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Chapter 1002 Seoul Negotiations

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    From March 22 to 25, the Japanese army launched four large-scale offensives against the People's Army defense forces in Pyeongtaek North. After leaving more than 4,000 corpses, especially the tank fleet built with all the country's industry  It finally came to an abrupt end after being destroyed.

    It is also a tank. Also in the Korean battlefield, the People's Army's T-20 and Type 27 both shined. The Japanese army's "thin-skinned meat-stuffed" tanks suffered a devastating blow as soon as they were launched.  Unlike them holding it like a treasure and huddled behind the infantry, the People's Army directly fought it with tanks.

    ??Slow speed, small caliber, and thin armor. If these are considered major weaknesses, then the gasoline engine is a fatal flaw.

    Because of the progress of the war, the Japanese army's 18-ton "Trial No. 1" was quickly mass-produced.  After mobilizing almost all machinery companies, the Japanese army, which was battered and beaten in the Korean battlefield, finally formed a large-scale tank unit - the First Tank Regiment.

    Originally, it wanted to make a stunning appearance like its Chinese counterparts, but under the strong insistence of Lieutenant General Wada Kameji, it still entered the battle against the 27th Division.  However, once it takes action, its weaknesses are undoubtedly exposed.

    At the same kilometer, China's Type 27 can destroy its armor from the front, and it is helpless against the Type 27 even at 300 meters.  There was an example of two tanks competing at close range, and the Type 27 directly crashed into a Japanese tank.

    "The gasoline engine is not suitable for the cold Korean battlefield, but its industrial capacity is limited and it cannot produce the same diesel engine.  You know, under the same volume, the power of a diesel engine is much greater than that of a gasoline engine, so the Type 27 naturally has an advantage in terms of power output.

    "In many individual battles, the Japanese tanks were unable to escape the Type 27 battle, and fell into the embarrassing situation of being unable to escape, being defeated and unable to catch up.

    The flammable problem of gasoline is particularly obvious. Japanese tanks, which were originally weak in defense, often caught fire after being hit by a shot, resulting in more fire damage than gun damage.  In just half an hour, the tank attack ended with the Chinese losing 6 tanks and the Japanese losing more than 50 tanks. The result of the battle was one-sided.

    This also convinced German general Guderian, who took the risk to observe tank battles, to firmly believe that thicker, faster, and more powerful tanks are the magic weapon for victory on the battlefield. Later, Germany's progress in the field of high-power engines for tanks was  a direct expression of this point of view.

    "The Tiger tank did not use a gasoline engine in the end. It was also inspired by the disastrous defeat of the Japanese army. As a result, its results were far more brilliant than those in official history. This can be regarded as the biggest gain for him to observe.

    Even the most powerful tank regiment was completely defeated. Faced with the invincible People's Army tank force, the frontline Japanese officers were helpless.

    In the early days, the Japanese infantry dared to try to use human bombs to stop the tanks. Later, when they saw the pioneers being crushed and turned into meat patties under the tracks, the brave Japanese army was left with only fear.  Finally, when the artillery regiment was calmly taken away, a brigade of the 49th Infantry Regiment that was close at hand actually collapsed!

    Seeing that the military situation on the Korean Peninsula is so worrying, even the always stubborn Army Minister Shirakawa Yoshinori feels it is necessary for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to come forward to negotiate peace as soon as possible.  Only a comprehensive ceasefire can keep the elite of the empire safe. This is basically the consensus of the army from top to bottom.

    In this way, Chongguang Kui, who had an important mission, set off again to Seoul to meet Zhang Hanqing.

    This time, he didn¡¯t worry too much.  The last test resulted in a fierce offensive from the People's Army, and he also knew the young marshal's personality.  Therefore, when facing Zhang Hanqing again, his attitude was surprisingly good.

    "Mr. Marshal, on behalf of the Empire of Japan, I am negotiating with you with great sincerity to end the war between the two sides in Korea." He said with a smile. Before coming, the always tough Ministry of War also rarely  It gave him a lower limit for negotiation and made him feel that the probability of success in the peace talks was extremely high, so he became unusually confident.

    "If Mr. Special Envoy still insists on the request he made last time, this negotiation will be unnecessary." Zhang Hanqing knew everything in his mind, so he spoke his mind directly - he hadn't felt so good in a long time.

    "After careful consideration, our government believes that maintaining China's territorial integrity is more in line with the friendship between the two sides and reflects our country's recognition of the government of the Republic of China. Therefore, we will no longer raise the issue of Kanto Prefecture. As long as the Chinese army withdraws from North Korea  "He tentatively took a step back, but still didn't have much new ideas.

    "It can't be done! Thousands of miles of North Korean territory was conquered with the blood of countless Chinese athletes. There will be no concessions! Mr. Special Envoy, your sincerity seems to be very limited!" Zhang Hanqing was very dissatisfied.

    "This is my personal hope. North Korea is about the face and honor of the empire. Although the fighting is endless, the Imperial Army must reflect its presence here. I think your country is not willing toAre you going to continue to be at an impasse here?  China and Japan are close neighbors, and China has not yet achieved complete sovereignty and independence. It would be bad for both sides to delay.  "Chongguang Kui is good at tempting.

    "Mr. Special Envoy, you may have misunderstood. It was Japan who started this war in the first place, and now it wants to end it decently. This is too much to ask for! I have said a long time ago that China and Japan will do nothing without a war.  It is a life-and-death contest. 'If we fight together, we will be traitors if we make peace.' These are my exact words! Demarcating the existing line of actual control between the two sides is the best way to achieve an armistice and achieve peace. Otherwise, the Chinese people have sufficient  Confidence drove the Japanese army into the Tsushima Strait!"

    Although he was tough, Zhang Hanqing still leaked the bottom line of the armistice. Shigemitsu Kui was very diplomatically shrewd and caught it immediately.

    This is also consistent with the limit of what he is allowed to do.  With the current momentum of the Chinese army, it is indeed very difficult to get them to withdraw from the occupied areas.  In fact, it is the Japanese Army's extravagant hope to use the current line of actual control between the two sides as the dividing line!

    The Korean battlefield was too useless, too cruel, and too chilling!  Since it was destined to be impossible to reverse the defeat, it was a no-brainer to end it here decently.

    "Mr. Marshal, I personally agree with your opinion of a ceasefire on the spot, but it is still very difficult to convince the country. I hope you can retreat appropriately, even to the Han River, so that China and Japan are roughly at the same level in North Korea.  equal status, and this can also calm some domestic opposition and achieve an armistice between the two sides as soon as possible."

    Shigemitsu Aoi is indeed a seasoned politician and speaks very well. She is probably used to bargaining in the vegetable market.

    But what he met was Zhang Hanqing, who was known to be a man who, like his father, would not let go of benefits.  To give in under such favorable circumstances?  There are no doors!  Not to mention that he is Zhang Hanqing, even any officer or soldier of the People's Republic of China will not agree to give in psychologically!

    "Mr. Special Envoy, in my understanding, the cessation of the war must defeat and cripple all the main war forces, and then peace will be truly realized! Since there are still those in Japan who hope to continue the war, such a truce is just the next step.  A preview of a larger-scale war. In this case, what is the meaning of this armistice? Let us continue to fight on the Korean battlefield with real swords and guns!"

    Zhang Hanqing showed his tough side. Negotiations sometimes require this kind of uncompromising mentality, especially for the Japanese.

    Shigemitsu Kui is helpless.

    He really wants to win some benefits for the empire. What he failed to achieve on the battlefield is best to get some at the negotiation table. Even if it is leftovers, it is better than empty hands.  But because of the unsatisfactory army and the overwhelmed country, his idea was shattered.

    "Mr. Marshal, this is not the attitude of a responsible commander. Soldiers on both sides shed blood on the battlefield. The war has dragged down Japan's economy and disrupted China's development process. I am here to respect the Chinese territory.  and an attitude of sovereignty and integrity to complete this important historical task. I hope that the young commander can seize the opportunity and quickly end this hostile relationship."

    Zhang Hanqing squinted his eyes and smiled: "Mr. Special Envoy keeps saying that he respects China's territorial and sovereign integrity. If he said this before the war, I would really believe it. I think you and I both know the cause of this war, and we also know  Japan still occupies our country's Taiwan Island. If it weren't for the bravery of the People's Army, Dalian and Lushun would still be under the rule of Guandong Prefecture!

    Mr. Special Envoy, I also propose a package of peace plans, which is for the Japanese army to withdraw from Taiwan and China and Japan to jointly manage North Korea. This is the cornerstone of long-term peaceful coexistence between China and Japan!  "

    Zhang Hanqing successfully extended the topic to Taiwan. This was a thorn in his side, from his past life to this life.

    Originally, according to historical trends, Taiwan would be handed over to the Republic of China government without bloodshed after Japan's unconditional surrender after World War II. For Zhang Hanqing, he did not want to invest too much effort in fighting the war to this point.

    However, thinking about the evolution of "Taiwan independence" in later generations, he believed that if conditions were met, it would be better to take it back earlier. Now that Taiwan has entered the period of civilian governor-general (assimilation), the Taiwanese people who have lost the Qing government no longer have anyone to "loyalty to".  ¡± object, the sense of national identity is declining.

    As the most important base for controlling China¡¯s thousands of miles of maritime territory, Taiwan has important strategic significance for China¡¯s maritime rights and interests and the development of its naval power.  The independence in the previous life and the Japanese occupation in this life are the cause and effect of each other.

    Of course, it is impossible to take it back directly. If China¡¯s current navy can transport troops to the other side, it will be considered a success.  Strategically, Taiwan is of greater significance to Japan than North Korea is to Japan. Especially when North Korea, the stepping stone for its "go north", was taken away by the Chinese, it plays an important transit role in the implementation of the "go south" strategy.

    Although China does not have the power to extend from North Korea to Taiwan at this stage, raising ideas and opinions will be of great benefit to negotiations.  As the saying goes, asking for a high price and paying back on the spot is not just how it works.  (Remember the website address: www.hlnovel.com)???.  As the saying goes, asking for a high price and paying back on the spot is not just how it works.  (Remember the website address: www.hlnovel.com
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