8 Army Aviation Section
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Nikola Tesla's words were resounding.
Edison could use his power to discredit him and suppress him, but he couldn't change the achievements he had made.
To put it mildly, it wasn't Edison who really defeated Tesla, but his own character.
He spends Morgan's money inappropriately, and what he makes cannot be immediately converted into profit.
Morgan was angry with him and divested and held him accountable, which is the reason why Tesla has been in a slump since then.
But is Morgan to blame for this?
It's no wonder that businessmen invest in scientific research for profit, what's wrong with that?
Who is full of food to raise a scourge of lightning fireworks when nothing happens, and it can easily cause large-scale power outages in urban areas.
You must know that Morgan invested a full $150,000 in Tesla.
This money was worth about $60 million in later generations, and the purchasing power was not the same at the time.
In terms of the daily wage of American workers at the time.
At that time, their daily wage was only 0.5-1 US dollars.
By 1914, when the Ford factory wage had risen to the top $5, the average worker in other companies was still paid no more than $2 a day.
Tesla couldn't afford to pay back the money in a short period of time, and his scattered technology tree prospects also lost the trust of investors, and Edison took the opportunity to fall into it, which is the truth of Tesla's sinking.
To put it mildly, Tesla has talent, losers are also powerful, and the future is dark.
But that's all in the past.
Because the New Rome Group has solved Morgan's prosecution and repression for him.
After removing this biggest trouble, Tesla's reputation has been established.
That being the case.
When the Tesla beeped, the Wright brothers' faces darkened.
Because they can't afford to mess with him, because this is a real inventor!
Even if he has a mixed reputation, he is still a figure that they can look up to!
Seeing this, Lieutenant Said hurriedly said: "Mr. Nikolai, please forgive our presumptuousness, we did not mean to look down on you. ”
Tom Hagen also said, "Nikolai, take your breath." ”
As a result, the goods suddenly turned around: "I am not just for myself, and the credibility of His Excellency Charlie is beyond doubt." ”
Said had no choice but to say: "We don't mean that either, and I have long admired the legend of Lord Charlie." ”
Selder's remark is not a false boast.
In fact, he was able to come here after receiving the telegram, mainly because of Charlie's reputation.
Because he learned about many things Han Huaiyi did through his friends who purchased Zippo, such as the renovation of the Ford factory, such as the establishment of the Pacific shipping route, and the reputation of the bloody Shanghai Emperor.
Most importantly, he resolved Morgan's debt for Tesla! Morgan even agreed.
This means that Morgan acknowledges his credibility!
So Sauld had to take the matter seriously, even if he felt in his heart that the flying machine was not so easy to get, he had to make a trip.
At this time, Han Huaiyi walked over.
Wearing a leather jacket and jeans today, he looked very trendy, and he heartily stretched out his hand to Said: "Lieutenant, I heard that you are the planner of the Army Aviation Section. ”
"Yes, Mr. Charlie."
"Then you're in for a good trip." Han Huaiyi said.
Said felt a force in his concise words, and he quickly squeezed Han Huaiyi's hand vigorously: "I'm looking forward to it, Your Excellency." ”
What he didn't expect was that Han Huaiyi suddenly said: "I feel your sincerity, in this case, Mr. Said, are you interested, I want to share with you the glory of the first public flight of mankind!" ”
Said was stunned for a moment, and Han Huaiyi stared at his eyes: "Trust me!" You'll appreciate me! ”
The momentum of this thing is too strong when it comes to doing things.
His leadership and infectious power are indeed incomparable, and Syald is not a weak person, he can't even parry in front of him, he is actually excited, he said: "Really? Are you really willing to share this glory with me? ”
Han Huaiyi thought to himself, if I don't pull you, how can I exert direct influence on the US Army through you.
But what this guy said was, "I reserved seats for our honored guests at the beginning of the design!" Why else would I want Tom to invite you? ”
Han Huaiyi then turned his head and instructed Tom: "Get a leather coat for the lieutenant, and inform the emcee and reporters that Selder of the US Army Aviation Department will enjoy flying with me, and let the people cheer for such a warrior!" ”
He's running errands, and Tom, who understands his strategic arrangement, must carry out orders.
He immediately said, "Yes, Your Excellency." ”
"Nikolai, go for the final check-up before take-off, and entrust the safety of me and Lieutenant Said to you."
"Yes, Your Excellency." Tesla immediately became docile.
Seeing this, Henry Ford couldn't do anything to stop him, he could only helplessly huddle with Victor and wait together.
After they left, Said said half complimentarily and half sincerely: "Charlie, I feel that Mr. Tesla is like the Merlin mage next to King Arthur. ”
Han Huaiyi laughed: "No, he is the wings of my dreams!" ”
He then said to the Wright brothers: "I'm sorry for Nikolai's faux pas. I've admired the reputation of both of them for a long time, and if I can, how about we talk when the flight is over? ”
The Wright brothers, who had only eaten the Great Magician Ranks, did not dare to slack off in the face of the Lord's invitation, and they hurriedly said, "Okay, Mr. Charlie. ”
This is the end of the little turmoil.
When the Wright brothers were also invited to the viewing platform, Han Huaiyi looked at their backs with some emotion, and he asked Said: "Lieutenant, how is their flying machine doing now?" ”
"No plane looks gorgeous and elaborate without yours, that's all I know at the moment." Said truthfully.
He's telling the truth, the TC001 that shimmers with the light of industrial technology is so exquisite, it's a complete work of art.
In terms of appearance, Han Huaiyi has won more than one step over the Wright Brothers' handicraft workshop products.
To his surprise again, Han Huaiyi said: "But no matter what, they are also one of the pioneers of this great cause." ”
Han Huaiyi was telling the truth, the Wright brothers' later actions were disgusting, but their pioneering spirit was admirable, and as a person with a conscience, Han Huaiyi even felt a little guilty when facing them, because he relied on cheating to rob them of their honor.
And his attitude touched Selder, who is a friend of the Wright brothers.
He felt that Charlie really lived up to his reputation.
At this time, the master of ceremonies began to announce today's flyer, the famous fat man Roger, a member of the family from the Sailor's Bar on Fifth Avenue, elongated his tone with his abundant lung capacity, and read out Han Huaiyi's full name in English: E. Charlie Victor Corleone!