Age of Conquest Reborn

During a meeting at the official residence of the Chairman of the Generalissimo in Huangshan, Chongqing, MacArthur ordered the National Government to send troops. Chen Cheng, then the Minister of the Military and Political Department of the Central Military Commission, made a bold suggestion. Unexpectedly, Chairman Chiang said that he was "youthful and frivolous", which put Chen Cheng in an extremely embarrassing situation.

On such an important occasion, making such comments to a high-ranking military and political minister was no less than giving Chen Cheng a resounding slap in the face in front of everyone. Chairman Chiang was definitely unintentional.

I understand the meaning, but it is a bit of a reproach to the juniors who value him. If it was in a private place, or just two people facing each other, Chen Cheng would definitely feel flattered and humbly accepted.

But on such an important occasion, all the high-ranking officials from the party, government and military were present, so that Chen Cheng could come to the stage. As soon as Chairman Chiang finished speaking, the scene fell into an eerie silence. Some people frowned and thought hard.

How to turn things around to relieve Chen Cheng's embarrassment? Some people gloat about Chen Cheng's misfortune and are happy to see Chen Cheng suffer. Isn't he known as "Chen Cheng"? How can he get down this stage?

As soon as Chairman Jiang spoke out his words, he suddenly felt that something was inappropriate. He even saw Chen Cheng's embarrassment. He took back what he had just said and apologized to Chen Cheng in disguise. This was impossible. It was also inappropriate to post this page. For a moment, Chairman Jiang

It’s so long that I feel like I’m in a dilemma.

Yang Yongtai, secretary-general of the Military Commission, saw Chairman Chiang with keen eyes. There was no regret in his eyes, and he suddenly made a plan in his heart. On such an occasion, there were no more than two or three people who could speak with enough weight. He himself

He is one of them. Whether it is Chen Cheng who is embarrassed or Chairman Chiang who regrets it, he does not want to see it.

Yang Yongtai said with a smile: "Chairman, I think that Minister Chen's proposal is very reasonable. The sentence "Young and frivolous" tells the true meaning of it. So what if the soldiers are wild? What I maintain is a spirit of vigor, regardless of other things.

Uncertainty factor, Minister Chen’s proposal is in line with the lofty ambition of soldiers as leaders to open up new territories."

"The blue sky and white sun flag may not be impossible to plant on an island! Yongtai thinks that he doesn't have Minister Chen's heroism! He doesn't dare to have such ambitions. Chairman, I admire Minister Chen!"

After saying that, he looked at Chairman Chiang calmly. On the surface, Yang Yongtai's words were a direct refutation of Chairman Chiang's comments about Chen Cheng, which seemed to be a rebuke. But whether it was Chairman Chiang or Yang Yongtai,

They are all veterans with long experience in officialdom. How could they not know the meaning, especially the phrase "other uncertain factors", which Chairman Chiang knew very well.

Yang Yongtai's words were beautifully said and watertight. He clearly praised Chen Cheng, but implicitly gave Chairman Chiang a high hat. This was a respectable step for both Chairman Chiang and Chen Cheng. How could Chairman Chiang not understand this deeply?

Chairman Chiang pretended to be serious and said: "Ci Xiu, you are a high-ranking military and political official. When considering problems, you should consider political factors more and don't just think about fighting. I don't want your courage. What Shun Qing said just now is very mature."

In terms of planning for the country, you should learn more from Qing Shun!"

Chen Cheng is not an idiot. In Chairman Chiang's words, he has already positioned himself, "I only think about fighting!" Then he is wrong, which is reasonable. If he does not continue on this step, then he will be the biggest fool in the world.

Chen Cheng stood up with a snap and replied loudly: "Yes! Students must obey the principal's teachings and cannot be a foolhardy general." When Chen Cheng sat down, he looked at Yang Yongtai with grateful eyes, and Yang Yongtai smiled slightly.

He nodded with a calm attitude.

An episode that tested the political wisdom of several people was gently revealed, but the actual problem was still unresolved. There was no conclusion yet on how to respond to MacArthur.

Since he came forward twice, Yang Yongtai, Chairman Chiang Kai-shek's chief think tank, had the duty to provide his own opinions.

Yang Yongtai said in a relaxed tone: "Chairman, everyone, everyone has been overthinking it. From Mai's telegram, we can see that this American is just playing a little trick. Why did he leave Tang Qiuli in Zhongnan?

Instead of mobilizing the troops on the peninsula, the Nationalist Government troops in Chongqing are required to rush all the way to support the U.S. military on the battlefield in the South Pacific?"

Everyone's ears, including Chairman Chiang's, were stunned. Secretary-General Yang, who had everything in his sleeves and beauty in his chest, had deep meaning in every word. Let's see how he cracks MacArthur's tricks?

Yang Yongtai continued: "The reason is that MacArthur could not mobilize Tang Qiuli's troops, so he put pressure on the government and borrowed the help of the government in advance to force Tang Qiuli to send troops. If this happened, MacArthur would be killed.

If his wish does not come true, the consequences of his antagonism with Tang Qiuli will be borne by the national government. MacArthur wants the government to be a villain. This is such a ridiculous trick!"

After Yang Yongtai's analysis, MacArthur's intention was revealed to everyone. Chairman Chiang and other officials nodded in admiration! He is worthy of being the chief think tank of the Chairman. This man's political wisdom is really impressive.

Unable to catch up, no one asked how to solve MacArthur's puzzle. Now that he knew his purpose, Yang Yongtai naturally had a way to solve it.

Under the expectant gaze of everyone, Yang Yongtai continued confidently: "Although the Chairman is the Commander-in-Chief of the Allied Forces China and Southeast Asia Theater, MacArthur and Tang Qiuli are also the First and Second Deputy Commanders.

And take on specific battlefield command responsibilities. In this way, things will be much simpler. The Chairman may as well issue an order to authorize Tang Qiuli to execute all military affairs to assist the US military."

"Our national government will not wade into this muddy water and let MacArthur and Tang Qiuli negotiate with each other. Tang Qiuli's attitude is the attitude of the national government. In this way, we can stay out of the matter. Furthermore, Tang Qiuli has nearly a million soldiers in his hands.

He is stationed near the battlefield. He has absolutely no reason to mobilize troops from Chongqing. We only need a telegram to settle the matter. What do you guys suggest?"

Yang Yongtai's last few words actually relieved Chairman Chiang's biggest worry. Chairman Chiang took the lead in applauding, and then, a burst of thunderous applause sounded in the office, no matter what he thought about Yang Yongtai.

Regardless of opinions and likes and dislikes, the clever tricks he pulled out with a single gesture of his hand and his deep understanding of how to move a thousand pounds with just four ounces are absolutely breathtaking. The senior officials who usually think highly of themselves have to admire Yang Yongtai.

Chairman Chiang's face was even brighter, and he looked at the calm Yang Yongtai with admiration. He thought to himself: "Mother Xipi! You don't have to offend the Americans, and you don't have to worry about sending troops to be eaten by Tang Qiuli, and you still seem to be dissatisfied with Tang Qiu."

Tang Qiuli has the absolute trust of Tang Qiuli and entrusts him with the important task of representing the National Government. No matter what he thinks, whether he can see through this trick or not, Tang Qiuli must take this ball and cannot shirk it!"

After the applause subsided, Chairman Chiang said in a relaxed and comfortable manner: "Since everyone has no objections to Qing Shun's proposal, let's implement it as it is. I will immediately announce the Chairman's proposal as Chairman of the Military Commission of the National Government.

The order authorizes the Vice Chairman, General Tang Qiuli, to represent the national government and have full authority to handle matters such as the use of overseas troops and mutual assistance with the Allied Forces!"

The reply to MacArthur was a few simple words: "General MacArthur, the First Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Allied Forces, has honored General MacArthur to fulfill the Allied Military Mutual Assistance Agreement and other related matters. The Nationalist Government has authorized Vice Chairman General Tang Qiuli, General Tang

I can handle this matter with full authority on behalf of the national government! General MacArthur can contact Vice Chairman Tang."

When he received a call back from the Nationalist Government, MacArthur said angrily, "Cunning, that Chairman Chiang is a cunning old fox. The Chinese are all dishonest and treacherous people!"

Colonel Kleist, the acting chief of staff who succeeded Stilwell, had never been involved in the highest decision-making level before. He did not know the treacherous situation here, could not figure out the subtle relationships, and did not know that the three-party war had been going on for more than two years.

Looking at the commander-in-chief's face, which was pale and deformed with anger, he said with concern: "General, you don't have to be angry. We have contacted the Chinese Vice Chairman Tang. His troops are in Indochina.

It is much more convenient to mobilize troops from the interior of China. In the name of the Allied China and Southeast Asia Theater Headquarters, I immediately ordered the troops of Tang Qiuli of China to launch an attack on the Japanese army!"

MacArthur quickly stopped the acting chief of staff who felt very good about himself. In the Allied headquarters, in the eyes of the Chinese Tang Qiuli, he was probably not even a footcloth. Although Kleist was loyal and obedient, he could not handle this situation.

His views and methods on such problems were far worse than Stilwell's. The probability of finding a loyal and obedient deputy was even more difficult than seeing God appear. At this point, MacArthur was quite helpless.

However, an order from the Joint Chiefs of Staff greatly improved the mood of the depressed General MacArthur. The country decided to increase its troops, and it still devoted all its efforts to the United States. The United States did not abandon me, MacArthur, as long as it could persist in Luzon

Island, hold on to Manila, grit your teeth and get through this most difficult period, and the war will take a major turn for the better.

It should be admitted that MacArthur's strategic vision is definitely good. He also came to the conclusion that in terms of the national strength of the United States and Japan, Japan is not enough to support long-term war consumption. The war is about national strength and consumption.

Once the behemoth of the United States is awakened and angered, the Japanese will definitely be unable to support it. At that time, they will be the heroes who stick to the overseas territories of the United States of America!

What made MacArthur even more happy and gratified was that the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Jeff Field, had the same idea as his own, which was focused on defending Luzon and Manila. However, under the orders of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, he also

A few days before arriving, he had already begun planning the military deployment to defend Manila. His strategic foresight surpassed that of the big guys in the country!

So, do you think that you and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff have the same heroic views?

(To be continued) Piao Tian Literature registered members recommend this work