Chapter 582 Wine Banquet on Changxing Island--
Originally, Liang Pengfei felt that it was not necessary to rebuild the fort here for the time being, because he trusted his subordinates and his navy, but he was strongly opposed by everyone except the navy. It was agreed that if the capital was to be built at the mouth of the Yangtze River, then, in addition to the strong navy, the land base Protection work is also necessary, and it is also necessary, because many people still clearly remember the fleet brought by the British envoy. Although they closed the door at the mouth of the Pearl River in Guangdong, they also caused heavy losses to the Fujian sailors. After that, they crossed the lower reaches of the Yangtze River, teasing the Qingzheng axe, and finally had to sign. That treaty.
In the end of the dispute, the navy also had to agree with the opinions of most people, so the Wusongkou Fort Group became the first problem to be solved by Jiandu Jiading in the shortest time.
The new capital Jiading has begun construction in the north of the old city of Jiading. After many studies and discussions, coupled with the requirements of Liang Pengfei, the old Liang family's construction team has built countless new towns in Nanyang, and has gained a lot of rich experience. Therefore, the construction of Jiading New City is under guarantee. In the case of ancient Chinese architectural styles, a large number of modern concrete casting technology can not only save costs, but also shorten the construction period. The important thing is that it can also prevent fire.
At present, the number of workers involved in the construction of Jiading Xindu has reached an unprecedented 150,000, and various ground and underground facilities have been in full swing. It is believed that in the near future, the general, the miniature version of the palace and the political axe can be opened.
In addition, the news that the cable telegram has been successful has reached Liang Pengfei's ears in the shortest time. Liang Pengfei immediately issued an order to put the construction of the cable telegraph on the schedule. With this kind of communication tool that far exceeds the communication level of this era, then Liang Pengfei does not need You have to worry that this emerging empire is like those ancient dynasties. It will take a month or even two or three months for a decree to be transmitted to remote areas, and the transfer and command of the army will become faster.
Nowadays, the territory of the empire has far exceeded that of the Han and Tang Dynasties, and the Zhongnan Peninsula has almost entered it, and even reached India further. If there is a cable telegram, India, Xinjiang, the East, or more distant places, if something big happens, Liang Pengfei can know in Jiading at the first time. Not only is it conducive to the rule and unity of the country, but more importantly, the order of the whole empire will make unprecedented progress.
When he thought of the day, maybe what happened in the new continent could be known in Jiading at the same time. Liang Pengfei felt that the research institutes on Crab King Island had made great contributions.
Of course, the research of radio and telegraph will also be mentioned, but Liang Pengfei doesn't know much about that thing. Although he has repaired that kind of thing in later generations, after all, he is engaged in arms trading, not a mobile communication businessman, so at most he knows why, and can only give it to those research institute personnel. He put forward an idea of electromagnetic waves and the use of electromagnetic waves for communication. As for how to transmit and receive electromagnetic waves, Liang Pengfei knows nine tricks, but he still can't get through.
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"The concrete shore gun group building will be built here first. As for the artillery, according to your instructions, you have decided to use the most advanced reloaded reloading mechanism. However, the rear gun can only be cast up to 64 pounds at present, and there is no way to cast a larger caliber for the time being." Next to him, Ni Ming was admiring the hot construction site and told Liang Pengfei about the relevant situation of Wu Songkou Fort.
"However, the range of our 64-pounder gun in the back is more than ten miles. If the Wusongkou fort group, the Baoshan Island fort and the Chongming Island fort are equipped with such heavy artillery, then it is easy to block the entire Yangtze River estuary." Speaking of this, Ni Ming couldn't help but be a little proud, and his eyes looking at Liang Pengfei were more admirable. Others may not know it, but Ni Ming was very clear that this kind of artillery was required and designed by Liang Pengfei. During the Battle of Yanjing City, although this kind of artillery could only fire 16 pounds of shells at that time.
However, their high-frequency rate of fire and the range far above the mortar make everyone understand that although the mortar is still an irreplaceable infantry gun, if this kind of rapid-fire gun is used in the hands of the army and navy, although it is inferior to the mortar, it far exceeds The rate of fire of the fore-suffoper, its ultra-long range, more accurate hit rate, and greater destructive power than the mortar, will make it a nightmare in the hearts of all enemies, which is a blessing for Chinese soldiers.
" By the way, the casting of all the forezzle guns was stopped two months ago, right?" Liang Pengfei finally glanced at Wu Song, who was gradually moving away from his sight, and turned his head to ask the people around him.
"Yes, the head of state. Two months ago, the casting of the fore-meat gun has been stopped. In addition to the Crab King Island Artillery Factory, two rapid-fire gun factories built in Hong Kong and Annan last year have been completed. At present, a large number of skilled craftsmen have been sent from the Crab King Island Artillery Factory to these two factories to guide production. I believe Within two to three years, our country's artillery will be able to be replaced with rapid-fire guns.
"The first 20 rapid-fire guns, ten machine guns and a large amount of ammunition produced by the Crab King Island Cannon Factory have all been shipped. Now that the time is calculated, it should have arrived in Hawaii. You can arrive in the New World in a month at the latest. After Wang Jing reported, someone next to him raised new questions to Liang Pengfei. The head of state, we have all seen the power of machine guns. Now that there are many crises in the New World, we should increase their strength. The rapid-fire guns have been handed over to them 20. Why are there only ten machine guns?
"Do you think I don't want to? But ammunition, do you know how terrible the bullets consumed by the machine gun are? When it comes to Liang Pengfei, he feels upset. The machine gun is even more terrible than that there is no tank and no flying war. Its spitting fire tongue is simply the sickle of death. In the battle of Yanjing, the machine gun showed its magic, which not only scared those officers and soldiers in the Qing Dynasty, but also shocked all the people at the scene. .
But the problem is that this thing is really too expensive for his mother. In that battle, ten machine guns consumed nearly 40,000 bullets in just about ten minutes, and Liang Pengfei was so distressed that he scolded his mother repeatedly.
Although weapons factories have been established in the New World, Liang Pengfei doesn't want to expose a lot of things to people's vision. Therefore, the weapons factories in the New World still produce flaircraft guns and front-suff guns.
The ammunition of machine guns can only be replenished by long-distance transoceanic transportation. Therefore, ten machine guns, in Liang Pengfei's view, have at least met the current needs. After all, now, the biggest enemy in the United States is still the British in northern Canada. It is unlikely that they will transfer troops on a large scale to the west coast across the New World to find trouble. However, the disturbance and friction of medium and small appearance are inevitable, and ten machine guns are completely enough to deal with such a scene. If more, then the machine gun is not even as good as one. The fire of the bayonet is useful.
Just as a few people were bragging, the ship had arrived at the wharf of Changxing Island. Liang Pengfei will meet those Western colonial envoys who came to congratulate Liang Pengfei on overthrowing the Qing Dynasty and became the supreme ruler of the Chinese Empire on Changxing Island.
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"Dear Villa, it's nice to see you again, my friend. I didn't expect that after only a few months of separation, we would meet again in this land. And you, Your Excellency Governor Marcello, how are you doing in India? The beach there is very famous. Liang Peng flew off the ship and walked straight to the Western envoys who came to greet him, greeting him easily.
Here, almost all the envoys of European countries are included, and the father of little stunton, now the British stundon, is also on the list.
After greeting these Western diplomats one by one, under the personal guidance of Liang Pengfei, he came to a viewing platform on the side of Changxing Island near the Yangtze River and sat down.
While enjoying the beautiful scenery, the flatterers of the Western envoys patted Liang Pengfei vigorously as if they were free. Liang Pengfei smiled in his heart, but on the surface, he seemed to enjoy such a scene very much.
Soon, a banquet for these Western colonists had begun. Just as these Westerners who were coveted with Eastern food tried to suppress their appetite and maintain their gentlemanly demeanor, Liang Pengfei brought up a glass of wine: "It makes me very happy that you can come. May I Our friendship can last forever. Come on, cheers."
"It's an honor for everyone present to be your friend." Van Persie, the chief staff of the Governor-General of the Netherlands, stood up and saluted Liang Pengfei respectfully.
"Yes, the East will become stronger under your leadership." Another envoy stood up and motioned to Liang Pengfei to bring a cup.
After drinking all the fine wine in the glass, Liang Pengfei's eyes fell on Edmund, a member of the Supervisory Committee of the British East India Company. On Viscount Burke, beside him sat Lord Macartney, a British diplomat who had stayed in the East for two years, and the British envoy who had completed his diplomatic mission and returned to the East with the decision of the British King and Parliament.
Finally, his eyes fell on the oily Viscount Edmund, who seemed to be smiling all the time. Dear Viscount Edmund, congratulations on becoming the chairman of the new British East India Company Oversight Committee.
"In addition, I have a question, Mr. President, about what is happening in India at present, oh no, and Myanmar, or Siam. Well, of course, there may be many countries or regions that I don't know. Please forgive me. My intelligence department has summarized There is a lot of news about this, and a lot of evidence points to a country..." Liang Pengfei picked up a napkin and wiped his mouth, showing a gentle and reserved smile to the Viscount Edmund.
(to be continued)