Guanxiong couldn't help but shout, and Fang Jianxiong said expressionlessly after hearing this: "There will be." ”

In Shanghai, the new commander of the Lanzhou Military Region, Lieutenant General Leng Yu, stood on the dock like a javelin. The reason why he did not take office for a long time was not because of anything else, but because of a telegram from Fang Jianxiong, who was on vacation in his hometown of Chaohu, rushed to Shanghai in the cold rain.

The Lanzhou Military Region has two infantry corps and five cavalry divisions under its jurisdiction, ranking fourth among the major military regions. Why are there so many cavalry? Very simply, the northwest is a vast and sparsely populated place with inconvenient transportation, and there is no place for a car. Fortunately, the train is now open, otherwise it would have been a month to take office.

Leng Yu's assistant is Xu Chongzhi, the two complement each other in the European battlefield, and Xu Chongzhi's military ability to control the large corps is even above Leng Yu. Therefore, Leng Yu took the initiative to name Xu Chongzhi as deputy commander and chief of staff and commander of the Seventh Army. As for the special operations division, it is currently in Beijing, with the special operations division as the main backbone, and has been expanded into three central guard divisions. Leng Yu's other assistant is Wang Jingluo, the commander of the Eighth Army, and this time the three of them came to Shanghai collectively to wait for the return of the commander.

The Qingdao appeared in the field of vision, and under the guidance of the pilot barge, it slowly leaned towards the trestle. Leng Yu and the others immediately stood more straight, looking at the hill-like battleship approaching, and Fang Jianxiong appeared on the gangway.

"Chief Instructor!" "Fu Shuai!" There are two titles, the former is Leng Yu and Wang Jingluo, and the latter is Xu Chongzhi. That's the difference.

"Well, it's all here, I'm sorry to keep you waiting for so many days." Fang Jianxiong smiled very reluctantly, he was physically and mentally exhausted after a long voyage at sea, and he saw his subordinates talking in a strong spirit.

"The chief instructor must have something important to tell the students to do, and they should wait as long as they want." Leng Yu replied very simply, Fang Jianxiong nodded and walked forward slowly, leaving the land for too long, stepping on the solid earth, his feet were a little fluttering.

"I haven't informed anyone of the specific time of this landing, but there is indeed something for you to do. Map! Fang Jianxiong explained, and Qi Erzhu immediately stepped forward, took out the map from his bag, and spread it on the ground. The sea breeze blows, and the map shakes. A cadre of people immediately stood in a row to form a wall to block the sea breeze.

"Zhiqiu, I am relieved of your ability to lead troops, but this time the matter is very important, and the action must be secretive. Remember, you are the claws of the country in the northwest! Fang Jianxiong's tone was solemn, and his fingers lightly touched a point in Central Asia, "An Yanji."

The breathing of the three chief officers present suddenly became rapid.