Tanks and self-propelled artillery were both equipment born during World War I. They were mainly developed to deal with trench warfare. However, due to technical reasons, this weapon did not change the shape of war in World War I. It was only until World War II that
These weapons really shine.
Qiao Yu knew very well that the current internal combustion engines could not provide enough power. Coupled with frequent mechanical failures, the combat effectiveness of tanks, armored vehicles, self-propelled artillery and other weapons was greatly reduced. However, he still did not give up research. One was that Qiao Yu hoped to
The second reason for training scientific researchers is to obtain some benefits from Britain and France by relying on this new type of weapon. Although it cannot change the face of war, it can still play a big role at some point, and the great powers will definitely be interested.
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A few months ago, Sichuan delivered the first batch of armored vehicles to Europe. These armored vehicles have outstanding off-road capabilities and are equipped with three 12.7mm machine guns. The firepower is very powerful and has been praised by the French army. France
The country has also begun to purchase from China. Qiao Yu knows very well that Britain and France have begun to develop weapons such as tanks. However, they are still in the stage of blind men trying to figure out the elephant. They have insufficient understanding of this kind of weapons. His knowledge is enough to enable Sichuan to produce
What was still just passable has finally come to fruition.
"Qiao Shuai, it seems that Sichuan is not equipped with this kind of weapon. Is it just for the use of the great powers?"
"Yes, it is not a good thing for Chief Xu to fight a civil war after all. All the people who died are his compatriots. Sichuan will not use such weapons easily. In order to oppose Yuan Shikai's claim to the throne, we have to use force, but I do not want to continue the war.
If you go down, all your own people will die, now it’s up to Zhi Weng!”
Qiao Yu's few words are undoubtedly both a warning and a demonstration. Sichuan has enough strength, but it is not doing its best because of the feelings of its compatriots. If Beiyang does not make a suitable choice, Sichuan will really attack. As a soldier, Xu Shuzheng,
He is also the most sensitive to this kind of show of force. He had a telegram with Duan Qirui yesterday. Duan Qirui is also very embarrassed now. Although it is time to replace Yuan Shikai, he is really unwilling to bear the infamy. Without Yuan Shikai, there would be no Beiyang.
Today, Duan Qirui's status is no longer there. Old Duan is really in a dilemma now.
"Secretary Xu, just talking without practicing is not enough. I will ask them to show you this weapon!"
Qiao Yu gave the order, and immediately some operators boarded the self-propelled artillery. Soon the roar began. The self-propelled artillery kept rushing forward like a monster spitting black smoke, showing its strong maneuverability.
After arriving at the predetermined location, the self-propelled artillery stopped. The gunner aimed at the target in the distance and quickly loaded the shells. In an instant, a shell was fired.
The self-propelled artillery fires much faster than the towed artillery, and it is also more convenient. Soon, three artillery shells were fired one after another, blowing the target in the distance to pieces. Xu Shuzheng felt really excited when he saw this.
The waves are surging. Now military technology is advancing by leaps and bounds, and equipment is being updated very quickly. Xu Shuzheng naturally knows that the Beiyang army has lagged behind the great powers. But today, when he looked at it, even Sichuan had left Beiyang far away. If Beiyang could not work hard to become stronger,
I'm just afraid that I will be completely eliminated.
"Qiao Shuai, it is really a blessing to the country that Sichuan can develop such a powerful weapon. However, such a powerful weapon should not be used in civil war. The people who died are all our compatriots. I will definitely do it."
Try your best to persuade Duke Duan to agree to come forward to persuade Duke Yuan to abdicate and restore the republican government. I wonder if Qiao Shuai has any other requests, I will convey them to Duke Duan!"
After a show of force, it really worked. Xu Shuzheng quickly chose to compromise, and Qiao Yu also smiled slightly: "It's true what Xu said, as long as Yuan Shikai abdicates, Sichuan will never use troops again, but I still have a few things to do."
I hope Duan Gong can agree. The first point is to make some adjustments in personnel. Hubei and Hunan must change their governors again, and Guizhou must also restore the governorship. I recommend Xia Douyin to be the governor of Hubei, Tan Yankai to be the governor of Hunan, and Zhang Bailin to be the governor of Guizhou;
The second point is that the three southwest provinces together with Guangxi are preparing to establish a southwest economic development committee to jointly promote regional economic development and improve people's livelihood. The central government must not interfere easily. The third is that Sichuan must sign an agreement with Shaanxi and Gansu provinces to develop mineral resources. These are all
It is a good thing that benefits the country and the people, I don’t think Mr. Duan will refuse!”
Qiao Yu put forward three conditions. How could Xu Shuzheng not understand what Qiao Yu meant? The two lakes are the heart of the world. Replacing the governor who is completely obedient to Qiao Yu would turn the two lakes into the Sichuan Army's territory.
The establishment of the development committee by the peripheral forces is undoubtedly because Qiao Yu wants to bring the three southwestern provinces under his control, and the central government is not allowed to intervene. As for the third point, it is purely coveting the resources of Shaanxi and Gansu, and now Sichuan already has it
Some of the characteristics of the great powers are that they value economic interests far more than political and military interests.
But to be honest, these demands made by Qiao Yu did not exceed Duan Qirui's bottom line. Duan Qirui was even prepared to give up the position of vice president to Qiao Yu. Now it seems that Qiao Yu is not greedy or coveting Zhong.
Without power, Xu Shuzheng was actually much more relaxed as he just wanted to be the king of southwest China.
"Qiao Shuai, I will definitely convey it to Mr. Duan. I still have some ideas. I saw that Sichuan's economy is developing very rapidly because it helps the Allied Powers to produce military supplies. Zhong Yang also hopes to profit from the war. I wonder if Qiao Shuai has any ideas.
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"Haha, this is a good thing. The demand in Europe is very strong. For a country like China with its vast territory and abundant resources, it is a God-given opportunity for development. Sichuan has already sent many workers to Europe, and now the Allies have asked Sichuan to send troops.
However, Sichuan adheres to its duty as a local government and did not agree. If Beijing can seize the opportunity to develop industry, Sichuan will definitely support it. It is best to directly participate in the war and strive for the status of a victorious country. It will be helpful to change China's current situation.
There are huge benefits to the situation.”
Xu Shuzheng did not expect that Qiao Yu was so talkative and was willing to assist Beiyang, which was really a great thing. However, this idea was only Xu Shuzheng's own opinion, and Duan Qirui did not agree, so Xu Shuzheng could not agree immediately.
"Qiao Shuai, there are two difficult problems to solve in participating in the war. One is that the losses will be too great, and the second is that if the wrong bet is made, China will definitely not be able to withstand the wrath of the great powers with its current poverty and weakness!"
"Secretary Xu, I don't think either of these is a problem. The European battlefield is a meat grinder. After joining the war, the Chinese troops are likely to become cannon fodder. But if China can win, we can naturally take back the defeated countries."
China's privileges will shake the foundation of the entire unequal treaty. In the end, China will become a completely independent country, instead of being filled with foreign concessions. As for who will win, I can safely and boldly say that the Allied Powers occupy a huge territory.
With resource advantages, and the United States also intends to join the Allied Powers in fighting, Germany will be unable to survive sooner or later, so there is nothing wrong in joining the Allied Powers in fighting!"
Xu Shuzheng is also a soldier. He is not afraid of sacrifice. As long as there is enough value, he will not hesitate to lose hundreds of thousands of people. Xu Shuzheng's eyes lit up when he heard Qiao Yu said that he could use this as a breakthrough to take back the privileges seized by the foreign powers.
Indeed, if this could be achieved, it would be worth it no matter how many casualties there were.
"Thank you Qiao Shuai for your guidance. It's just that the work of participating in the war involves many aspects. We can only wait until the country restores stability before proceeding!"
"Yes, but we must not miss this opportunity. I don't know how long the war will last. I think as long as Duan Gong can agree to Sichuan's conditions, I will first send an investment group to assist Zhong Yang in reorganizing the industrial and agricultural system and creating a large-scale
By preparing for export, I believe that China’s financial distress will soon be changed. Moreover, the greater the trade volume, the more important it will be in the hearts of the great powers. It can also fight for China’s rights and interests, with no harm at all!”
Qiao Yu once again threw out a bait, and Xu Shuzheng was immediately a little stupid. He thought that trade relations with the great powers were the secret of Sichuan's prosperity, and Sichuan would definitely cherish its own affairs. Now it seems that Qiao Yu is very open-minded. Not only is he not worried about Beiyang robbing business, on the contrary
It is simply unbelievable to hope that Beiyang can obtain more benefits.
Maybe Qiao Yu really cares about the central government and sincerely supports Duan Qirui. Xu Shuzheng can only comfort himself like this. However, Xu Shuzheng must inform Duan Qirui of the situation as soon as possible and persuade Duan Qirui to agree to Qiao Yu's conditions as soon as possible. This is also rare in Beiyang.
An opportunity that must not be missed.
"Commander, you are very kind to this little fan. You even agreed to help Beiyang develop industry. Aren't you afraid of raising tigers?"
Jiang Baili also came to see the new weapons. Jiang Baili only felt that Qiao Yu seemed to be very talkative today, especially that he was ready to support Beiyang, which was unexpected.
"Haha, Brother Baili, farmers still need to plant seeds when they farm. Now this is also a share of seeds. As long as Beiyang comes next, it is equivalent to planting crops for us. Sooner or later, we will have a harvest!"
Of course Qiao Yu has his own plans in mind. Even if Beiyang's industry develops now, he will not be able to protect it after World War I. Only he can provide shelter in China. By then, the capital accumulated due to the war will be like water returned to the sea.
Usually, it flows to Sichuan and becomes a booster for Sichuan's industrialization, but now Qiao Yu is not prepared to point out this relationship clearly.
Jiang Baili did not ask further, but focused on the self-propelled artillery. Just now, this bulky big guy was like a prehistoric beast, majestic, but now it was very embarrassed and could not get out of the shooting range.
Driving back, fortunately Xu Shuzheng had already left, otherwise such inferior products would not be able to scare the little fan.