Travel through the Qing Dynasty and become emperor

Chapter 862 The Pride of the Empire

Faced with Zhang Zuolin's doubts about this matter, Xu Shichang also expressed his understanding.He decided to set up an investigation team to investigate whether the young major really captured Baghdad with ten men.However, when he chose the leader of the investigation team, he surprised everyone, because the leader he chose was none other than Chen Jitang, the commander of the Armored Corps of the Western Expeditionary Army.Xu Shichang's reason is very simple, that is, the battle situation is urgent now.It would be too late to send someone from the Ministry of War, and it would be a waste of time.It is best for the local commanders to directly participate in the training, not to mention that Chen Jitang is Du Yuming's direct superior, and he has the ability to solve this problem satisfactorily.

After receiving the order, Chen Jitang immediately led people into Baghdad, looking for the legendary superman who took Baghdad with his three-inch tongue.However, what surprised Chen Jitang and the others was that when they arrived at the superman's temporary headquarters, they were told that Du Yuming had gone out on business, and they didn't know where he had gone.

Chen Jitang spent a lot of effort, mobilizing almost all the patrols and search teams, and finally found Du Yuming's whereabouts. Soon they found the young major in the most famous garden hotel in Iraq. The Conqueror of Baghdad was sleeping on the bellies of some Persian women with big breasts and wide hips.

"Du Yuming! What are you doing? What are you doing, kid?"

"Report to the commander." Du Yuming gave a military salute, and replied slowly: "Because my mission has been completed, I must relax, so"

"Bah! Look at what you look like now. As an imperial officer, you openly go shopping in the enemy's capital, and drink too much. In addition, your military appearance is not neat. Do you know that you have violated the military regulations of the Western Expeditionary Army? You know you How much panic has caused us by the unauthorized actions? Do you know how many scapegoats my commander has taken on for you? You bastard, didn’t I tell you? Your mission is to reconnaissance, reconnaissance of the terrain in the Baghdad area, and find You can forcefully cross the bridgehead of the Tigris River, what have you done? You boy, you are too courageous!" Chen Jitang scolded his subordinates loudly.

But before he finished speaking, Feng Yuxiang who was standing behind him interrupted him, "Du Yuming?" Feng Yuxiang watched Du Yuming calmly for a long time without showing any sign of anger.

"Yes, Commander-in-Chief, I am Du Yuming!" Du Yuming, who was still lazy just now, immediately went uncharacteristically. He quickly straightened his body, stood at attention, and respectfully saluted his boss.

"Very good! Very good. Not long ago you killed an armored brigade of the French with three tanks, and this time you occupied Baghdad with a force of a dozen people." Feng Yuxiang looked around Du Yuming for a while, and suddenly said: "Du Yuming, I have a question for you. When you brought ten of your men into Baghdad, were you frightened?"

"Commander-in-Chief, to tell you the truth, I was really scared at the time." Du Yuming scratched the back of his head and whispered.

"Oh? Since you are afraid, why do you still make such a bold move? Even if you give me ten guts, I can't do what you did. What do you think?" Feng Yuxiang smiled. looking at each other.

"Commander-in-Chief, that's what I think." Du Yuming said solemnly: "I had no choice when I encountered this situation. Since the other party has already handed over the city to me, what can I do? Could it be that I gave the city Give it back to the Iraqis?"

"Hahaha!" Feng Yuxiang burst out laughing suddenly, and then nodded heavily. "That's right. You are a lunatic and a warrior at the same time. I am very pleased with this. The achievements you have made are not easy. Not long ago, the Ministry of War made a report on the losses that the Dragon Army will suffer when it captures Baghdad Estimates, they estimate that we may have to pay the price of 12000 to 15000 casualties. So the civilian casualties may be 10 to 15 times that number. But because of your bold actions, many lives were saved. You, worthy of our Imperial soldiers Proud." At this point, Feng Yuxiang paused, and then said: "Major Du Yuming, thanks to your courage and bravery, the empire captured Baghdad, an extremely important city, and opened the way for the Western Expeditionary Army. In view of this, upon the appointment of His Majesty the Emperor, the Ministry of War decided to award you the first-class Golden Dragon Medal, and it was awarded by General Xu Shichang, the Minister of the Army. Generally speaking, only those who have won the third-class Golden Dragon Medal or above are awarded by Mr. Xu. It is an incomparable honor to present it personally. I am here to congratulate you!" At this point, he gave a military salute to the other party.

"Thank you! Thank you! Commander-in-Chief!" Du Yuming suddenly burst into tears after hearing the news. He cried like a child, a child who has not grown up.

Baghdad was captured, completely pushing Iraq into the abyss. On June 6, Iraq in exile announced its unconditional surrender to the Western Expeditionary Army. After Iraqi President Qassem handed over his power to Regent Said by telegram, he began to go into exile in France.

The day before, the Dragon Army had captured the last remaining Iraqi city of resistance, Salman.According to statistics, in the Iraq War, the Dragon Army only suffered 2459 casualties, of which 376 were killed. Such a slight casualty is unprecedented in the history of world wars, although it cannot be said that it is unprecedented.And this war.From beginning to end, the operation of the Dragon Army was not so much a military war as a well-organized intimidation campaign, in which psychological warfare played a large role.But Feng Yuxiang was not prepared to celebrate the victory.Because there is a more difficult and more important war in full swing at the southern tip of the Middle East.

Beijing.After hearing the news that Iraq had been captured, Guan Xuqing looked up and laughed, and said to Xu Shichang: "Bu Wu, what did you say was the name of the officer who occupied Baghdad just now?"

"Back to the emperor, my name is Du Yuming."

Guan Xuqing's eyes flickered, and he smiled slightly: "I have heard of this man, he is really a military genius, among other things, the tank battle and the two battles to capture Baghdad are enough to prove This person has courage and certainty, and is a rare talent."

"Yes." Xu Shichang nodded and said: "I have ordered people to verify these two things. It is indeed true. In the tank battle, Du Yuming became famous and won the second-level Golden Dragon Medal. This time he captured Baghdad. Du Yuming has made outstanding achievements, so I would like to ask the emperor, can I award the first-class Golden Dragon Medal?"

Guan Xuqing nodded and said in a very affirmative tone: "I will award it, of course it will be awarded. The Golden Dragon Medal is specially awarded to officers and soldiers of the army. Your Ministry of the Army has the right to decide. Besides, Du Yuming has made such a great contribution. Why don't you reward everyone?" How can it be done. Not only should the first-class Golden Dragon Medal be awarded, but Du Yuming's deeds should also be reported in the military newspapers."

"twitter."

"Your Majesty," said Feng Xianghua, who was mature and prudent, "the Iraq War is coming to an end. What is our goal next? Generals such as Cai E, Wei Lihuang, Wang Shuchang and others called the Ministry of the Army one after another, hoping that the Emperor would give them a chance to fight the enemy." Opportunities for meritorious service cannot be taken by Feng Yuxiang alone, and Jiang Baili has also recovered from his illness, and he goes to the Ministry of the Army all day long to beg me to issue a letter of commission, look." Xu Shichang showed a helpless look.

Guan Xuqing smiled and said: "This is a good thing. Soldiers must have the mind to strive for merit. Otherwise, they will be monks for a day, mediocre and inactive. If this continues, will it be okay? The wars in India, Afghanistan, Iran, and Tehran After the fight, Feng Yuxiang has already done his best. Let him continue to fight, and more and more people will be unconvinced. War is the best training ground, and all the generals of the empire have to take turns to experience it. How about it, in the name of the Ministry of War Temporarily revoke Feng Yuxiang's post as Commander-in-Chief of the Western Expeditionary Army, and let him return to Beijing for other appointments." He paused for a while, weighed things up in his mind, and said, "Let Jiang Zhongzheng take over Feng Yuxiang's post, and he will take up the post soon."

The reason why Guan Xuqing chose was after a lot of consideration. He knew very well that he was a man with a deep city and excellent commanding ability, but at the same time he also had a strong sense of utilitarianism. He was insane, and he was ruthless, which could just make up for Feng Yuxiang's weakness of indecision. During World War II, Feng Yuxiang's commanding skills had been fully tested, and it was most suitable for him to be the commander-in-chief of the Western Expeditionary Army.

Xu Shichang nodded in agreement, and said, "Your Majesty, I dare you to ask me what is the target of the next battle?"

Guan Xuqing glanced at everyone's faces with narrowed eyes, and said: "In the past, whenever major decisions were made, I would make arbitrary decisions. This time, let's change the rules. You discuss first, and I will listen."

Everyone looked at each other and felt a little at a loss. After a long time, no one spoke.

Guan Xuqing glanced at Zhang Zuolin and said with a smile: "Yuting, you are a person who can't hide something in your stomach, why have you become shy today, you should say it first."

"Cha." Zhang Zuolin cupped his hands, walked to the huge military map, pointed to a location on it and said, "Here! Turkey. There are three reasons for this."

Guan Xuqing asked with interest: "Oh? What are the three points?"

When everyone heard that Zhang Zuolin, the bearded general, was going to make a grand speech in front of the emperor this time, they all became interested and turned their faces to Zhang Zuolin, listening quietly.

Zhang Zuolin cleared his voice, bowed to the emperor, and then expressed his opinion, which surprised everyone present.

(End of this chapter)