1908 Far East Maniac Chapter 157 Division Commander

It is said that the Revolutionary Guards are not strong in combat. But Bi is the commander-in-chief personally formed a reserve armed force. It is also the power of the commander-in-chief. The mystery of this is not for outsiders.

Seeing that the staff officers were dismissive of the Revolutionary Guards. Zhao Bei smiled faintly. said: "Don't underestimate the Revolutionary Guards. I single-handedly assembled this force. Although their combat effectiveness is not strong. But it's okay to fight a tailwind. Now we don't have enough military spending. There are not too many regular troops. In the future, we will have more money for the military. This is a ready-made reserve. Don't take advantage of the moment to pull them out to practice. How to improve their combat effectiveness? According to the current military system. A soldier of the A division is paid five oceans a month. The monthly salary of the second division is two yuan. The Revolutionary Guards were paid only half an ocean. Such an army is not struggling. ”

"Now the reserves are insufficient. The deployment of the Revolutionary Guards can also be regarded as an emergency measure. In the opinion of the Commander-in-Chief. How many brigades will be transferred to reinforce Tian Zhenbang? Jiang Fangdao.

"Transfer four brigades first. Make up 10,000 people. Become a temporary editor. asked Zhang Zhenwu to be the division commander. ”

As one of the "three martial arts" of the Xinhai Revolution. Zhang Zhenwu, who was born as a teacher, studied in the country. Studying Law and Politics. After the rise of the revolutionary army. Interrupt your studies and return to your home country. Surrendered in Wuhan. But because he was nearly four years old. The Republican Army's recruiting office dared to ask for it. He was sent to the Revolutionary Guards. I made an paperwork. Later, the Political Propaganda Committee recruited speakers. This person registers for the exam. Zhao Bei accidentally flipped through the roster. The name "Zhang Zhenwu" was discovered. He was ordered to be brought and questioned. Identify the person. So he was immediately promoted to the rank of captain of the Revolutionary Guards. He was in charge of a troop of 2,500 men. Originally. Zhao Bei fought for a while to transfer Zhang Wu to the republican army. and entrusted with important tasks. But later it turned out that this person was too conceited. And I'm too obsessed with forming small groups. Within a few days of working in the Revolutionary Guards, he formed his own small group. This kind of behavior is forbidden in the IRA - plus his Confederate background. Zhao Bei finally gave up his original plan. Or put him in the Revolutionary Guards. to see the after-effects.

This time, Zhang Zhen was appointed as the interim division commander. It was the commander-in-chief who put him to the test. If the battle is well fought. Just let him stay in the army. If the battle is not good, he will be transferred out of the army and sent to the party to become a political official or judge. It's just the right time to make the most of your talents. "Zhang Wu didn't study the army, so he was the division commander. It doesn't seem right. No. How many more staff adjutants from the staff department will assist him? Jiang Fangzhen reminded.

"Baili. You don't know that Zhang Zhenwu's xìng is conceited and he doesn't know how to listen to the staff officer. The pie is also white. ”

Lan Wei shook her head as she spoke. No one dares to reuse such subordinates. Because no one knows whether this kind of subordinate will give his boss a "will be killed" at a critical time. So even the commander-in-chief hid this person for a long time. It seems that he wants to sharpen his sharpness. Lan Tianwei was very puzzled. I really don't understand why the commander-in-chief promoted this instructor Zhang like a rocket in the first place.

"The revolution needs staff officers." Zhao Bei also shook his head.

The staff officers of the Republican Army are not enough, and the guards naturally can't take care of it. The Revolutionary Guards were originally a special unit set up in Zhaobei, and what they paid attention to was that the commander-in-chief said nothing about it. There is not much need for containment. Zhang Zhenwu's xìng grid. It is most suitable to lead such a unit. You're welcome. This kind of troops are meant to be consumed. Consume firepower with troops.

Since it is a consumable. You don't have to send jīng Rui to go. Zhao Bei deliberately selected four life guards that were not strong in combat. Most of the soldiers were from the Sichuan Hui Party. The gangsterism is very heavy. Most of these people will become bandits when they are discharged. It's better to disappear in war.

This method is indeed a bit risky.

A traverser. To integrate social resources. All means must be used. Even if it's yīn sinister and cunning. On top of this. There is nothing to be said about kindness and morality. Because this in itself is a gamble. The bet is on the fortunes of the country. Fight is a net worth. Tiger no.

The staff officers didn't think as much as Zhao Bei. The commander-in-chief assigned the task. Immediately start researching the diagram against it. Counsel for state campaigns.

The commander-in-chief was not idle. While the staff officer is studying the battle plan. Accompanied by Bai Wenwei, he inspected the troops.

On the way to the state campaign and the subsequent westward march. Bai Wenwei showed sè. He is the commander of the first division. If it weren't for Cai Jimin's travel, he would have also behaved the same. Perhaps Bai Wenwei's letter of appointment has been sent a few days ago.

Bai Wenwei is a member of the League. Cai Jimin was promoted by the Qunzhi Society. In a sense. None of them are Zhao Bei's "intimate people". So. Zhao Bei still has some concerns. The descendants of the troops are still handed over to their own people to rest assured. Jiang Fangzhen did not join any organization. It was the commander-in-chief again. Favored. It is said that he is the best candidate for the division commander. But the foundation in the army is too shallow. And there is no merit. It's hard to convince the public. Otherwise. The question of the selection of the commander of the first division will not give the commander-in-chief such a headache.

Many of the senior officers of the IRA were Confederate or Restoration cadres. Since the promulgation of Zhao Bei's "Harmony Order". The middle and lower ranks of the army all withdrew from the political organization. But some of the high-ranking officers were not affected. Before the current affairs preacher really became the soul of the grassroots company. It is inappropriate to force these officers out of the organization. So. Zhao Bei has been holding back.

Now the commander-in-chief has only been in control of the troops for a few months. There is still some way to go to turn the Republican Army into the "Zhao Army". Sometimes "forbearance" is also a virtue.

"Brigadier Bai. Division Commander Jiang intended to resign as commander of the First Division. In your opinion. Who should replace you? ”

See the Commander-in-Chief for a question. Bai Wenwei hesitated. He said: "It is better for the commander-in-chief to make an arbitrary decision on this matter. It is inconvenient for the job department to be placed. ”

Zhao Bei nodded. Take the people into the city. Glancing at the barracks outside the city. said: "Brigadier Bai. You are very good at leading troops. Master Jiang was full of praise. What he meant. It is for you to take over the position of the division commander. ”

Bai Wenwei hurriedly said: "The department is ashamed to be the division commander is falsely praised." ”

"Brigadier Bai. Your cousin is Liewu? ”

"Yes." Bai Wenwei couldn't figure out the commander-in-chief's thoughts. I had to try to - talk.

"Liewu. I'm going to put you in command of the 1st Division. From now on. You are the commander of the 1st Division. Now the 2nd Division is rushing in from Hubei for reinforcements. The 2nd Division arrived. The 1st and 2nd divisions were merged into a single echelon regiment. Ji Liangxuan (Ji Yulin) is the head of the ladder, and you are his deputy. I hope you are united in sincerity. Strive together for the republican industry. ”

Zhao Bei finally made up his mind. As for Jiang Fangzhen. Or hurry up and let him prepare a regular military academy. For the commander-in-chief of the line of generals. Fight the world. You can't do it without cronies. Talent. It is the most important regardless of the era.

After the review, the troops have gone dark, and the night voyage on the Sichuan River is an adventure. Zhao Bei decided to stay in Jiangjin for one night.

Originally. The commander-in-chief planned to take his staff officers to the grassroots company for dinner. But Bai Wenwei has ordered someone to prepare a sumptuous banquet. Considering that I really haven't had much tooth sacrifice since I entered the river. The commander-in-chief gladly accepted the invitation of Division Commander Bai, took the officers of the staff department to the brigade headquarters, and dined in the county office that served as the brigade headquarters.

It's a small party though. But the Sichuan cuisine chefs here are still good. The Commander-in-Chief was overjoyed. It's a lot of fun. It's just that Jiang Fangzhen suffered. There are few chopsticks on the table full of Sichuan food

It was a layer of red oil floating on the hot pot that made him frown.

Satiated. Satisfied, he left the brigade headquarters with the staff officers, and when he stepped out, the commander-in-chief was still reminiscing about the Sichuan-style hot pot.

"Baili, you don't dare to eat spicy. You can be regarded as a taste of the deliciousness of this Sichuan cuisine. ”

Seeing the commander-in-chief teasing him, Jiang Fangzhen could only smile bitterly and shake his head.

"I'm from Zhejiang. It's not as good as your Hubei. It's good that "Huguang filled Sichuan" back then. This Sichuan person is counted as half of Hubei. Your tastes are not far apart. That's true. ”

"Huguang fills Sichuan. Among the people who went to Sichuan, there were also Hunan people. The taste of our Hubei people is still far from that of Sichuan people. Actually, I was spicy enough just now. Don't you see me drinking tea all the time? But the head office is not afraid of spicy. It's very impressive. Lan Tianwei then interjected.

"Where. Where. Speaking of Hunan people. It's also very spicy, but it's not necessarily because of the taste. "Spicy instead of salty". Some people can't afford to eat official salt. I can't buy private salt. I had to eat with chili peppers. Taking a bite of chili peppers and eating half a bowl of rice is also a way for Xiaomin to make do with rìzi. ”

Speaking of salt, ask. Zhao Zhengyù took this opportunity to talk to his subordinates about the salt politics in southern Sichuan. Without waiting for him to extend the topic. Bai Wenwei, who had been following a few people, suddenly took a few steps forward. He raised his hand and pointed to a yamen on the side of the street. said: "That is the original Yamen of the Salt Transportation Bureau. It has now been converted into an officer's quarters. Yesterday, the special operations battalion just arrived in Jiangjin. Now Battalion Commander Zhu and Staff Officer Liu live there. ”

"He's in Jiangjin? Let's go and see the bald soldiers. "Zhao Bei is not surprised. He sent special operations battalions to reconnoiter everywhere. But they were not given any clear instructions. Only the time of their return to chóngqìng was set. In fact, his intention was to take the opportunity to train his troops. There is no military doctrine from the great powers to learn from in this special operation. The commander-in-chief was just pointing in a general direction. The rest is purely up to the special operations battalion to figure it out on its own.

Take your subordinates into the Yanyun Ya. Just in time for the officers to eat with bowls in their hands. In order not to disturb the officers' dinner. The Commander-in-Chief sat in a holding room. discussed the issue of salt politics with Jiang Fangzhen, Lan Tianwei and others. I guess the officers have finished eating. Only then did Bai Wenwei send someone to call the commander of the special operations battalion and the general staff officer to speak.

Zhu Daniu and Liu Gengchūn soon arrived at the signing room. And also brought a vote of people.

"They are all revolutionaries. I heard that the commander-in-chief arrived in Jiangjin. And it came with a piece. I want to shake hands with the Commander-in-Chief. Talk. "Zhu Daniu didn't talk nonsense. After standing up and saluting. He raised his hand and pointed to those standing outside the door.

Liu Geng chūn presented a list. Outside the main gate, the gang worshipped. Although somewhat rudimentary. But the name on the post was of great interest to the Commander-in-Chief.

"Don't be there. Come in and talk. Zhao Bei stood up. Greet those waiting outside the door.

Wait for those people to walk into the signing room. The commander-in-chief shook hands with them.

"Who among you is Zhang Liewu?"

A young man in his thirties said: "Under Zhang Peijue. "Strange in my heart. I don't know why the commander-in-chief specifically asked himself.

"Then it says. Cadres of your Alliance? Fortunately. Fortunately. The last time Comrade Xiong Jinfan (Xiong Kewu) went to Wuhan, he mentioned you. I don't want to meet here. It's also fate. You are a member of the League. I am a member of the light. Although different revolutionary organizations. But the goal of the revolution is the same. That was to overthrow the Manchu dynasty. Set up the Republic of China. Fight for the rise of China! Zhao Bei also sighed in his heart. It has been less than half a year since we traveled to this era. He has known too many historical figures. Zhang Peijue in front of him was also a famous figure in the Xinhai Revolution. News of the Wuchang uprising reached Sichuan. chóngqìng was then restored. The Shu army was established. The governor of the army zhèngfǔ is him. Later, the Sichuan Army was established. and he willingly dwelt under men. Be the deputy governor. The upper part of the mind is broad-minded. With the temperament of a true revolutionary. That's why. Yuan Shikai transferred him away from the mountain. Transferred to Beijing as a consultant. Later, he was shot by order of President Yuan. It is very similar to the ending of Zhang Zhenwu, the first righteous father of Wuchang.

"That's what the commander-in-chief said. Revolutionaries belong to different organizations. But the goal is the same. It's all for the sake of a strong country. National interest. ”

"How did you get together with the special operations battalion?"

Listen to the commander-in-chief ask. Zhang Peijue sighed. What happened in Tongliang will be briefly recounted.

At that time, several of them tried to instigate an uprising of the Hui Party in Tongliang. was dispersed by a group of officials. Zhang Peijue and four other revolutionaries were captured by the officials. Escorted to Tongliang County. If it weren't for the special operations battalion, they would have saved them. I'm afraid that they are already hanging in front of the government. Later, the special operations battalion took the sheep and made trouble in Tongliang County. Zhang Peijue and others participated in the matter. After that, he followed the special operations battalion to the south. Go overland first. After taking the waterway. When he arrived in Jiangjin, the commander-in-chief went to Jiangjin to inspect. It is known that the commander-in-chief has arrived. The revolutionaries of these Leagues came to see the Commander-in-Chief.

"I see. All the way. There are quite a few revolutionary comrades who, like you, instigated an uprising in response to the Republican Army. Some died for the revolution. Some waited until the IRA arrived. Now he is a revolutionary officer. The uprising you have instigated is not a failure. Because it allows the officials to see clearly the hearts of the people. It is conducive to urging those who vacillate to turn to the revolution. You have also made immortal contributions to the revolution! ”

The commander-in-chief praised several people. Tell the guards to prepare their seats for tea. Don't wait for these alliances to come over. A picture was laid out on the table.

"Brother Lie. You just said that you rushed to Tongliang from Chengdu Prefecture. So does your alliance still have the strength in Chengdu? In a word. Can you instigate another armed uprising in Chengdu? Zhao Bei asked.

Zhang Peijue stood up. Walk to the table. Looking at the picture, he said: "After the rise of the revolutionary army." Zhao Erxun stepped up the clearance of the township. There are five families and one guarantee in Chengdu. Five guarantees and one first. Day and night patrols. Even Brother Pao didn't dare to blatantly show the shelf. I want to instigate an uprising in Chengdu City. Basically, it's no longer possible. But if the revolutionary army moves quickly. In the near future, it is close to Chengdu Prefecture. There was no problem in instigating a party uprising in the countryside of Chengdu. The key is the instrument. If there are enough foreign guns. There will never be a situation in which a few dozen officials will disperse thousands of parties. ”

"That's ...... Then wait. The revolutionary forces cannot be wasted needlessly. ”

Zhao Bei was a little regretful. He had planned to instigate a large-scale uprising in Chengdu. Knock on the mountain and shake the tiger. prompted Zhao Erxun to change his position. Stop the war as soon as possible. But now it seems. The power of the League is obviously limited. It relies on a bunch of people who take money to work. It doesn't make any climate.

"Although Chengdu cannot instigate an uprising. But the alliance will still have some power in southern Sichuan. Especially in the area of Jiading Mansion and Xuzhou Prefecture. It is produced in Sichuan salt. There are many salt merchants. There are also many boat gangs. The pressure of the government has always been fierce. In the previous paragraph, there was news from the south of the river. Said to instigate an uprising. But it doesn't seem to be quiet now. Maybe he was also waiting for the revolutionary army to arrive. ”

See the loneliness of the commander-in-chief. Zhang Peijue reminded.

Zhao Bei thought about it for a moment. This proposal is somewhat risky. After all, the revolutionary forces in southern Sichuan were united by the Alliance. And the well salt of that side is an important strategic goal of this westward expedition. It can't fall into the hands of someone else.