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Text Chapter 610: Embracing the Muslim League (Part 2)

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    "Boom boom"

    Next to the Langshan Gobi Desert, 14 T25 tanks braked suddenly in a fan shape and then fired continuously at the red target. The 40mm armor-piercing projectiles penetrated the iron-clad target and made several deep holes.  Before the tank could move forward, an "enemy force" appeared on the right side of the target.  Four T25s quickly rotated their turrets and rained bullets on the "enemy" with their 7.62mm heavy machine guns simultaneously.  A moment later, clouds of fireballs soared into the sky from all around the enemy's position, and six of the first L3585mm cannon howitzers using barrel self-tightening technology launched a fierce bombardment from 15 kilometers away.

    With the support of artillery fire, the tank company quickly charged towards the enemy. The infantry following behind used steel as cover, and the entire clearing was completed in less than twenty minutes.  As the assault gap opened, a large number of trucks and infantry continued to attack the main enemy force in Langshan. At the same time, 3 waves of 9 twin-engine bombers appeared in the sky, dropping bombs one after another on the enemy base camp on the top of the mountain.

    This is not a war, but a live-fire multi-service exercise at the Langshan Base, the world's largest and China's largest field training base, located between the Kubuqi Desert and the Yinshan Mountains.

    Langshan Base is a comprehensive base selected and determined by army generals such as Yue Peng and Jiang Baili. It is located on the bank of the Yellow River 200 kilometers west of Baotou. Construction began in 1920, covering a total area of ??1,800 square kilometers and costing 100 million yuan.  Not only are there complete weapons testing and tactical training grounds, but there are also trains connected to the Baoku Railway, complete facilities such as oil depots, reservoirs, power plants and airports, and there are also long underground tunnel projects deep in the Yinshan Mountains.

    Last year, the training and residential facilities were completed first.  Both the Army and the Air Force regard this place as the best base for new military revolution and new tactical exercises, and adopt a rotation system to allow various units to practice here.  Although there are still many facilities and projects that have not been completed, it has been an eye-opener for the visiting Indian Muslim League delegation. In particular, the T25 tank, which was finalized last year, is quite impressive.

    The T25 tank has actually been developed since 1916.  The template comes from the famous German Panzer III tank.  It adopts a torsion bar suspension chassis and has a total weight of 22 tons. It is equipped with a single-barreled 40mml50 cannon, a synchronized 7.62mm machine gun and a top machine gun of the same caliber.  When the development progress of the diesel engine was slow, a 300-horsepower gasoline engine was first used. It can travel 40 kilometers per hour on the road, 25 kilometers off-road, and has a maximum driving range of 120 kilometers.  The world's first commander's periscope is also installed, and a radio interface is reserved.

    Except for artillery and speed.  Yang Qiu also likes this tank very much because it took a very long time to develop. Therefore, when testing this 15-ton chassis, it traveled almost all over the country on various terrains, resulting in very good average failure rate and maintainability.  .  Far more than the light tanks currently used by various countries.  Therefore, the Ministry of National Defense not only decided to phase out the old T1T2 tanks at a low rate of 120 units per year, but also officially classified this chassis as a 15-ton general-purpose chassis, and began to develop anti-tank vehicles, self-propelled guns and other auxiliary equipment based on it.

    Although it was a temporary exercise plan, during the three-hour exercise, the armored soldiers of the 501st Regiment of the 1st Armored Brigade, who were undergoing equipment change training here, still showed excellent military qualities.  Jinnah, who was reviewing, nodded repeatedly, and finally hugged the soldiers to pay respect.

    After reviewing the armored regiment, Jinnah led everyone reluctantly back to the officers¡¯ quarters. The halal meals specially prepared in the canteen satisfied these special guests.  Because Muslims prohibit alcohol.  So Yang Qiu entertained everyone with tea instead of wine.  Jiang Fangzhen, who rushed from Hankou, saw that the time was about to come, and deliberately stood up and said: "Mr. Jinnah, the Commander-in-Chief has already discussed with Nanjing. Jiujiang Army Academy can provide you with 15 places for specially recruited national defense students."

    "Very good!"

    Young Ayub was particularly happy.  Although he could definitely be admitted to the British Military Academy based on his family background and ability, the reality of the European War told him that there was a big gap between the British Army and the world's high-level armies. What's more, being able to study in the Chinese Military Academy also meant that he could deepen the relationship between the national society and the country.  relations with the Muslim League to seek broader support for the cause of democracy.  Even Jinnah was very happy. Accepting Ayub and other trainees meant that there was indeed the possibility of cooperation between the two sides. What's more, the exercise just now had confirmed that the National Defense Force, which was renowned as Asia's No. 1 Army, had not indulged in its past glory.

    Seeing that the time was ripe, Yang Qiu winked at Lei Meng outside the door, who quietly and slowly closed the door of the small restaurant.  Wang Zhengting cooperated and said first: "Mr. Jinnah, as far as we know, there are four British-Indian divisions in India. Each division currently has only 5,000 people. One-third of them are British officers and soldiers, and most of the remaining soldiers  They are all Sikh soldiers, and your proportion is only about one-tenth, so why don¡¯t you think of ways to increase the proportion and send more young people to study in British military academies?¡±

    Jinnah was secretly frightened by Wang Zhengting's precise figures, but there was an indescribable bitterness on his lips.  There are approximately 50 million Muslims in India, but the British paid more attention to Sikh soldiers and even preferred to hire Gurkha mercenaries at high prices rather than increase the number of Muslim soldiers.  More importantly, ?There are still no Muslim officers in the Seal Division, which forced the Muslim League to rely on the stronger Congress Party during the anti-Japanese movement.

    "Mr. Jinnah, the world is no longer the same." Yang Qiu put down the cup, glanced at Wang Zhengting and said: "The European wars have weakened the colonists, and national separatist movements are booming around the world. As can be seen from the East India Uprising,  The colonial independence movement will become a trend for a long time in the future, so I very much appreciate your contribution to the pursuit of national independence. But I have always believed that national independence should be based on self-choice, rather than borrowing  Although borrowing external forces can improve the success rate, the political price to pay is huge and long-lasting."

    Ayub and others, who were just happy to be admitted to the military academy, immediately frowned when they heard these words, because Yang Qiu clearly did not intend to help them achieve national independence. If he did not want to support them, why should they arrange to enter the school?  How about taking yourself to see elite military exercises?  Even Jinnah was a little surprised and couldn't help asking: "Mr. Vice President, do you mean?"

    Yang Qiu smiled slightly: "Mr. Jinnah, you should have seen this time. Although our country has made some achievements, there are still many problems that need to be solved urgently, and we have promised the world. We will not expand and do not need colonies, so  We will not send troops into India, not even into Afghanistan, we just want to ensure long-term stability in the northwest."

    These words did not disappoint Jinnah, but made him relieved.  As Yang Qiu said just now, he does hope to get help and can bear some political demands, but he does not want Chinese or Soviet troops to directly enter India.  So he breathed a sigh of relief.  Nodding, "I think I understand."

    As long as you know.

    "I also think that your way of fighting for independence is a bit extreme, or that it has hindered revolution, or even given the colonists more time to heal their wounds and continue their exploitation! If you launch a revolutionary movement immediately after the war in Europe. Then  Under the circumstances at that time, there was a great hope of success, and it might have been able to have a sovereign independent Indian Republic. However, non-violence ruined the opportunity and time. Now the United Kingdom has gradually recovered and is no longer a powerful force that you can shake.  ! And I think that the non-violent non-cooperation movement is based on mutual respect. But so far I can't see any scene of respect. In order to win the war, Britain promised your country post-war independence, but they did not  You have broken your promise. In this case, there is no possibility of victory without violence. Of course. I do not recommend that you go to war, and I do not want to see a large-scale war in India. Because that can only benefit the Soviet Union.  Yang Qiu glanced at Jinnah, who was beginning to frown, and dropped a bombshell: "I have received accurate information. Moscow has sent a large number of activists to your country, and the Indian gc international leader Roy Roy has also returned from Turkmenistan."  To Delhi.¡±

    Jinnah did not expect that the Soviet Union had already attacked India, but as a lawyer, he was well-educated and remained calm: "Mr. Vice President, Mr. Gandhi is my most respected mentor. I think India is different from China in non-violence and non-cooperation.  The movement represents the mentality of the vast majority of people who want independence but do not want war and turmoil. As for the Soviet Union I think everyone has the right to pursue their beliefs."

    "This guy is really stubborn" Yang Qiu secretly looked at Ayub and glanced at Ayub inadvertently. After noticing that his eyes were very focused, he quietly curled up the corner of his mouth, took a breath quietly and continued: "Jinnah  Sir, if you were a businessman or a teacher, then the non-violent movement would be worthy of belief, but you are not! You are the leader of the Muslim League! Your every move will affect the future of tens of millions of people Please  With all due respect, Lord Gandhi's non-violent movement is based on Hindu doctrine. Is it suitable for you? And I also know that you have always wanted to build a united Greater India, but the Congress Party will allow you to get more  National rights? We have an idiom in China called "break the old and establish the new", which means that we must have the courage to break the old. Only by breaking the shackles can there be new life. You must know that we, the people, shoulder the national and national mission! So we cannot  Dreams are built on other people, and you must bravely go out on your own path! Just like His Excellency Kemal of Turkey, lift your feet firmly!"

    Yang Qiu¡¯s speech made many Muslim League officials nod their heads. Even Jinnah fell into deep thought for the first time and felt that his words made sense.

    "Mr. Jinnah, in fact, I know that since you are here you must want to establish long-term friendly relations, and we are very willing to do so. Although we will not intervene in India, let alone send troops, I can also provide some help within our ability.  .¡±

    Since the words made it clear, Jinnah had no scruples. Although he had concerns about breaking up the non-violent non-cooperation movement, after he had political disagreements with the Congress party and was dispersed, he knew that it was no longer possible to establish a complete Greater Indian Republic, so he could  Can Yang Qiu and China support their anti-Muslim movement?Very important.  Ayub and others around him kept looking at him with their eyes, hoping that he would make a request immediately.

    But at the critical moment, Jinnah was hesitant. It was not that he did not need support but that he did not know what kind of support he should provide. He was also afraid that if he made too many demands, Yang Qiu would make unacceptable political demands.  Seeing that he was still undecided, Yang Qiu smiled, spread his hands and said, "Mr. Jinnah, it seems that we still need mutual trust." After saying that, he waved to Wang Zhengting, who listed out a copy.  A good support list was taken out.

    Yang Qiu took the list and handed it to Jinnah without looking at it: "This is what I have initially drawn up. It includes 2,000 walking tractors and some small processing equipment for easy transportation. Military equipment is somewhat sensitive, so I can only provide 2,000  Rifles and some grenade launchers, but I can provide 20,000 German Mauser rifles and matching ammunition, and I can also give you the grenade launcher technology."

    20,000 Mauser ****?  !

    Jinnah¡¯s eyes suddenly widened. At first he thought 2,000 rifles were a bit stingy, but he didn¡¯t expect that there were 20,000 Mauser rifles and grenade manufacturing technology behind him!  You must know that the Mauser **** has long been heard of. It is a weapon that is extremely suitable for soldiers who have not received formal training.  The grenade became famous in the European War and was hailed as the simplest and most practical infantry weapon.

    "What is the price for such a large amount of support?" Jinnah knew that Yang Qiu had more to say, so he did not interrupt but thought about it while looking at him quietly.

    "I do have some requests, that is, I hope you can do some activities to help me reduce the pressure on Nanyang. Of course, this does not require a war, it only requires some larger-scale demonstrations or marches to make the UK realize that its backyard is not stable.  That's it." After Yang Qiu made the request with almost no difficulty, before Jinnah and others could be surprised, he clapped his hands suddenly as if thinking of something and said: "By the way, there is one more thing.  I hope you can help me find a temple called Padmanabhaswamy, probably in the southwest."

    Looking for a temple?  Is this considered a requirement?  Jinnah and others opened their mouths wide, as if they had seen a ghost.  Even Jiang Fangzhen, Wang Zhengting and others swallowed their saliva and almost lost their composure, but Yang Qiu was very serious: "Don't worry, it's just a Hindu temple. I didn't want to trouble you about this matter, but it's really hard to talk about it. Because several of my archaeological friends said  They already have definite evidence that our country¡¯s Master Xuanzang once stayed in the temple and left very important things, so they want to get the cultural relics back. But unfortunately, they applied to the British authorities many times but failed to get permission, so  .You won¡¯t refuse, right?¡±

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    (To be continued)

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