Chapter 17 Jiangsu-Zhejiang-Shanghai Allied Forces
Zhenjiang Wharf.
Here comes? Here comes! A huge cheer burst out from the crowd gathered at the dock. Two gunboats emitting black smoke drove majesticly in the front, plowing the river. Behind is the Wuhe, which was originally used to serve as a patrol ship for the Qing Dynasty's naval ministers, with Yuchen's flag hanging on it. Behind is the Dengyingzhou transport ship, and a brigade of wooden ships towed by steamer.
The Chinese Suzhou-Shanghai Revolutionary Army finally arrived in Zhenjiang on November 25, 1911.
The ships slowly approached the dock, wearing five-colored Hui military caps, neat yellow uniforms, and leather boots of the Suzhou-Shanghai Revolutionary Army soldiers lined up and got off the boat one after another. In the envious eyes of the town soldiers who were welcomed, these soldiers from Shanghai were well-nutrition and well-equipped, and the bullet bags on their chests were filled with. Mules and horses were driven out of the cabin and walked down the springboard carefully. The Maxim heavy machine guns carried by the animals were wrapped in dark green gun clothes, showing off to the town soldiers with aura.
The Wuhe roar that Yuchen was riding also approached the dock. Lin Shuqing and Tao Junbao were already waiting for him there. Next to him was a young man wearing a command knife, with his horse boots higher than his knees. Listening to the loud commands of the Soviet and Shanghai officers at the dock, he was busy gathering the team. Lin Shuqing smiled bitterly at Tao Junbao: "Commander Rain has gone to Shanghai and has made a fortune immediately. If we had known, we would have gone this trip. Now that we are in a big position, we are weak, and it is really not a big deal." Tao Junbao replied coldly: "Everyone has his own fate, so we can do our duty. The Zhejiang detachment is coming soon. Our three gatherings all need Commander Rain to supplement the assistance."
While talking, Yuchen had already pulled Wu Cai and strode down the springboard with Chunfeng's face. The three of them immediately cheered up and looked at the young governor who had now become famous all over the country.
He was thicker than when he left Zhenjiang, and his face was less scholarly. He had a faint beard on his lips. His military uniform was straight, and he was wearing a military coat. The spurs in his horse boots stumbled on the springboard. Before he got close, he laughed loudly at Lin Shuqing: "Brother Songting, he has been disobeying his teachings for a long time! When he went to Shanghai last time, his brother took away several generals under Brother Songting. I won't talk about anything else when I met this time, and I will apologize first!"
When the two of them walked only one step, they saluted the military salute at the same time and shaved their hands warmly. Lin Shuqing smiled at Wu Cai behind him and said, "Nian Sun, why are you embarrassed? When I went out here, I was a team officer, and now I have become the regiment commander. I am happy for you too! We all form a coalition force together and we are working together again. What's wrong with it?"
Wu Cai forced a smile and saluted Lin Shuqing. Standing beside Yuchen, pursing his lips and not speaking. Lin Shuqing held Yuchen's hand: "Everyone is acquaintance here, and there is only one Commander Yu who has never seen him. Let me introduce it. This is the representative who will contact Zhejiang Army first, Mr. Keqiang's eldest son Comrade Huang Yiou!"
Huang Yiou smiled reservedly and saluted Yuchen. Yuchen looked at him wearing the uniform of the school official, with a square face and big ears, and had the demeanor of a noble family. He hurriedly held his hand: "I have been very grateful for it for a long time, and I have been very grateful for it for a long time! How is Mr. Ke in Wuchang now?"
This is what Yuchen is pretending to be an idiot and asked questions clearly. When Huang Xingcai arrived in Wuchang, everyone placed all hope on him. Li Yuanhong also imitated the example of Emperor Gaozu of Han on stage to worship Han Xin, and took the opportunity to promote his tent. He also sent cavalry to hold the banner of "Huang Xingdao" to tell the defenders of all directions. However, the old man's subordinates were too unsatisfied and were defeated by Feng Guozhang's Beiyang brigade, and first lost Hankou and then Hanyang. His prestige plummeted in Hubei.
Yuchen picked this topic, which really made Huang Yiou, a proud young man, unable to come to Taiwan. However, this kid was a person who had seen the world after all, so he changed the topic with ease: "My father fought repeatedly in Wuchang and was still persistent. However, it also attracted all the strong men of the Qing Dynasty. The hard battle in the middle reaches of the Yangtze River is to create opportunities for our large-scale development in the lower reaches of the Yangtze River. As a rising star of the Tongmenghui, Commander Yu should not miss this great opportunity."
This kid deliberately bit the word "ups" very seriously, and I think he was also ridiculing Yuchen, the suspicious Tongmenghui identity. Yuchen laughed and held the hands of several people and walked forward: "This is just as Brother Yiou said, the career of restoring Nanjing cannot be delayed. I, Yuchen, fought for my life and wanted to defeat Nanjing City. Even if I die, I will die under Nanjing City!"
Seeing Yuchen speaking as if he was the boss there, Lin Shuqing and Tao Junbao looked at each other and shook their heads slightly.
"This time, the Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai coalition forces united in one place. The town army had two brigades, 3,500 people. The Zhejiang army had one detachment, about four complete infantry battalions, two patrol battalions, and half an artillery battalion, and 3,200 people. Then there was Commander Yu's main force of the Suzhou-Shanghai Revolutionary Army, three infantry regiments and complete direct squads, nearly 8,000 officers and soldiers. There is no doubt that our three teams were mainly composed of Commander Yu's troops. What's more important is that the Zhejiang army has no military stations, and the town army also lacked military reserves. The assistance of our three teams depends entirely on Commander Yu's efforts. I firmly believe that Nanjing will be in its inception and the revolution will be completed. Commander Yu's position in the restoration of history will also be brilliant!"
Huang Yiou's strength analysis was extremely beautiful, and he looked at Yuchen with bright eyes. Yuchen was unmoved and was stunned. He was calculating what he had in his hands, afraid of losing a lot.
He made about 14 million yuan in Shanghai and spent 4.5 million to run a bank. Jianjun and the governor of Shanghai spent about 2 million yuan in almost a month. There were 7.5 million left, all of which were placed in several banks. Chen Qimei took over Shanghai. In addition to the supplies, the money was really gone, and he was plundering this month. His team of 10,000 yuan a month was about 150,000 yuan, and the other troops had a total of 120,000 yuan. If he could enter Nanjing as soon as possible, there would probably be a lot of developments. He started and every dollar of investment would have to be rewarded. The Zhenjun seemed to have disintegrated soon. If he used these investments to exchange for the strength of the Zhenjun, it would seem to be more cost-effective.
Thinking of this, Yuchen said with a sigh: "There is no problem, my brothers have all taken care of it. After all, I made two million yuan in Shanghai, and I don't spend it on the liberation cause. Where do I want to use it? But my brothers' troops are all paying for the liberation salary, and it may be a bit hard for everyone."
His attitude was so generous that everyone was satisfied. He immediately began to discuss the most substantial issue. What is the organization of the Jiangsu, Zhejiang and Shanghai coalition forces, and who will take the responsibility of the coalition forces? It turns out that in the history of another world that is not related to this parallel world, Xu Guqing, the commander-in-chief of the 9th Town, served as the commander-in-chief of the coalition forces under the support of Chen Qimei. In this world, Chen Qimei took over the position of governor of Shanghai, and Xu Guqing was still living in a hotel in Shanghai. Whoever became the commander of the coalition forces became the most realistic problem.
Yuchen is the strongest and has also taken over the entire army. Logically speaking, he should be the position of commander-in-chief. However, his qualifications are too shallow and he has no reputation in the country before. His subordinates really feel that they can't speak out if they want to promote him.
For a moment, in the town army headquarters, the conference group composed of officers above the battalion fell into silence. Finally, Yuchen smiled and said, "What else is there to discuss? There are so many things to do. It's not like a revolutionary army that has been bothered by the commander-in-chief for so long. I suggest that Commander Lin be the commander-in-chief of the coalition army. Brother Songting is a revolutionary predecessor, and he is also from the Biaotong. He is the most prestigious and qualified..." Seeing Lin Shuqing trying to shirk his words, Yuchen stood up, and his horse boots stomped on the blue brick floor with a crisp sound.
"Brother, let's just settle it! You may think it's hard for me to arrange it. To be honest, whether it's military strength or logistics, there are the largest and largest brothers here. Brothers recommend themselves as the deputy commander of the coalition forces, and the general military supplies of the coalition forces are also placed in the brother's deputy commander. This is the best of both worlds. What do you think?"
Lin Shuqing was a little distracted, and it was even more pretentious to say whether it was right or not. Huang Yiou stood up: "Our Zhejiang Army supports this decision! It's great that Commander Lin is the commander-in-chief of the coalition army. Commander Yu is arduous and he is fulfilling his responsibilities!"
Tao Junbao also stood up and nodded: "Indeed, there is no time to discuss these issues now. Putting up the airs earlier, we will discuss how to attack Nanjing!"
Chapter completed!