Chapter five hundred and seventy first fire in the backyard
Just after Germany's defeat, the huge High Seas Fleet was detained in Scapa Flow and became a spoil of war for Britain. During the Paris Peace Conference, the negotiations reached a deadlock. As a result, the German Navy mistakenly believed that the war would rekindle.
They decisively scuttled the warships. A total of more than fifty warships of various types sank to the bottom of Scapa Flow, including ten battleships and five battlecruisers. The brutal actions shocked the world.
Zhang Tinglan set his sights on these warships. If he could get one or two back, even if they could not be repaired and used, combined with the German drawings, he could at least understand the structure of large warships and let Feng Jun figure out the key technologies of warship design.
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Shipbuilding technology is also accumulated step by step. It is impossible to reach the sky in one step. A behemoth of 10,000 to 20,000 tons does not appear out of thin air. Of course, it is definitely a very luxurious thing to practice on a large warship of more than 20,000 tons.
But from another perspective, it can save a lot of time and the cost will be recovered.
Zhang Tinglan has his own calculations, and Eston also has his own ideas. The German warship has sunk into the sea for about a year. Even if it is recovered, the internal parts are severely damaged and it is impossible to use it in battle. If China is willing to ask for it, maybe it can be a favor.
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"No problem. The British side agrees in principle to provide a battleship and two other medium-sized warships. However, all transportation costs will have to be paid by China."
Zhang Tinglan also said with great satisfaction: "The cooperation of the navy will make our relationship closer. The current situation in the Far East is very bad, especially the population has been greatly reduced, with only less than one million Belarus left. If we want to maintain such a
In such a vast area, it will be difficult to reach the sky. I wonder if the United States and Britain can send troops to help them?"
When Zhang Tinglan said this, Klein and Eston shook their heads hastily. Just kidding, it's not like they haven't sent troops before, but they all got out of Russia in the end. If they continue to send troops now, wouldn't they be looking for trouble!
They also understood that Zhang Tinglan was telling them that the only one who could protect the Far East was Fengjun. Although he promised not to annex this country, China must have special powers in this country, just like the great powers in China. Even more excessive.
Klein thought for a while and said: "China has made a lot of efforts against the majority party, which is obvious to all the world. We also hope that Fengjun can always shoulder the responsibility of protecting the Far East."
"Okay, but three conditions must be met. The first is the right to garrison troops, the second is appropriate immigration rights. The third is to temporarily hand over Vladivostok and Temple Street to our management!"
These three are also fatal matters. If agreed, it is actually almost the same as direct control. With the garrison and the immigration under scrutiny, the two most critical ports for external communication have also been taken away. As the saying goes, boiling frogs in warm water
.Sooner or later, the Far East will still be in China’s possession.
The United States and Britain also wanted to refuse, but it was unjustifiable for them to provide personnel and help in the army without giving them any benefits. Therefore, Aston said: "It is completely okay for China to enjoy certain privileges in the Far East, but the British Empire also needs
Have the right to invest, do business and travel in the Far East.”
Klein also said: "The United States also means the same. We also have economic interests in the Far East and must protect them!"
Zhang Tinglan has seen through the face of the West. As long as interests are involved, he will pounce on him like a vicious dog. He sounds righteous and stern, but in fact it is all lies. They have bullshit interests in the Far East and they just want to take another bite.
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"Two ministers, I can guarantee our economic interests in the Far East, but I think you can issue a joint statement."
"What statement?" the two people asked together.
Zhang Tinglan said with a smile: "Because Fengjun played an important role in the fight against Russia, he must voluntarily give up various privileges within the three eastern provinces, including customs taxes!"
As soon as Zhang Tinglan said this, the expressions of the two men suddenly changed. After decades, the great powers have seized customs, mining, travel, missionary and other privileges in China. It is precisely because of these that they can dominate the Chinese people.
How could they be willing to give up if they want to be a blessing?
"Your Majesty the Patrol Envoy, this involves a series of treaties signed by various countries with China from the Manchu Qing Dynasty to the Republic of China. They are numerous and related to the fundamental interests in China. They must not be changed!" Eston said seriously: "I hope Fengjun
Being able to respect these rules is also the basis of our cooperation. If we abandon these, all the cooperation we just talked about will lose its meaning."
As an old empire, the British still attach great importance to colonial interests. Especially when Britain's strength has declined significantly, the British are particularly concerned about these and cannot let go. However, compared to Eston, Klein's attitude seems to be
There was some hesitation. In fact, before the negotiations, the United States had instructed Klein that when necessary, he could relax on various privileges in exchange for Fengjun's favor.
The United States' colonial interests are far inferior to those of the United Kingdom, and they have huge production capacity. If they can crack the market of the three eastern provinces, or even the entire Far East, the United States can gain more benefits and wisdom. However, at this time, the United States and Britain are standing in the same trench.
, it is impossible for him to agree alone.
Zhang Tinglan's sharp eyes have noticed Klein's hesitation. As long as the great powers are not monolithic, they have the opportunity to break through. Zhang Tinglan said with a smile: "You two, I don't want to abrogate the treaty. Besides, Britain and the United States have limited interests in the Northeast. I just
We hope to create an atmosphere of negotiation and then put pressure on Japan to force them to give up some of their interests in China, especially issues such as the garrison of troops on the South Manchuria Road. It is precisely because of the Japanese that we cannot fully deal with Russia. Dealing with the majority party is
As with all countries, Japan is no exception!"
When these two people heard Zhang Tinglan's explanation, they were a little tempted. After all, the United States, Britain and Japan were still engaged in a naval competition. They roped in Zhang Tinglan to contain the Japanese. If they could drive Japan out of Northeast China, it would be a good thing for them.
Klein and Eston looked at each other, and then said: "Okay, we will communicate with the country and try to finalize the cooperation plan as soon as possible."
After the ministers from the two countries finished talking to Zhang Tinglan, they all left one after another! Zhang Tinglan also hurriedly sent a telegram to Wang Yongjiang and Gu Weijun, requesting that the several directions discussed be turned into specific terms of exchange and to obtain as many benefits as possible.
"Commander, the benefits given up by the United States and Britain are still too few, but if we can win their support for the time being, we can deal with the Russians and create a good international environment. The gains are not small." Jiang Baili said with a smile.
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"There is only one way to make the robbers give up what they grabbed, and that is to fight! Use powerful force as a backing to wipe out all their illegal interests in China." Zhang Tinglan said: "The United Kingdom and the United States were the first to invade.
As a country like China, we just need to eat our food one bite at a time and make close and distant friendships. First it will be Russia and Japan, and then it will be the turn of Britain, the United States, France and other countries."
Yang Yuting also smiled and said: "Foreigners are all the same, and their debts to us will have to be settled sooner or later."
"Commander, something big happened!"
While Zhang Tinglan and the others were talking, Chang Yinhuai hurriedly ran to Zhang Tinglan. His forehead was covered with big beads of sweat, and his face changed color. He had never seen Chang Yinhuai so anxious. Zhang Tinglan suddenly
I felt something bad.
"What happened?"
"Commander, look at this."
As Chang Yinhuai delivered the telegram to Zhang Tinglan, Zhang Tinglan just glanced at it twice, and his eyes suddenly turned blood red. The world spun and he fell to the ground. Jiang Baili and Yang Yuting hurriedly came over and supported Zhang Tinglan.
"Idiot, what big thing happened?"
Zhang Tinglan took a deep breath for a while before regaining some consciousness. His facial features seemed to be a little displaced. He was obviously extremely angry and said through gritted teeth: "Someone poisoned my father!"
"Ah!" When Yang Yuting heard this, he was immediately shocked: "How is the commander in chief? Chang Yinhuai, what did you do? Are all the intelligence agencies eating shit? How come you can't even protect the commander's safety?
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Faced with the question, Chang Yinhuai was speechless and could only hang his head. Although Zhang Zuoxiang has been the patrol envoy of the three eastern provinces in the past two years, the old man has long been relegated to the second line, and almost all his power has been lost.
When it came into Zhang Tinglan's hands, no one expected that someone would attack Zhang Zuoxiang. It was really unexpected.
"I have to go back to Fengtian to see if anything happens to my father!"
Although Zhang Tinglan is an impostor, after getting along with him for many years, he and Zhang Zuoxiang have long been closer than his own father and son. In fact, Zhang Zuoxiang is not very old, less than fifty years old. For a political figure, he is in the prime of life.
At that time, many people older than Zhang Zuoxiang were all struggling for fame and fortune. However, Zhang Zuoxiang gave up all kinds of power and devoted himself wholeheartedly to paving the way for Zhang Tinglan to take power. This kind of thinking is not something ordinary people can do.
Although he is a biological father and son, in the face of power, many fathers and sons have become enemies, and many brothers have turned against each other. Zhang Tinglan respects his father deeply. When he heard that he was in danger, his heart suddenly became suspended and he could no longer sit still.
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Yang Yuting and Jiang Baili also felt that something was not good. Who attacked the old commander and what was the conspiracy? Once the old commander was really in danger, would the situation of Fengjun change? What direction should the war with the Russians take?
develop?
The two great think tanks became confused for a while. Zhang Tinglan reluctantly said: "The battle against the Russians will be left to Sun Anhu for the time being. Take an active defense posture and don't attack rashly. Everything will be done after I handle the matter in Fengtian."
Decide."
Zhang Tinglan looked at Yang Yuting and Jiang Fangzhen again, and then said: "Mr. Baili, you stay in Borgia and fully assist Sun Anhu. I will take Linge back to Fengtian!"
After the explanation was clear, Zhang Tinglan felt as if her heart was on fire and hurried back to Fengtian. (To be continued, please search Piaotian Literature, the novel will be better and updated faster!