Chapter 274: The First Bomb of Extortion from the Great Powers (1)
Yang Hao is not a person who is easy to kill, but he will never have the kindness of a woman. He wants to change the world and restore China, and some praying mantis who jump out to block the way will be crushed to death if they should be crushed.
Kang Youwei is like a blister on the surface of the sea, and disappears without a trace when the wind blows, no one knows where he went, in short, since this day, no one in the world has seen him again.
After waiting for the guests to watch the movie for two hours, Yang Hao held a banquet at noon in the newly renovated annex of the building, which can be called the most luxurious hotel in the East, allowing them to experience a modern feast that transcends the times. Of course, the main thing is to let them witness the height of this largest and most luxurious hotel in the Far East, and in the future, they can put all their drinking and banqueting activities here and contribute abundant resources.
Terrazzo marble floors, glass crystal chandeliers, tempered glass tables, brilliant neon lights...... It is completely combined with the modern four-star hotel furnishings, plus a little bit of Shanghai Tang style fusion features, so that Chinese and foreign guests can enjoy a variety of sensory stimulation.
Modern Ru kiln high-grade porcelain, modern technology manufacturing sterling silver tableware, the comfortable environment of constant temperature in all seasons, 24-hour hot water supply, a full set of white porcelain bathroom facilities, electric lights, telephones, radios and a series of high-end gadgets, directly dazzled their eyes.
The foreign devils who ran the hotel business near the concession were black-skinned one by one, and they were so depressed that they just wanted to crash and die on the spot. With the capacity of this building, it will be able to monopolize all related businesses almost immediately. The four-storey hotel in Lishunde immediately seemed like nothing, and probably only some stubborn English gentleman could pinch his nose and enjoy a completely unknown level of service.
Of course, they are not without a chance, in the huge complex of buildings in the American Concession. Eighty percent is used for commercial operations. They can invest in and rent one. You can even get relevant business guidance from the Yanhua Chamber of Commerce. Like other businesses that support industry, it is a one-stop service. But the price is very painful.
However, the ministers and representatives of various countries are more concerned about Yang Hao's intentions, which is to demonstrate to them and warn them that the next upcoming project will not make it too easy for them.
After the main meal, all those who are qualified enough then enter another hall, which is relaxed and cold with long dining tables. Shiny stainless steel cutlery is filled with a variety of seasonal fruits from all over the world. There are all kinds of champagne in the ice buckets, and behind the huge bar are hundreds of Chinese and foreign wines to satisfy any of their quirky tastes.
Holding wine glasses of various shapes in their hands, a group of bigwigs who were calling for wind and rain in the East couldn't taste the deliciousness, and they only felt a chill from the bottom of their hearts.
It's a little bit of appetite, but it represents a terrifyingly large power! In today's world, who has the ability to provide these things at any time? Something that is easy to preserve, such as wine, can still accumulate slowly, how do you transport those seasonal fruits? Especially from Africa, the Americas, and even Europe, each of which has to go through at least a few months of long sea journeys, and it is a long time ago that a ball has already rotted.
Yang Hao was able to provide it. And the size, taste, and quantity are all thorns that they can't pick out. These things alone can be a frighteningly big business. Yang Hao didn't care about it, but he couldn't see that the big head was behind.
By the time they could almost digest the shock in front of them. Yang Hao tapped his wine glass with a fork, and under the bright light, a heart-pounding smile appeared on his face and said, "I hope that these things I have prepared today can satisfy you." So let's get down to business. I think one of them is that you must be very concerned about how I defeated so many Japanese troops. ”
This is one of the important reasons why the foreign devils participated in the opening of the US concession with the dignity of ministers.
What the Japanese Army is like, Tong guò a large number of military observers and journalists, they have estimated very clearly. In terms of the will to fight, the quality of individual soldiers, and the level of training, it far exceeded that of the Qing army. It can be said that it is a force that is already about the same as the base of the land forces of the great powers, and they are only inferior in equipment and logistical supplies.
In particular, the Germans, who were teachers, had to admit that the Japanese were stoic and tough. A group of troops with an average height of only 1.65 meters and only eight bullets on their bodies when they went out on the first expedition have been able to hold out until now. In particular, the supplies could not keep up, they often starved in battle, and a little sugar was considered a luxury, but they were able to fight tenaciously. When suffering heavy casualties, there was no bad appearance of the Qing army running out for hundreds of kilometers as soon as it was defeated.
But it was such a force, but it was severely damaged and even annihilated by Yang Hao again and again with a fraction of their strength, and the price paid by the Yang family army was pitiful. This has to be staring.
How did Yang Hao do it? Countries have gone to great lengths to find out the news, but the results have been very pale. Except for seeing a few from afar, they couldn't even get a complete set of infantry equipment to look at. It was also because the Qing army treated reporters from various countries roughly, and excluded their eyes from the other side of the battlefield.
Yang Jiajun's qiē is all mysterious.
This feeling of not knowing the bottom line is terrible and makes it impossible for countries to make correct estimates. Fortunately, today, Yang Hao plans to officially uncover the mystery, which also means that he is ready for a showdown.
There is no free lunch in the world, and if you want to get Yang Hao's secret, all countries must pay the price. After today's series of visual stimulation, the hearts of every delegate are heavy, and they don't know how big a hole they will encounter.
Seeing the flickering eyes of a group of foreign devils, Yang Hao smiled slightly: "I can honestly say that our soldiers' training and combat command are not much better than the Japanese army. You should know that modern military theories all come from the West. ”
The foreign devils raised their chins arrogantly, and they must be proud of this. Perhaps the strategic thinking of the Oriental nations is worth studying, but the theory and tactical practice of modern warfare are hundreds of years behind.
"Our main advantage is in armament. I believe that this is also the part that you are more concerned about, because of the need for confidentiality and the lack of production capacity. We didn't disclose it to the public. But today I think it's time to share it with friends from all over the world. ”
Is this guy finally willing to let go?
The delegates were thrilled. The indifferent and reserved posture that he had maintained before suddenly collapsed. The atmosphere that had been quite harmonious suddenly became tense. Their already complicated relationship immediately dispersed into groups, and they were not kind to each other and were wary of others, for fear that the other party would know more and they would suffer a loss.
This kind of reaction is exactly what Yang Hao wants.
He was well aware that the great powers of the late nineteenth century, although they appeared to exert pressure together, were divided within themselves. Not to mention the grudge of the Hundred Years' War between Britain and France. Conflicts between European countries in Africa, South America, and even Asian colonies are still unfolding. The extension of hostility between Britain and Tsarist Russia into the Far East was one of the main factors that led to the many changes in the Sino-Japanese war.
Germany, which had just risen, joined forces with Austria-Hungary to strongly challenge the hegemony of the British Empire, and the arrogant Wilhelm II was very determined to rise to the top, which could not but make Britain vigilant. And France, which is close at hand, naturally refuses to rest, and maybe they will get together when they will fight.
Russia has always wanted to integrate into the European family, but has been ostracized by their group; She also wants to seek hegemony across Asia, and her eyes on China will greatly threaten British interests and domination, and she will be blocked and resisted.
The United States, which seems to be out of the way, has become the world's number one. On the surface, it is frantically receiving immigrants from various countries to increase its strength, but its financial tentacles have quietly extended into Europe. Although the signs of its participation in world hegemony have not yet been demonstrated, they are by no means honest.
And all these countries, no matter how divided internally, have a common goal - the Far East.
Now there is a Yang Hao trying to break all their schemes, this huge force that grows at an astonishing rate, but can't find its foundation, has become a big problem for them.
Before instigating the Qing court to cut the grass and eradicate the roots, Yang Hao immediately showed his muscles in this way. Not only to warn and deter them, but also to slash in the rift between countries, and pour a barrel of oil on the fire that was bred under their buttocks.
British Minister Ogne's eyes flashed, and he asked in a loud voice: "Mr. Yang is able to inform various countries of military construction news in a timely manner, which is an admirable and welcome move. The British Empire wants friends to be open to each other, but you don't just say that, do you? ”
Yang Hao shook his wine glass: "Of course I won't be so lazy." I've got enough samples ready for you to see, but a little surprise? ”
Surprise? There was a fire in everyone's eyes, but from Yang Hao's smile, they also tasted a fierceness, and secretly thought in their hearts, just don't turn into fright immediately. Who can believe that a businessman who is proficient in military strategy will be simpler?
Yang Hao did not invite everyone in as they wished, but led them into different rooms in batches from country to country.
He personally accompanied the British, and in the sample showroom specially prepared for them, there were mannequins dressed in army and navy attire, a series of British military outfits from the First World War. This includes winter, spring, and summer clothing, but of course there is no such thing as a carrying.
What stunned the British was the boat-shaped helmet on the soldier's head, the new rifle in his hand, and the army cannon and grenades on the side.
Yang Hao introduced one by one: "The steel helmet cast by high-strength alloy can resist the shooting of 8mm bullets, greatly reduce the fragmentation of artillery shells, and increase the survival rate of soldiers by several times." The latest short-barreled 10-round bolt-action rifle with an unmatched high rate of fire and high accuracy. ”
The steel helmet was the style of the British with insufficient protection, and the rifle was the Lee. A mutilated version of Enfield. On the basis of the NO.1 type, Yang Hao got the bayonet seat of the NO.4 pit father. This kind of bayonet is simply put on the muzzle of the gun, and it is very bad to use it to fight bayonets.
If he doesn't make a move, the British will be equipped by next year, 7.7 caliber, with a more corrosive Kodak smokeless drug.
But now, let him copy it first, and apply for a patent, whether it can be used or not, or whether the British comply with it or not, at least he can disgust the other party first.
The cannon was made of a 70mm camp gun, which was common in this era, plus a rudimentary spring-made retreat gun mount, plus two rounds of turf. Compared with Yang Hao's own hydraulic system, it is a big step behind, but it can be used to mislead and fool foreign devils.
The grenade was not a home-made wooden handle, but a melon mine with a very demanding manufacturing process, filled with smokeless medicine of the era, but the cast iron casing was not prefabricated with fragments.
The British, who themselves had military attachés who were proficient in equipment, looked carefully at each of the equipment descriptions with blazing eyes, and they had to admit that everything here was enough to be called a fine product. Even if it is a military uniform, the fabric used is not wrinkled, crisp, comfortable and wear-resistant, and it is definitely the best choice for British people who are particularly concerned about their decent image.
Hand grenades and spring-loaded rapid-fire guns are the perfect solution to the long-range and near-range blows of countless explosives in Yang's hands. However, the British were not satisfied, and Ogne compared the information in his hand, glared at Yang Hao and asked, "Mr. Yang's army equipment seems to be more than that, right?" Do you also have fast-fire firearms and powerful close-range explosive projectiles? (To be continued......)
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