Fengxian Jiangshan

"Everyone, the decisive battle has arrived. Who is the master of Borneo depends on the battle in front of us. Do you have any ideas?"

Bai Chongxi has been studying the situation in Borneo ever since he received the order to go to Nanyang, so when he heard Xu Shuzheng's question, he hurriedly said: "Commander-in-chief, according to my idea, we should use siege to attack and rescue Ma Chen's Holland. The main force is lured out, and then wiped out in one fell swoop!"

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It was time for Nanyang to decide whether to live or die, but at this time there was a piece of good news from China. The Lanzhou-Xinjiang Railway was finally completed, and the history of no train access in Xinjiang was also broken. This good news quickly grabbed the headlines of major newspapers , everyone has great enthusiasm for this railway.

In fact, as early as Zhang Tinglan had just regained Mongolia, he started to build a railway from Fengtian to Lanzhou, and at the same time extended the Longhai Railway from Xi'an to Lanzhou.

These huge projects were not initially completed until 23 years. The railway with a total length of more than [-] kilometers passed through Inner Mongolia and extended to the northwest, forming a traffic artery running through the north. Lanzhou has also become a transportation hub in the northwest.

As early as 21 years, the project of Lanzhou-Xinjiang Railway began to select sites and build roadbeds. After 23 years, the construction work entered the fast lane. In order to ensure the rapid completion of this railway, Zhang Tinglan also spared no expense. All the prisoners of war accumulated in the war were cast on the Lanzhou-Xinjiang Railway.

During the construction process, Zhang Tinglan also issued a death order. No matter how tired he was, the railway must be repaired quickly.In addition, in order to ensure the rapid completion of the railway, China also gathered almost all railway engineers to fight together.

It is natural for Zhang Tinglan to be so desperate. The power of polar bears is rapidly recovering. The territorial dispute between China and Russia in Central Asia has not yet been resolved. At this time, the completion of the Lanzhou-Xinjiang Railway not only means that Xinjiang is completely under the control of China. , and also formed an effective deterrent to Russia.

Therefore, after learning that the Lanzhou-Xinjiang Railway was completed, all Chinese senior officials could not help but let out a sigh of relief: Xinjiang is finally safe, and Yang Yuting found Zhang Tinglan immediately.

"Zhuoyan, I'm going to go to the Sino-Russian border to see the situation and find out the situation. There are still four 10,000+ square kilometers of land there, so I can't ignore it!"

Chapter 775 Frontier Inspirational Stories

"Speaking of which, although we abolished all unequal treaties with Russia, during the Second Opium War, the area east of Lake Balkhash occupied by Russia, a total of 44 square kilometers, became an unresolved issue. It is a great pity.”

Zhang Tinglan smiled slightly: "Lingge, I want to give it first, but it's not bad to keep this place."

Yang Yuting frowned, and hadn't caught up with Zhang Tinglan's thinking. Zhang Tinglan smiled slightly: "It's like playing chess. You should not just focus on how many pieces you eat, but also on the overall situation. In fact, if you keep Zhongya, you will leave a The fuse, we have enough reasons to go to war against Russia."

"Zhuoyan, no matter what, Russia is a giant, are you really going to war with Russia?"

"That's right." Zhang Tinglan said firmly: "The Russians are rapidly industrializing, and the determination of the Russians is not inferior to ours. Moreover, Russia is rich in resources, almost all resources can be found, and the foundation is better than ours. The only advantage of Russia is that large-scale construction is ahead of Russia, but according to intelligence, they have also started to build collective farms. The changes in agriculture are the harbingers of industrial changes. Therefore, we must fight the Russians at the critical moment One battle, suppress their momentum."

Yang Yuting also nodded: "That's true, but China and Russia are both giants. Once they meet together, the outcome is uncertain. I think it's better to limit the conflict to Central Asia and Xinjiang, so that it can be controlled better."

"Yes, in fact, for China and Russia, Central Asia and Xinjiang are two weak regions. They are also the transition zone between the two countries. Whoever can complete the preparations for war first and who can stabilize the rear will be able to win. "

"High!" Yang Yuting couldn't help stretching out his thumb: "What Zhuoyan said is true. Whether it is Xinjiang or Central Asia, there are ethnic issues. It depends on who can take the lead. If you settle down, In turn, you can use this card to attack the opponent."

In fact, after the civil war, Russia did not completely control its huge territory. The ethnic groups and religions in Central Asia were different from Russia, and conflicts existed all the time.For example, the famous Basmachi movement started fighting with Russia from the Tsarist era, and the war continued until the 30s.And some princes in Central Asia also joined in.

It wasn't until Russia forcibly divided and established the five Central Asian countries based on ethnic groups that various conflicts gradually weakened.However, the Russians suffered deeply from ethnic issues, but they did not know how to reflect on themselves, and turned their heads to stir up disputes and instigate rebellion in China.

Later Russia lost the five Central Asian countries.On the contrary, China's Xinjiang and other places are thriving, which is also a kind of retribution.Of course, history has turned around at this time, and Zhang Tinglan's cards are still quite good, so he must seize the right opportunity to bring Zhongya back.

"Linge, actually, there are two things that are very important to everyone. One is hope, and the other is self-realization. As long as these two things are well grasped. Coupled with fairness and clear politics, the overall situation can basically be settled. .”

Yang Yuting also laughed and said, "It's nothing more than carrots and sticks. In the previous stage, we vigorously suppressed the rebels. This was to establish prestige. Now to govern the region, we must establish morality and clean up the hearts of the people. I know it well."

After explaining clearly, Yang Yuting left Beijing immediately, tens of thousands of Lanzhou, according to the plan.He will take the first train from Lanzhou to Dihua, officially ending the history of no trains in Xinjiang.

For the Lanzhou-Xinjiang Railway, a railway with important military and economic value, Chinese people also gave unprecedented enthusiasm. A large number of reporters gathered in Lanzhou, preparing to witness this historical moment.

After Yang Yuting arrived in Lanzhou, everything was ready. When the train was about to leave, Yang Yuting suddenly faced many reporters and said with a smile: "The successful construction of the Lanzhou-Xinjiang Railway depends on the people along the way. Work hard, in order to build this 1903-kilometer railway, some people sweated and even shed blood. The country will not forget these hard workers, and all people who participate in voluntary labor will receive one-year tax exemption, and at the same time in the future , They will be able to enjoy a half-price discount on this train, and the government will also issue special commemorative badges."

Yang Yuting said it was voluntary labor, but in fact it was compulsory to a large extent, but it was not Zhang Tinglan who did it, but Feng Yuxiang.During the construction of the railway, Feng Yuxiang forced a large number of civilian laborers. If he dared not build the road, he would be labeled as a rebel. I don’t know how many people died because of this. It can be said that under each sleeper, there is a dead body. bones.

Zhang Tinglan and Yang Yuting were well aware of this, and after Qin Wei and Rong Zhen led their troops into Xinjiang, they also recruited a lot of civilian husbands, but they were a bit restrained in their work, and these civilian husbands gave some compensation, but for the rebels, they There is not much politeness, basically after being caught, they are all sent to the railway to be exhausted.

What Yang Yuting did at this time was undoubtedly to shift the responsibility to Feng Yuxiang and let him take the blame, while the government was trying to clean up people's hearts.

Of course, reporters are not clear about these, or they are not willing to be clear, which is also the need for publicity.As Yang Yuting spoke, he pointed to a young man next to him with a smile: "His name is Alimu, and he is the driver of this train. As a railway connecting the mainland and Xinjiang, it will bring unprecedented prosperity to Xinjiang. I will also enjoy this honor and become a witness of history!"

After Yang Yuting finished speaking, the reporters all focused their cameras on this shy young man named Alimu. The spotlight kept flashing. This was the first time Alimu had encountered such a situation. His face was flushed red, and his hands and feet I don't know where to put it. The backward areas in the frontier are almost ignored by many people. Alimu is probably the first young man who has been so concerned. The media has also begun to pay attention to the story behind this young man, and even prepared to give him Create a special report.

After the National Defense Forces entered Xinjiang, Zhang Tinglan set up a special scholarship to reward outstanding students in Xinjiang. Those with good grades can enter the mainland for further study. After completing their studies, they can return to work in Xinjiang.In addition, a group of extremely poor and low-status young people were specially selected, and Alimu was one of them.

Before the National Defense Forces entered Xinjiang, Alimu's family members worked in place of the monastery. He was basically a slave. He helped herd sheep since he was a child, and he was often beaten and starved. He also tried to escape many times, but he was arrested by the clergy. A group of people who usually look like sages are not soft at all when they fight.They have innumerable means of torturing people, all kinds of instruments of torture, whips, clamps, tiger benches, and so on, and many slaves were tortured to death by them.

That time because Alimu lost a sheep, he was hung up and beaten severely. Alimu's skin was bruised and he almost passed out.At this time, the National Defense Forces came to the monastery and rescued him. After treatment.Alimu and 50 young people who had almost the same experience were sent to the mainland for training.

Most of these young people have weak foundations and can only be sent to technical schools to receive vocational education. However, Alimu knew some words before, especially because he knew that this was the only chance to change his destiny, so he studied eagerly and spent two months After breaking through the language barrier, it took more than half a year to almost complete other people's one-and-a-half-year courses.

Diligent and studious, with outstanding performance, Alimu got the chance to enter a specialist school. Among all the young people in the frontier, he was the first one. He is still a student and is studying harder.Due to Zhang Tinglan's special explanation, Yang Yuting also realized that the border areas should also feel the country's development and enjoy the glory of self-realization, especially to set up a group of inspirational models so that everyone can see the hope of changing their destiny.

That's why Yang Yuting asked to find Alimu, who was studying, and let him drive the first train. Of course, there was an experienced teacher by his side. It's troublesome.

When all the spotlights were focused on Ali Mu, this shy boy was also a little at a loss, Yang Yuting smiled and patted him on the shoulder: "Young man, don't be nervous, if you are like this, we passengers will not dare to take the bus !"

When Yang Yuting said a word, everyone around him laughed. These kind smiles made Ali Mu relax a lot.He suddenly paid a military salute to Yang Yuting: "Sir, I promise to complete the task without any mistakes."

"Okay!" Yang Yuting also said with a smile: "The country belongs to everyone. Our national flag is a five-color flag, which represents the return of the Han, Manchu and Mongolian to Tibet. The republic of the five ethnic groups is not just the republic of the five ethnic groups. Everyone in China is a family. Everyone can enjoy the fruits of the country's development. Everyone also shoulders their own missions for the country. The government will not discriminate against anyone. I can tell you that The Fengtian aircraft carrier has just returned from the mission of protecting overseas Chinese from Nanyang. There are 6 logistics personnel from Mongolia on board. The next batch will be 12 soldiers from Xinjiang. They will become the honorary sailors of China's first aircraft carrier and guard China together. sea ​​frontier!"

Yang Yuting's remarks quickly appeared on the pages of major newspapers. Everyone knew Yang Yuting's identity very well. His speech largely represented Zhang Tinglan's ethnic policy. This is also the way to govern a country as large as China. open a topic.

For a while, many people began to focus on Xinjiang and Mongolia, and more and more inspirational stories were unearthed. Compared with Xinjiang, Inner Mongolia has changed more in recent years, and more and more herdsmen have embarked on the Wealthy roads, railways are opened, mines are developed, cattle and sheep are increasing, and everyone's life is getting better and better.

Just as Zhang Tinglan predicted, when most people are working hard for money, society will naturally settle down. Of course, some people who don't give up cannot be ruled out, but these people can't make any waves anymore.

Chapter 776 The End of the Coachman

A large project itself is a shock, and the Lanzhou-Xinjiang Railway, measured in this era, can be regarded as a super project.The train leaves Lanzhou, 35 kilometers to the west, is the first Hekou Yellow River Bridge designed by the Chinese themselves.The rolling Yellow River flows under your feet, and everyone sitting on the train can't help but feel a strong shock. This is the mighty power of the industrial age.

Use steel and cement to conquer nature and transform the world. In this process, the natural moat becomes open, and the barriers of time and space are broken. The journey in the past six months can now be achieved in a week.Think of the camel bells on the ancient Silk Road in the past, and listen to the roar of the train now.

Hundreds of times the speed, thousands of times the capacity, what a progress, what a feat!

Compared with any gorgeous rhetoric, this change cannot be described. After crossing the Yellow River from Lanzhou City to the west, the Lanzhou-Xinjiang Railway crosses the Wushao Ridge at an altitude of 3000 meters, enters the Hexi Corridor at the northern foot of the Qilian Mountains, and passes through Wuwei, Zhangye, and Jiuquan. Exit Jiayuguan at the western end of the Great Wall, pass Yumen and Shule River at the southern foot of Mazong Mountain, cross Hongliu River in the west and enter Xinjiang.After passing through Weiya, it passes through Hami, Shanshan, and Turpan along the southern foot of Tianshan Mountain, and crosses Tianshan Mountain at Dabancheng to Dihua.

The whole journey is 1903 kilometers. Along the line, there are both the Hexi Corridor with lush water and grass and the deserted Gobi beach; there are both emerging industrial cities and ancient towns with bright culture;

The Lanzhou-Xinjiang Railway passes through the "Bailifeng District" and "Thirty-mile Windfall", so construction and transportation are extremely difficult.A total of 11083 million cubic meters of subgrade earthwork has been completed along the entire line; 33 tunnels with a total extension of 11.8 kilometers; 1117 bridges with a total extension of more than 30 kilometers.The bridges and tunnels in the Wushaoling area are relatively concentrated. There are Tianshan tunnels between Hougou and Dabancheng, as well as roadbed projects passing through the windy area, all of which are the key to construction.

To build this railway.A total of 126 engineers and technicians died. Some fell off a cliff while surveying the line, some were not acclimatized and contracted diseases, and some were overworked and died on the construction site.

A railway has condensed countless painstaking efforts and paid heavy sacrifices.But when the train passed by, everyone knew clearly that all these sacrifices were worth it.With such a railway.The mainland and Xinjiang are completely connected together, and no one can get involved in China's territory.

The Russians who are ready to move don't want to provoke troubles in Xinjiang anymore. This sacred territory that has been included in the territory of China since the Han Dynasty has not been completely stabilized until now.And with the railway line, it will be infinitely easier to transport materials and equipment.Xinjiang is rich in coal and oil.Natural gas extraction plan.All on the agenda.

Moreover, Xinjiang is considered a treasure land of agriculture. As long as the water problem is solved, almost anything can be grown here. In addition to melons and fruits, Xinjiang is also an important cotton production base.Wanting to keep people fed and clothed is not empty talk.Sufficient production must be produced.

According to the clothing standards of future generations, even if all the land is planted with cotton, it will not be enough, so the petrochemical industry must be developed.Use man-made materials instead.

At this time, it has become an inevitable choice to let the common people have clothes, vigorously plant cotton and develop the textile industry in Xinjiang.Among the millions of immigrants, more than 50 are engaged in cotton production. As long as there is an oasis along the railway line, you can see busy people, like worker ants, working non-stop.

The train went smoothly and arrived at Dihua. Qin Wei personally greeted Yang Yuting at the station. As soon as the two met, Yang Yuting seemed a little unfamiliar. Qin Wei's face was tanned, his beard was unshaven, and his hands were big and rough. Just like an old farmer.

However, Qin Wei was full of energy, and said with a smile: "Minister Yang, this place is very windy and sandy, and if you don't support people, you are afraid that you will suffer!"