Fengxian Jiangshan

From the second half of 28 to the beginning of 29, China's new warships were like dumplings, and a large number of warships were launched in the shipyards in the north and south.This is also the harvest period of the entire First Five-Year Plan, and new ships are launched almost every month.From destroyers, frigates, to light and heavy cruisers, large oil tankers, and supply ships, they all continue to emerge.

The original Fengtian aircraft carrier battle group was also completely completed, and the photos of the huge fleet were published on the pictorial, which immediately aroused panic buying by fans all over the world, and countless young people were excited by these warships.

At the beginning of 1929, the feast finally came to its climax. The first self-built aircraft carrier Jiangsu was launched, and the second Heilongjiang entered the final stage. All eyes were immediately attracted to Dalian Shipyard.

Before the refit of the Fengtian was completed, the military had already started the design of a new aircraft carrier. As China's first self-designed aircraft carrier, everything was based on safety, so it did not use a large tonnage.

After the final construction is completed, the standard displacement is 21000 tons, the full-load displacement is 26700 tons, the maximum speed is 32 knots, it can carry 70 combat aircraft, and the maximum wartime carrying capacity is 90 aircraft.

Counting from cutting the first steel plate, it took 3 years. Finally, in January 1929, this warship carrying the Chinese people's ocean dream was officially launched. This also became China's first large capital ship completely self-built.

In order to witness the launch of the new aircraft carrier, including Zhang Tinglan, all the main leaders of the military were present.The aircraft carrier is named after the province, basically one south and one north. The first one is Fengtian, with a hull number of 15, and this one is called Jiangsu, with a hull number of 17.

When the warship successfully floated.When the majestic giant ship was displayed in front of everyone, everyone couldn't help cheering, including Wu Yulin, those who participated in the construction of this aircraft carrier couldn't help crying.How many people in their 40s, 50s, or even [-]s are like children, with a smile on their face, but tears can't help but fall from their eyes.

For a thousand days and nights, they poured their hearts and blood on this warship, watching the Jiangsu ship launch.It was as if her own child was finally born, and all the hard work was worth it.

The reporters present also used their cameras to record the moment when the aircraft carrier was launched. In the past few years, the Fengtian has frequently performed various tasks.Chinese people are very obsessed with aircraft carriers, especially looking forward to the emergence of an aircraft carrier with complete Chinese blood.

a few years ago.To build an aircraft carrier.Zhang Tinglan also specially issued bonds, which were sold out within a day.After many people bought bonds, they tore them up!For these people, seeing the aircraft carrier launch is already the greatest happiness and comfort.

An aircraft carrier represents extraordinary significance, and it is a manifestation of a country's industrial capabilities.Only when the comprehensive national strength is achieved and the industrial system is mature, can this most extravagant maritime combat platform be created.

Look around the world, countries equipped with aircraft carriers.Apart from China, there are only three countries, namely the United States, Britain, and Japan.As for France and Italy, although at the Washington meeting, they also got a share in the construction of aircraft carriers, but these two countries did not actually build aircraft carriers.

As for Germany and Russia, the aircraft carrier is nowhere in sight. With the launch of the Jiangsu, China will undoubtedly be squeezed into the world's top power club.

Therefore, when the Jiangsu was officially launched, Jiang Baili said with a smile: "Zhuoyan, from now on we are also great powers!"

Shen Honglie, the navy commander, even laughed loudly and said: "Chief of Staff, you said that our warships have sailed to foreign countries, will there be a group of people playing a banner against Chinese imperialism?"

"Yes, of course!" Yang Yuting was also in high spirits, and said with a smile: "If that day comes, our generation will not be busy in vain. Even if we are under the Nine Springs, we will be able to straighten our chests. Let's take the lost national destiny , was snatched back abruptly."

Zhang Tinglan also smiled and said: "There is nothing wrong with imperialism. At least bullying others is better than being bullied. It's just that our aircraft carrier is launched, and the second one will be launched soon. This world will not be peaceful."

As Zhang Tinglan said, China is not a party to the Washington Conference, so naval arms restrictions have no effect on China.At this time, China has opened up its full horsepower and fully developed its navy, which has greatly stimulated the stimulation of all countries.

The first to bear the brunt is Japan. In fact, since the launch of the Fengtian, Japan has fallen into panic. The officials of the Ministry of the Navy are studying how to deal with the Fengtian every day.Just like when the Zhenyuan was about to be sunk, a big ship aroused the fear of the Japanese.

The Japanese took the road of sea power by defeating the Beiyang Fleet, while China's first sacrifice to the sea power should be the United Fleet.And what makes Japan even more frightened is China's choice of warships. When countries are still immersed in the giant ships with cannons, China resolutely embarked on the road of aircraft carriers.

Is it true that aircraft carriers have an advantage over battleships, or is it that China has discovered some secrets!In the past few years, the aircraft carrier faction in Japan has rapidly expanded, especially the naval officers represented by Yamamoto 56. They have repeatedly advised Japan's high-level officials, hoping that Japan can attach importance to aircraft carriers and develop naval aviation.

They even asked the Navy to conduct a simulation to see whether the aircraft carrier is more powerful or the battleship is more advantageous.Of course, the Japanese government still has a group of old-fashioned people who are unwilling to admit new trends.

In fact, I don't blame them. These people have been studying battleships all their lives. If someone tells them that the status of battleships has been challenged, these people will definitely not be able to bear it.

However, with the launch of the Jiangsu ship, Japan has to face up to this problem. At present, Japan has a light aircraft carrier, the Fengxiang, and two modified aircraft carriers, the Kaga and the Tosa, for a total of three ships.

However, when China launched two new aircraft carriers, Japan's advantage disappeared instantly. The three large aircraft carriers faced two large and one small ones, but were still in a weak position. The treaty has also been called into question.

The United States and Britain are also restless, and they are also eager to figure out China's plans.Even asked China to join the arms limitation treaty.

However, Zhang Tinglan didn't care about these noises at all. He called together the senior officials of the navy and the shipyard to discuss the next step of naval development plan.

Zhang Tinglan said directly to everyone: "We must have an idea for the development of the navy. The navy is to ensure the safety of the sea and border, and at the same time ensure the smooth flow of the South China Sea route. Three aircraft carriers are the minimum, and five aircraft carriers can basically meet the needs. In the next ten years By 15, it is best to have 9 to 10 aircraft carriers. We not only need to protect the South China Sea route, but also extend to Malacca, and even the Indian Ocean. Therefore, we will not engage in an arms race, but no one can stop us from strengthening our military. .”

Zhang Tinglan's words immediately aroused warm applause from everyone present. These words touched everyone's hearts. The navy is the guardian of maritime interests. As China's national strength grows, the navy must also have a corresponding status. unstoppable.

With Zhang Tinglan's guarantee, there is no doubt that the development path of the aircraft carrier will be completely smooth.Wu Yulin also took out a blueprint with a smile and sent it to Zhang Tinglan.

"President, Jiangsu and Heilongjiang are the first-generation aircraft carriers we designed. We adopted the idea of ​​focusing on protection, and at the same time installed a large number of anti-aircraft weapons on the aircraft carrier, including 40 30mm anti-aircraft guns and 20 60mm anti-aircraft guns. And the tonnage of the next-level aircraft carrier will increase to 3 tons, with a full load of more than 3.7 tons, which is basically the same as that of the Fengtian.”

Wu Yulin sent the new plan to Zhang Tinglan. The enlarged deck of the new aircraft carrier Jiangsu was extended from 270 meters to 303 meters. The number of carrier-based aircraft was also increased to 90, and the aviation weapons were also increased.

And considering that the aircraft may be larger in the future, there is enough space in the hangar. Many watertight compartments.And because of the newer power equipment, the ship island is made smaller and placed on the right rear, giving the aircraft carrier a wider view and better space for takeoff and landing.

After listening to Wu Yulin's introduction, Zhang Tinglan nodded frequently: "In the next three years, these two aircraft carriers will be completed, and there will also be two battleships to be completed. The task of the shipyard is not light."

"No matter how heavy it is, we can bear it!" Wu Yulin said solemnly.

In addition to building new ships for the navy, snatching orders from Chile has become the most important task. The shipyard has already selected representatives and is making final plans.

In March, the Heilongjiang ship with hull number 19 was finally launched, but on the same day of launching, a welder named Zheng Yuchen fell on the job after completing the last weld and became the sixth ship. A worker who died in the line of duty.

After hearing the news of his death, the entire senior management of the shipyard was shocked, and even the news was directly sent to Zhang Tinglan.

Zheng Yuchen was one of the shipbuilders who came back from Japan in 23 years. At that time, China used a lot of Japanese spies to successfully exchange these workers and save them from the Great Kanto Earthquake.

After returning to China, these workers worked extraordinarily hard and spent almost all their time on work. As the best welder among this group of workers, Zheng Yuchen even participated in the refitting of the Fengtian and the construction of the Heilongjiang.

For nearly six years, he gave up almost all his holidays, and even if he had occasional free time, he used them to teach his apprentices.

Before the Heilongjiang was launched, he was the one who completed the last welding seam. Wu Yulin is also very familiar with the hardworking and most skilled workers in this work.

In his report to Zhang Tinglan, he wrote: Zheng Yuchen often said that wanderers who drifted overseas carried original sins with them, and that he worked for the Japanese military industry added to the crimes.Mistakes can only be made up for by the hardest work.He often taught his apprentices that welding quality is like character. Their work, seemingly ordinary, is related to the victory of naval battles and the fate of a country, and no sloppy is allowed... (to be continued...)