Wild North America 1846

Chapter 112 Denver Fortress
Denver and Kansas City are more than 870 kilometers apart, and most of them are deserted deserts and Gobi deserts. If the US military wants to get involved in the Tang Kingdom, Denver is an unavoidable place to pass.

From Denver to Fort Rio Rancho in the south, and from Fort Rio Rancho to the south for hundreds of kilometers to the Mexican border, they are all located in the Colorado Plateau covering an area of ​​more than 30 square kilometers, dominated by barren mountains, Gobi and The terrain is dominated by deserts, full of silence and despair. It is a typical inland desert climate and is an insurmountable natural geographical obstacle for the US military.

From this perspective
The military significance and strategic significance of Denver are highlighted. This is the closest horse farm to the Great Plains of the central United States. From Denver to the north is the vast highland prairie, and to the west is the Rocky Mountains that stretch for thousands of kilometers. , very suitable for animal husbandry and farming.

How can such a treasure land be handed over to others?

The Denver Fort is shaped like a pole with two buckets hanging on it. A tall military bastion under construction is located on the east bank of the South Peret River, with a circumference of 950 meters x 765 meters. It is equipped with two turrets, one east and one west, equipped with several 4.5-pound and 12-pound Napoleon cannons.

Because of its large size, it is called "Denver Lord Fort".

Another tall military bastion under construction is located by the Cherry Creek, with a circumference of 520 meters by 366 meters. The fortress wall is 4.5 meters high and is equipped with a fort. Because it is close to the Cherry Creek, it is called "Cherry Fortress". ".

The above two military castles are two buckets, and a long and tall city wall connecting the two military castles is a pole, with a total length of about 3.3 kilometers and a height of 3 meters 6, which is also made of rock.

This is a huge project. More than 600 horse-drawn carriages are responsible for transporting cement and steel bars from the port of Los Angeles, and they travel long distances to Denver. More than 5000 convicts are responsible for the construction. It is expected to have initial defense capabilities before the end of the year.

Denver was very lively at this time. The San Francisco Cuirassier Regiment and the newly formed Teochew Cavalry First and Second Regiments, with a total of more than 2600 cavalry, were stationed at the upper reaches of Cherry Creek north of Denver.

Together with more than 1300 Chinese laborers, they are reclaiming wasteland on a large scale to plant crops, reclaim canals, raise chickens, ducks, and cattle, and prepare to build Denver into an important food and logistics base.

Thousands of acres of newly cleared land have been planted with oats, sugar beets, and potatoes, ready to be harvested in December, enough not only to sustain the whole of Denver, but also to feed a large population.

James Kahn and George Rabiot, who had just been promoted to majors in the army, respectively commanded the Denver First and Second Regiments, which were mainly white, and served as the main force of the city's fortress guards, with a total strength of 2000 troops.

In addition, there is a guard cavalry regiment mainly composed of Chinese, with a total of more than 600 cavalry stationed at the main fort of Denver.

The total strength of the above is more than 5200 people, accounting for more than [-]% of the total strength of the entire Datang Kingdom, which shows the importance of the Denver Fortress.

in the war against america
There are many outstanding soldiers in the Tang Kingdom, and about 400 soldiers were selected and sent back to the rear. On the one hand, they were engaged in cultural education and learning. On the other hand, these outstanding soldiers served as instructors to train more Chinese soldiers.

Now that the long-distance telegraph line has been repaired to Denver, various matters in the kingdom can be communicated immediately.

Especially the latest news from Europe, as long as it reaches Quebec, Canada, through the long-distance telegraph line across Canada from east to west, it reaches Vancouver in the west.

The long-distance telegraph line of the Tang Kingdom has already connected to the Oregon colony of the United Kingdom in the north, and it has been transferred through the telegraph office.

The next day, Denver was able to receive the latest long-distance telegram, and the message was very fast.

This is also the reason why Richard was able to stay in Denver. His royal order could be conveyed unimpeded to every town. Inspired by the victory ahead, this new kingdom showed a scene of vigorous and prosperous development.

On the construction site at Fort Denver
The excavated stones are piled up into several hills, and more than 5000 white convicts are scattered on the 4.5-kilometer-long construction site. A solid city wall is being erected, showing a majestic and majestic appearance.

"Praise your Majesty the King. What your subjects are building now will definitely be a handed down building. With such a powerful defensive fortress, I firmly believe that on the Colorado Plateau, the army of the Tang Kingdom will be a powerful force that daunts the Americans."

"Thank you for your praise, Sir Granville. Whether it is from a strategic point of view or a kingdom's security point of view, we cannot abandon Denver. It has extended our defensive frontline from Rio Rancho to the north for more than 700 kilometers, and has continued. Extending 300 kilometers to the east, it greatly enhances the security depth of the kingdom."

Richard accompanied the British special envoy, Baron Granville-Gower, while inspecting the construction site, and said with a smile.

The defensive depth he mentioned extends more than 300 kilometers eastward, which is the Burlington area where bloody battles broke out several times.

This is the dividing line between Colorado and Kansas. Now that he has made up his mind to occupy Denver, Richard naturally regards this land as his own and takes it into his pocket without hesitation.

At present, it is only because the conditions are not met, so no troops are stationed at the front of Burlington, and no fortress buildings are built.

In that barren Gobi desert area, it was of little significance to build a fortress, and it was impossible to garrison a large number of troops, so the pressure on logistics supply would be too great.

The Americans once built a post station there, but unfortunately it was burned down by the cavalry of the Tang Kingdom.

In order to clear the land, Richard ordered to cut down all the trees in the Hugo area, the only oasis between Denver and Burlington, and burn it clean in autumn when the pastures are withered and yellow.

Thus

If the U.S. military makes a large-scale westward expedition, it will be more than 870 kilometers from Kansas City to Denver, and there will be no oasis where troops can be stationed in the middle, which will greatly increase the difficulty of logistics supply.

The British envoy, Lord Granville-Gower, looked on with great interest as he walked.

He started from Weihaiwei, Shenzhou, took a boat through Fusang, and then flowed northeast along the Pacific Ocean through Alaska, Midway Island and Hawaii, and finally arrived at the Oregon Colony. This is a newly opened northern immigration route for Chinese laborers.

The British colony of Oregon is also sparsely populated, including Seattle, Portland and other towns that need to be vigorously constructed, and a large number of Chinese laborers are urgently needed. Therefore, this Chinese immigration route to the north is very meaningful.

Baron Granville-Gower arrived in the Oregon colony on the immigrant liner. He was the new governor of the Oregon colony and shouldered the heavy responsibility of the British special envoy.

So after a short stay in Seattle, Baron Granville-Gower took a boat south to the port of Los Angeles, then followed the horse team through Las Vegas, and then passed through Flagstaff, Gallup and other small towns eastward. After arriving in the town of Rio Rancho, it turned to the northeast and finally arrived in Denver. The journey was about 1570 kilometers and took nearly 20 days.

Baron Granville-Goyle walked to the side of the hill-like stone yard, looked at it with his finger, and said with emotion;
"Your Majesty, I have deep admiration for your military talents. The news from Ottawa shows that the international mediation jointly participated by countries such as Britain, France, Germany and the Netherlands, and Spain is not progressing smoothly. The United States flatly rejected the peace proposal. Their tough Said; will never accept any treaty that divides the territory of the United States, even if the war lasts for 100 years, the United States will never sign on the failed contract."

Speaking of here
He shook his head regretfully, pointed to the magnificent fortress under construction and said, "It won't be long before this place will stand the test of war. The stronger it is built, the more trouble the Yankees will have."

"I know Yankee's stinky character, good things can only be taken home, and never send out." Li Cha had a look on his face that I knew it was like this, and continued walking with his hands behind his back, and said while walking;

"We proposed to conduct international mediation. We did not expect the Yankees to give up their aggressive ambitions. The purpose is only to add a communication channel so that the Yankees can step down when necessary.

With the arrogant and tough attitude of the Yankees, if they don't beat them to the heart, this war will not end in a short time.

Therefore, in the past two or three years, the Tang Kingdom will be mainly on the defensive, with the focus on the Denver fortress in front of us.

We will vigorously introduce immigrants in the past two or three years. Whether they are Chinese, Irish, or immigrants from other European countries, Datang Kingdom welcomes them all with open arms.

at the same time
We want to build factories, plantations and farms, step by step to strengthen the strength of the kingdom, and gradually accumulate strength, so as to achieve the goal of enriching the country and strengthening the army.

on the basis of;
After accumulating enough power, the Tang Kingdom will take the initiative to extend the war to the Great Plains in the central part of the United States, causing him to turn the world upside down.

Only when they hurt the Yankees, will they sit honestly at the negotiating table and reach a peace agreement recognized by all parties.

Mr. Special Envoy
I would like to ask you to convey your high respect to Her Majesty Queen Victoria and my sincere thanks to London. Datang Kingdom is willing to be closely linked with the UK, as a representative and partner of the UK's interests in North America, and to defend our common values.

at this point
The democracy and human rights advocated by the United States are incompatible with the mainstream of the world today, and they are the greatest enemy of feudal kingship. The two have irreconcilable fundamental contradictions.

On this point, Datang Kingdom resolutely stands on the position of the United Kingdom and advances and retreats together. We will be firmly stuck here, on the Colorado Plateau, and in the hearts of Yankees like nails.

This is the natural sacred mission of the Tang Kingdom, but because the country is small and weak, we implore the UK to give greater assistance, especially in immigration, industry and trade.

Give us the ability to be at the forefront of the fight against the Yankees and keep fighting..."

"Well said, very well said, I was really deeply moved by your speech, and I will truthfully convey His Majesty's words to London to seek more assistance for the Tang Kingdom." Speaking of this, British envoy Ge Baron Lanville-Gower showed a smile on his face, and continued;

"As far as I know, the two large iron passenger ships you ordered in April will be completed successively by the end of this month. After a short trial voyage, they are expected to arrive at the Port of Los Angeles before the end of the year at the latest and put into operation on the trans-Pacific route. By then, The transportation capacity will be greatly increased, so congratulations!"

"Mr. Envoy, we are asking for the aid of British shipyards and experienced engineers and workers, which..."

"Don't worry, Your Majesty the King, London has already begun to consider your needs. If nothing unexpected happens, the shipyard equipment and workers will arrive before the end of the year together with the two new iron passenger ships customized by Datang Kingdom. .And after planning, London will assist a group of steel factories, steel cable factories, cement factories, food processing factories and textile printing and dyeing factories, and relevant equipment and personnel will arrive one after another at the end of the year and the beginning of the year."

"Hahaha...that would be great."

(End of this chapter)