The Iron and Steel Frenzy of the Republic of China

"Yingmi ghost animals are really unreliable! They want to regain control of Asia, and their hearts are damnable!"

The angry roar spit out from Hideki Tojo's mouth with saliva spit, swaying in the cramped cabinet meeting room, stabbing the heads of the other ministers and participants, and many people frowned, thinking If you don't listen, you can't avoid it.

However, they agreed with what Senior Soldier Tojo said. The bad intentions of Britain and the United States were clearly revealed.

Prime Minister Konoe Fumimaro, who was put on stage as a mascot, kept a straight face and said nothing, even though the two armies below him spat at each other and didn't raise any opinions. Anyway, no one listened to what he said, especially here At the juncture of life and death, if a word is wrong, it may become the target of the angry junior officers to vent their anger, and it is very likely that they will be hacked to death with knives.

General Sugiyama Moto frowned, and rarely expressed a positive view on Hideki Tojo's opinion. He had to admit that although that guy was unreliable most of the time, he was surprisingly insightful this time, hitting the nail on the head!

Seeing that the people in the navy were accidentally injured by his map cannon, they couldn't help jumping up and retorting. The conference room was about to become a vegetable market where nothing could be discussed. Don't mention your opinions! The most important thing now is to determine what we should do under the influence of Yingmi's national policy!"

People have made it clear that the horses and chariots are intended to be used by Japan as a spearhead. They have already boarded a pirate ship, and there is no way to hide. The only way to think about how to gain the greatest benefit for the country in the confrontation is what ministers should do. Make the right choice.

Minister of the Navy Yoshida Zengo deliberately expressed his position in a low and slow tone: "The navy must fight the Chinese army to the end! In two months, our new ship will be repaired. At that time, we can implement the scheduled decisive battle plan! At least Open up a smooth sea route for the empire to advance! In the past few months, we will also carry out resolute operations to break diplomatic relations, even if the last ship is exhausted, it must be done!"

Hideki Tojo snorted contemptuously: "You can only do this! The fleet built with the empire's 50 years of capital is so ruined, I am really sorry for the billions of people and His Majesty the Emperor's entrustment!"

Yoshida Zengo ignored him with a cold face.Hai Hai was beaten up inexplicably, and he didn't even know what the murderer looked like.How aggrieved and aggrieved he was, completely disgraced Yamato and the nation, and he couldn't justify it.

But I can't help it.Onishi Takijiro said angrily: "How good is the army? You are about to lose Manchuria, how will the empire's landing plan be completed by then? Don't you need an explanation?!"

Prince Zairen of the Palace of Xianyuan got dizzy when he heard this, and shouted angrily: "Stop arguing! Gentlemen, can you confirm the hostile attitude and plan to use force from Yingmi and other countries towards China? This is related to the survival of the empire!"

Sugiyama Moto said in an unquestionable tone: "That's no problem! The British have already made an action plan to send troops from India and attack the southwest of China through Burma; the French promised to attack Guangxi from Vietnam to contain their forces in the third theater; The main force of the Pacific Fleet will be used to contain the Chinese navy, and when necessary, the air force will be dispatched to offset China's advantages. And the Russians will also advance from the Far East to the south, and it is inevitable to melon branch again!"

"Then you can rest assured! However, before their mobilization is in place, the empire needs to resolutely withstand the attack of the Chinese. Now, the Kwantung Army is struggling. Do you have any good suggestions?"

Prince Zairen of Xianyuan Palace looked around the audience expectantly, but most of them immediately put on a thoughtful expression and shut up.

Just when he was about to be disappointed.Hideki Tojo shouted again: "I think! The recent Kwantung Army's inappropriate strategy has directly led to its current passivity! Blindly defending against China's operations will not work. We must launch a resolute campaign against the cities that they need to fully protect. Attack! Places like Beiping and Tianjin can be bombed!"

As soon as this statement came out, the faces of most of the audience changed drastically!Each of them stared at the Mr. Big Mouth with hellish eyes, and some wished they could rush up and slap him twice first to relieve their hatred!

General Sugiyama Yuan couldn't help frowning, and said with patience: "This... I'm afraid it's not right! There is a foreign concession in Tianjin, and Beiping is the ancient capital of a thousand years. If there is a bombing, it will lead to very serious consequences!"

You don't need to say it out loud, you know that if Tianjin is bombed, the foreign devils will be offended, and Peking will be bombed?That is to force the Chinese people to die endlessly!

Hideki Tojo was completely fearless, and said carelessly: "In order to ensure the stability of the foundation of the empire. It doesn't matter if some Chinese people are jealous! The Westerners in Tianjin have almost retreated, and a few accidental injuries can be counted on the heads of the Chinese people. ! For the great benefit of the future, that little sacrifice, I believe they are understandable!"

No need to think, this thing is absolutely unreliable!Everything is used in reasoning and fiction. Isn't it good to play military affairs like this?

Prince Xianyuan Gong had to interrupt him: "What kind of help does the Kwantung Army need now to completely stop the attack of the Chinese Army?"

Hideki Tojo was clear about it, and he opened his mouth and said, "More fast fighters, more long-range cannons! More ammunition!"

Is this equivalent to talking in vain?Sugiyama Moto sighed secretly, and said: "It's better to confess our difficulties to Yingmi! If they want us to delay China, they must pay enough price! Especially the United States, should provide the empire with sufficient funds and weapons, at least the same as the United Kingdom. treatment, they will agree to this!"

"Then it's decided!" Prince Xianyuan said decisively and earnestly, "It's about the safety of the empire, please make concerted efforts and work together! I believe that difficulties are temporary, as long as the most difficult stage has passed , we will usher in a brighter future!"

The new Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yosuke Matsuoka, who had been silent for a long time, suddenly said: "I suggest that the empire should not completely reject the alliance between Germany and Italy! According to our observations, Germany's victory over the British and French forces is inevitable and fast. After that Maybe soon, Germany will be able to occupy the whole of Europe and become the most powerful force in the world! And if the empire wants to get rid of the shackles of Britain and the United States, it also needs the help of external forces, I think. Maintaining a close relationship with Germany will benefit us in the future The situation after the breakdown of the cooperative relationship with Yingmi!"

This remark surprised many people present, and reminded most of them as if enlightened. The Minister of Military Command, King Fushimi Gong Hiroshi, nodded and praised: "Hey! The foreign minister's vision is really sharp, and he thinks long-term. That's right, the empire has a longer-term plan! Yingmi is unreliable. At critical times, we must have multiple preparations! I think the Minister of Foreign Affairs has to work hard on this matter!"

Yosuke Matsuoka stood up and nodded vigorously: "For the great national policy of the empire and the emperor, the hard work of individuals is nothing!"

He was secretly proud that this kind of vision would not be seen by ordinary people, and even fewer people could persist like this. This time, he has won the first place and will compete for the throne of prime minister in the future.Will it be a big plus?

I have to admit that his words are very much in line with the minds of most Japanese ministers and generals. It is a last resort to cooperate with Britain and the United States at the moment, but if you are convinced?That would not be the case. If it wasn't for Zhu Bin's repeated tricks, under fair conditions, Japan would not be afraid of anyone.

There is no solution to the current difficulties, but as long as the United Kingdom, France and the United States can first contain Zhu Bin.Set off internal strife in China to weaken their power, and then when Germany dominates Europe and threatens Soviet Russia and the United States.After recovering, Japan can continue to carry out the mainland strategy in a stable manner. This plan is perfect and beautiful!

The problem seemed to become much easier all of a sudden, and the noisy process was significantly accelerated and a final decision was made, while reporting to Emperor Hirohito.On the other side, diplomatic documents were formed, which were urgently submitted to the heads of state by the ambassadors stationed abroad, and most importantly, to President Roosevelt of the United States.

When the report from the Japanese ambassador to the United States was forwarded to the White House, President Roosevelt was discussing the upcoming major action with his assistant Harry Hopkins and a group of senior cabinet officials.Seek to fully persuade domestic opposition forces and isolationists, and let the United States join the war as soon as possible.

Secretary of State Cordell Hull frowned after seeing the Japanese request, forwarded it to Roosevelt and reported verbally: "Mr. President, we seem to have underestimated the appetite of the Japanese. It's not going to be easy to get through Congress!"

Roosevelt took a brief look, and "slapped" it on the armrest of the wheelchair. He laughed and said, "It's just a group of short-sighted clowns. You think too highly of their wisdom! Hmph, it's nothing more than wanting to continue to preserve strength and prevent being completely destroyed by us." Take control and sacrifice, no big deal!"

As expected of a person who is the boss of the world's most powerful country, his spirit is different.

Japan put forward many conditions. In addition to the coordination and cover of the U.S. Navy, the U.S. was required to help build no less than ten aircraft carriers with a displacement of 105 tons; provide no less than one thousand heavy guns above [-]mm and at least three thousand Anti-aircraft guns of various calibers, as well as millions of rounds of shells; provide [-] Thompson submachine guns and hundreds of millions of rounds of bullets, as well as expensive weapons such as Browning air-cooled heavy machine guns and Springfield sniper rifles.In addition, the United States is required to support at least [-] advanced aircraft and ammunition, and pilot training for thousands of people is required.

In addition, there are tens of thousands of trucks, cars, etc., tens of thousands of high-power engines, tens of thousands of aircraft engines, and more metal raw materials such as steel and copper for weapon manufacturing and ships. The quantity is also huge!

The general meaning of the thick-skinned Japanese is --- if you want me to die, you have to use enough chips to support it. Except for the brave soldiers who are not afraid of dying, we are poor, and we have to have enough money to die. If not, we will be defeated in Manchuria, and even if Britain and the United States come, it may not be easy to find a bridgehead to advance the base!

This kind of behavior is no different from cheating.However, the wealthy Americans and the talented Roosevelt were not surprised by this. It would be a ghost if the Japanese did not mention more conditions!

Roosevelt tapped the Japanese "blackmail list" with his hairy fingers, his face glowed with confidence, and he looked down on the world.His current physical condition is much better than that of the previous two years, thanks to the excellent medical team who came back from the City of Light, and the special medicine obtained at a high price from there. Although his disability cannot be completely cured, but The heart disease is basically healed, and I am full of energy.

For his character who likes to fight and take the initiative to attack, nothing is more precious than a good body and good energy.

Secretary of State Hull expressed his admiration for his style. Assistant Mr. Hopkins took the stack of papers away to the secretary for classification and management. Secretary of the Navy Frank Knox raised his white eyebrows and reminded: "Mr. President, You don't really want to give the Japanese dwarfs ten aircraft carriers? We don't have that many yet! Also, I don't think this immature people will be so obedient. One day, they will rebel against their masters !"

Hull agrees.Roosevelt waved his hand disapprovingly: "There is no need to think too much! In the face of absolute strength, all resistance is futile! Our main enemy is Hitler, Europe is the foundation of the civilized world, and it is necessary to ensure the safety of Britain .Japan is just a temporarily powerful clown. The bad nature of the nation dooms them to have no long-term plans and strategic vision. Just look at the conditions they put forward and you can get a little idea. You can agree to almost anything! The key is to Contain the Chinese, the potential of this nation is too terrifying, once it rises, it will become America's biggest opponent in the Pacific!"

No one will doubt Roosevelt's opinion. Although it cannot be said to be great and absolute, it has been repeatedly proved that he rarely makes mistakes in the overall judgment.Moreover, the action strategy he conceived by himself also allowed the United States to bypass most of the opposition parties and isolationists and blend into the war. It has to be said that this is a terrible talent!

Secretary Knox had no problem with that.As an important bureaucrat supported by the president, he knows very well that the success of this resolution will determine whether Roosevelt's fourth president can succeed and sit securely. The Navy must make great efforts to help.

A group of Roosevelt's aides quickly came up with an ingenious implementation plan, followed by articles and news about the change in the direction of the wind in the major media in the United States.

Some radical white supremacists have issued a statement that China is one of the members of the evil axis supported by fascist Hitler, and all their industries, weapons and equipment, as well as national defense and military construction.It was all done with the help of the Germans, and its purpose is to establish a bridgehead against the civilized world in the Far East and the Pacific region!

And China's continuous blow to Japan.They are regarded by them as the clarion call to attack the civilized world.Japan, an oriental nation that advocates breaking away from Asia and entering Europe, and has been partially accepted by Western mainstream society for decades, has almost been transformed in its bones. Their attitude of actively accepting Western civilization and their open-minded and studious spirit prove that they are the only ones who can become A good student who continues the inheritance of Western civilization, obviously the opposite is true in China, which is xenophobic and conservative!

As the master of Western civilization, the United States has the responsibility and obligation to help Japan resist the attack of evil Chinese forces.A group of populists who refuse to accept democratic transformation cannot be allowed to gain momentum.The United States should actively participate in it, and further include them in the same support actions as the United Kingdom on the basis of the United States and Japan's trade and friendship treaty.

It has to be said that this kind of public opinion is very marketable.Over the years, the Japanese have been begging to be beaten and scolded without fighting back, and they have been operating in the West in a low voice and groveling.He finally got the preliminary approval of the white people, otherwise it would not be his turn to get the world's third largest navy to show off his might.

And the public opinion deliberately guided by certain forces, not to mention the series of developments of the Zhu Bin Group in recent years, has been distorted into a threat to US power.Especially those products that are exported to the United States in large quantities, causing similar factories to close down and bankrupt, and greatly affecting the US trade deficit, are even more enviable and hateful!The conglomerates such as Morgan and DuPont, which participated in the split of WorldCom Group last time, fanned the flames even more, wishing they could jump directly to the front.

Coupled with the previous differentiated treatment of Lao Jiang's forces and the secret support of the project, a general action plan to split China's local confrontation gradually surfaced.

After the White House aides lobbied and made wishes in private, especially sharing the opportunity to carve up China's high value-added property after Zhu Bin was killed, Roosevelt's supporters increased a lot at once.The disgraced Baiyin Group had all kinds of resentment towards Zhu Bin, and happily voted for Roosevelt. As a result, more than [-]% of the members of Congress supported it, and the new support plan for Japan passed the test.

The speed of the decision-making was astonishingly fast, as if Roosevelt had already made preparations and was just waiting for the Japanese to come to ask for help!

After the Japanese got the news, they cheered from top to bottom!The Kwantung Army who had been beaten into disgrace also cheered up a lot at once, and they were able to resist several waves of fierce attacks.

These days, they have suffered a lot from the attack of hundreds of thousands of elite soldiers!The Yiwulu Mountain position, which has high hopes, has been tossed by thousands of bombers day and night. After several days in a row, there are basically not many complete fortifications in the outer positions. The soldiers hiding in the mountains waiting for the infantry to attack have been breathing heavily. The air of gunpowder smoke, and the explosions for many days made them almost deaf. The timid recruits even pissed their pants countless times.

Especially the train guns coming from the railways on both sides. The rumbling noise of the 280mm heavy guns continuously pulled out is like a ghost crying. sleep soundly.

Three days and three nights later, the attacking troops began to advance slowly. Thousands of cannons of various calibers fired a barrage twenty kilometers deep. Into the forefront of the Japanese army! (To be continued..)