In the Battle of Gaul in his previous life, although they won a few battles in Zhennan Pass and other places, they did not gain the strategic initiative at all. Gaul had a far superior industrial system. As long as the local soldiers did not suffer many losses, the colonial troops and weapons could be completely exhausted. On the other hand, the national treasury was almost empty, and there were not many weapons and ammunition left. If they continued to fight, they were bound to fail. Therefore,"winning for peace" was only a last resort.
With the arrival of Wang Guangxu, the supply of basic firearms would not be a big problem. Some were even more advanced than those in Gaul. However, the Qing army and technology could not be achieved overnight. They needed time to slowly develop. Before the national strength was sufficient, they could not reveal too much.
Wang Guangxu had no choice but to be careful. The Manchurian nobles strongly opposed the establishment of banks, the expansion of machinery departments, and the purchase of new warships. However, they did not dare to make any big moves after achieving a certain effect.
Taihe Palace
"Your Majesty, Annan has been a vassal of the Qing Dynasty for generations. Now that Gaul has sent troops to invade, Annan has called for help several times.”
The Gong Prince Yi Xin was the first to speak.
"Annan is a barren land. Our Qing Dynasty is already unable to take care of it. It is better to take advantage of the fact that the foreign powers are focusing on other places and develop as soon as possible. Only then can we have hope of becoming a powerful country!”
Li Hongzhang hurriedly stepped forward and said.
"Annan is close to Nanyun and Xiguang, and they arrive in the morning and evening. After the Gauls occupy Annan, they will definitely spy on that place.”
Zuo Zongtang sneered.
"We only need a large number of troops to guard Nanyun and Xiguang. Naturally, we are not afraid of the Gauls invading us. Once the Gauls start a war with their strong ships and cannons, they can harass the coastal defense of the Qing Dynasty along the way and even reach Dagu Pass.”
Li Hongzhang naturally wouldn't be polite to Zuo Zongtang and spoke in a tit-for-tat manner.
"Don't tell me that the Northern Navy can't even defend their territory after spending so much money?”
It was unknown who said this, but Li Hongzhang was furious.
"Presumptuous! How long did the Gauls develop their navy? How many are we? Now, our Qing Navy doesn't even have one-tenth of the strength of the Gauls. If we don't want to win in the naval battle, it's very likely that we will be completely wiped out!”
The Beiyang minister said angrily to the official.
"This Sixth Uncle can't sit still anymore? It seems that the entire Manchu Group is starting to be dissatisfied with me.”
Wang Guangxu glanced at the few dignitaries present.
Based on Yi Xin's character, he should have supported the Westernization Movement. However, Wang Guangxu's recent actions had touched the interests of the Manchu group, and they had pushed Yi Xin out.
"My dear ministers, what you say makes sense. In that case, we'll send a message to Nanyun Xiguang to strengthen the defense to prevent the Gauls from launching a sneak attack!”
"Retreat!"
Wang Guangxu looked at the people who were still arguing and frowned.
Hearing this, everyone retreated one after another. The happiest ones were the peacemakers. How many officials and gentry in the world were willing to go to war with the Gauls? The result was self-evident.
"Little Shunzi, go and urge the Fengtian Machinery Bureau to hurry up the production of firearms and ammunition, especially grenades and barbed wire. Don't be negligent."
Wang Guangxu looked at the peace-loving people with a strange smile. He naturally had a way to make this war happen.
Half a year ago, he had already begun to prepare ammunition, but he was still worried. Dealing with the Gauls was not like the Japanese. Although the Gauls 'individual quality was poor, they had a lot of cannons. He had to be prepared for a war of attrition.
As for the barbed wire, it was the most effective against those western tactics that lined up to charge.
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Liu Yongfu led the Black Flag Army to defeat the Gaul Army in Hanoi, annihilating thousands of Gaul colonial troops. He even killed the commander of the Gaul Army, Li Weili, to recover a large area of territory and drive out the invading Gaul Army.
The world was shaken, and the atmosphere in the imperial court relaxed. It seemed that the Gauls were just like this, and everything would return to its original state.
However, in the autumn, the Gauls made a comeback and occupied Hue, the capital of Annam. Almost all of Annan had fallen, and Gaul had pressed on the border and sent a note to include the entire Annan in their territory.
The whole country was shocked, and the world was in an uproar…#Daguan Review Passed: Daguan time:082420182:57PM
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