The Heroic Age of the Late Qing Dynasty

"Um, either is fine, Chairman. We haven't really thought about this. How about you give us two names?"

"Haha, you know what! When I designed it, I had two names in mind: Gentle and Refreshing. I'll take this bag. Build the production line as quickly as possible, then contact the Commerce Department and start production. We'll try to export this thing to earn foreign exchange."

"Okay, Chairman. I'll go back first." "Okay, thank you for your hard work."

"It's not hard, this is what we should do."

Zhang Yinghao took the sanitary napkin and walked to Xue'er's workplace. Seeing that Xue'er had already completed her work, Zhang Yinghao was very happy. Work, only work can realize the value of life. Zhang Yinghao quietly handed the sanitary napkin to Xue'er, explained how to use it, and then left.

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Promoting this in China today isn't easy, primarily due to issues of perception and price. Even in later generations, husbands would still buy this stuff for their wives, and some would do so covertly. Is it necessary? Who wouldn't know what's going on, afraid of being laughed at? And what about the price? Nowadays, many families share a pair of pants: the men wear them when they go out, while the women stay home naked, hiding under the covers when someone comes. Where would they get the money to buy these consumer goods? Foreigners' money is still the easiest to earn these days.

However, while earning money from foreigners, the female comrades in his base area still need to be taken care of. Therefore, Zhang Yinghao's main promotion targets are the female comrades in his base area, including art soldiers, nurses, etc., as well as female workers in factories.

However, this thing can also be used for friendship. Once the TBEb is issued a few times, you will no longer think of using it. The banknotes of the Dongsi Factory on the low push Reng also need to be recycled with industrial products, and the people in the base area should be allowed to carry out the consumption.

Otherwise, it will inevitably lead to serious inflation in the future.

That night, Xueer returned home and asked Zhang Yinghao, "Where did you get the thing you gave me today? Why haven't I seen it before?"

"Haha, of course you haven't seen this before. I saw you had a stomachache, and I love you so much that I didn't want to see you suffer, so I had an idea and designed it especially for you. But we'll be opening the factory and producing it soon."

Xue'er was very happy when she heard this, but she still said, "How can a grown man like you think about these things?"

"Haha, Xue'er, how can this be called idle speculation? This is an objective fact..."

Having said that, Zhang Yinghao explained the reasons for monthly bleeding and why it is possible to have children.

"Aren't you afraid of being laughed at when you talk about these things? Aren't you ashamed?"

"Is there any face value involved? When I got it, I even put it to my nose to smell it to see if there was any peculiar smell. And this thing can also be used as a mask, hemostatic pack, and shoe insole in an emergency! If you're starving, it can also be used to fill your stomach! As for your women's stuff, I've seen it countless times in anatomy class. It's an objective fact. Have you never taken a human anatomy class? That's impossible, right? Could it be that you're blind to the truth?"

"No."

Zhang Yinghao glanced at the sky and felt there was still time. Without saying anything, he took Xue'er's hand and headed towards the medical school. Zhang Yinghao had taught there himself, so he knew everything there was to know. He opened the door to the specimen room and began to explain the anatomy of the human body to Xue'er.

"Look, this is how it is inside our bodies. You can't change it even if you want to. It's an objective fact. Everything is crystal clear after dissection."

"Okay, shall we go back?"

Seeing Xue'er's face turn pale, Zhang Yinghao nodded and said, "Okay. But you don't have to be afraid. That's what happens when people die. You're just scaring yourself."

Zhang Yinghao gripped Xue'er's hand, squeezing it tightly. He'd put considerable thought into Xue'er's upbringing. He'd also learned a lot from her, like the importance of focus. Zhang Yinghao used to feel uncomfortable if he didn't finish a task, constantly dwelling on it. But Xue'er wasn't like that. If something more important came up while she was working on one thing, she'd immediately put it aside and focus on the next without hesitation.

During these transitions, Zhang Yinghao would hesitate, but Xue'er wouldn't. Of course, Zhang Yinghao didn't know if these habits were bad or not, so he just considered them as learning. However, sometimes it's necessary to let go of them in time.

"Yinghao, do all human organs have the same internal organs?"

"You just saw it. The internal organs are basically the same. Of course, there are some special cases, like those with two extra kidneys. And some women get their first period at twelve, while others might not until eighteen or nineteen. This is all perfectly normal."

Xue'er tilted her head and looked at Zhang Yinghao seriously and said, "Where did you learn all this?"

Zhang Yinghao was stunned. He glanced at Xue'er and said, "These are objective facts. You'll understand if you read more books. This isn't some profound knowledge."

Xue'er stopped talking and walked silently for a while before suddenly saying, "Yinghao, I feel like I'm still far behind. I want to read the books you read too."

"Haha, everyone has their own specialties, that's all! When you talk to those women, children, orphans and widows you serve, they'll surely think you're quite capable."

As he spoke, Zhang Yinghao raised his thumb and moved it up and down in front of Xueer's eyes.

Xue'er thought of the way the women and children looked at her, and suddenly burst out laughing. She pretended to be thoughtful and said, "It seems so, but you still have to show me the books you read."

Zhang Yinghao laughed heartily and said, "No problem, if you want to learn, I'll satisfy you."

In fact, Zhang Yinghao believes that his comrades, including Xue'er, have serious problems, and he doesn't fully agree with many of their actions. They sometimes say things that Zhang Yinghao considers foolish and make decisions that he considers foolish, but Zhang Yinghao is always tolerant of these things. Growth involves humiliation, and humiliation is the only way to grow. Conversely, if someone lives an ordinary life, without making any mistakes or even losing face, then what growth has they achieved? Such a person can only live an ordinary life.

After traveling through time, Zhang Yinghao understood a key lesson: avoid meaningless arguments when there's no conflict of interest. Someone in his previous life said the stupidest thing in the world is to constantly reason with others, trying to convince them. Even if you're right, there's no need to prove them wrong.

Zhang Yinghao now lectures, never trying to persuade others to a certain way, because it's always the other person who persuades them. "If you don't agree, there's no need to talk too much; if you don't share the same ideals, you can't work together; you can take away the general of an army, but you can't take away the will of a common man." Understanding this principle, Zhang Yinghao has been developing his organization to find like-minded people. Only when they actively seek and change can they learn what he teaches.

Therefore, regarding Xue'er's education, Zhang Yinghao hopes that she will actively learn to improve herself, rather than passively. When someone actively learns, it means they are actively progressing and changing. Of course, as the chairman of the Progress Party, Zhang Yinghao must preach the truth, and party members must also learn the principles he preaches. If they fail to learn well, they will not be qualified party members.

After dinner, Zhang Yinghao took the initiative to clear the dishes and wash them clean. In this era, educated people generally did not do such work, euphemistically saying that a gentleman should stay away from the kitchen. Zhang Yinghao disagreed with this. In fact, many people knew the meaning of these words but did not know the reasons.

We all know the saying, "When you hold a sharp knife, you're ready to kill." In his previous life, Zhang Yinghao felt empowered whenever he held a long machete, akin to drawing a sword and casting his gaze around, hoping for an admiring look. In this life, having come into contact with even more knives, he felt this saying even more deeply.

Why is the sword considered a gentleman's weapon, while the knife is a weapon of destruction? The decision is made the moment one picks it up. The saying "a gentleman should stay away from the kitchen" encourages scholars to avoid contact with knives, thereby eliminating the desire to kill and achieving the state of "benevolence." Scholars are encouraged to refrain from killing, and to engage in argumentation rather than physical destruction when dealing with political opponents. This is what it means to be a gentleman who speaks with words, not with fists.

Many things are done according to custom. For example, if a relative holds a funeral, what should one bring? Out of respect for the deceased, one should bring incense, candles, and paper money. Burying a deceased person is a major undertaking for a family, so a red envelope is given to the family as a token of their appreciation. Of course, depending on the relative's relationship, one can also buy steamed buns, fried dough sticks, and so on—all to ease the burden on the host family.

For example, when a relative gives birth, transportation is inconvenient these days, so typically only a full-month celebration or a hundred-day celebration is held. Only very close relatives will visit the child immediately after birth. So, for adults, the usual practice is to buy eggs and other nutritional supplements.

Why is the emphasis placed on celebrations for the full moon or hundredth day? In ancient times, infant mortality was extremely high, and babies who made it to the full moon or hundredth day had a better chance of survival. Furthermore, the ancients were relatively poor, and raising a child was extremely difficult. Therefore, the main purpose of holding these celebrations was to enlist the help of relatives and friends, pooling funds to raise the child. Therefore, the child was typically given red envelopes, new clothes, and other gifts, but there were generally no gifts for adults.

Of course, these customs have gradually changed in modern times, but the basic principles remain unchanged. For example, close relatives still buy eggs and chicks for newborns, and red envelopes (lucky money) are still given. It's just that with greater prosperity, people tend to just do as they please, and don't place as much importance on lucky money or clothes given by relatives and friends. However, in ancient times, these lucky money and clothes for children were very necessary.

Therefore, many things are often complicated by later generations. If we restore their original nature, everyone will understand. Therefore, many people in later generations blindly oppose those customs and traditions. In fact, there is no need to oppose them at all. The changes of the times often change many things silently.

Zhang Yinghao still remembers his childhood in his previous life, back in the 1990s. Every Chinese New Year, his father would say, "You kids are celebrating the New Year, but we're going through hardships." The annual red envelopes he gave were a significant sum for the family, a significant expense.

Zhang Yinghao still remembers the first time his mother gave his brother and me a red envelope when he was in sixth grade. It only contained one dollar. He overheard his father asking his mother in the kitchen how much money was in the envelope. She said one dollar, and his father asked, "Why only one dollar? It should have been two dollars!" This clearly showed how difficult the family was at the time. Zhang Yinghao remembers it vividly, because by sixth grade, he had already secretly saved over twenty yuan—the quintessential wealthy kid, the envy of countless people.

If this was still the case in the 1990s, just imagine how much harder it was in the late Qing Dynasty. The red envelopes were truly money for raising children. It didn't matter if the adults went hungry; it was all about ensuring the children's health and well-being. However, after the first decade of the 21st century, the red envelopes during the Lunar New Year became truly red envelopes. People now visit relatives during the Lunar New Year, no longer bringing gifts; simply coming and going.

The next day, Zhang Yinghao returned to his office. He thought, since he'd already started making glassware and rubber, he knew he needed to start working on intravenous drips for the injured. So, he began drawing pictures on his scratch paper. He knew the saline solution and the glucose concentration used for intravenous drips. These weren't to be underestimated. Infusions could maintain blood pressure and prevent excessive blood loss, which could be lifesaving for the wounded. He also knew that the human body has four blood types. Once a blood type is determined, a transfusion can be performed. With these two things, revolutionary soldiers could save many lives.

After the drawings were completed, they were labeled with information and precautions and then handed over to the secretariat. The secretary categorized the images and handed them off to the relevant personnel for research and production. Zhang Yinghao then wrote up information about blood and sent it to the medical school for research, striving to quickly determine how to identify blood types.

These tasks seemed simple, but they were actually quite complex, so Zhang Yinghao had to hire a secretariat to help him handle some of the trivial tasks. In his previous life, Zhang Yinghao wasn't a high-ranking official and had never been exposed to the profession of secretary, so he had no idea what a secretary did.

However, Zhang Yinghao had heard the saying, "Secretaries do things for you," so he could always give his secretary instructions for anything. Currently, Zhang Yinghao usually looked at documents in his office, and whenever he issued an order, he would delegate it to his secretary to run errands. The documents that arrived in Zhang Yinghao's office were also sorted and categorized by the secretary, who would then fill in their comments or suggestions and pass them on to Zhang Yinghao for review and processing, according to their importance.

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These secretaries weren't ordinary people, and neither was the secretariat. They were all capable individuals carefully selected by the Organization Department. After working for Zhang Yinghao for a while, one would gain a clear understanding of the entire base's situation and context. Therefore, both Zhang Yinghao and the Organization Department viewed this place as a place for talent development.

After finishing these trivial tasks, most of the day had already passed. After returning to the classroom to finish his own lecture, Zhang Yinghao went to the Military Commission. Although Zhang Yinghao couldn't remember the exact date of the signing of the "Xin Chou Treaty," since it was called the "Xin Chou Treaty," it was certain that this traitorous treaty would be signed this year. Zhang Yinghao had no power to prevent the signing of this traitorous treaty, so he could only exploit it to gain benefits. Zhang Yinghao knew that some military operations could now be carried out in secret. So, when he arrived at the Military Commission, Zhang Yinghao summoned the comrades of the Military Commission to begin a meeting to discuss the initial small-scale deployment of troops.

As for this planned long-distance assault, none of the comrades within the base had any experience, and everything remained on paper. Although multiple military action plans had been drawn up, no one had a firm grasp on the practical aspects. It was under these circumstances that meetings often fell into an unusual silence. No one knew exactly what they were facing; simply put, the pressure was immense.

Because this operation was crucial to future developments, Zhang Yinghao couldn't leave it to the committee members to carry out, so he had to shoulder the responsibility himself. Zhang Yinghao believed that after this military operation, he would no longer need to actively lead troops in battle.

"Now that we're all here, I won't waste any more time. This meeting will be chaired by me and Zhang Yinghao, with Comrade Chen Linong as secretary. Next, Comrade Liu Qi, Chief of the General Staff, will brief us on the enemy's military deployment."

Zhang Yinghao's military meetings weren't like Chiang Kai-shek's meetings on TV, where officers sat upright around a table, called names, and issued orders, and that was it. Zhang Yinghao preferred the way they used to be during the Communist era, where everyone gathered around a map and expressed their opinions.

"According to the intelligence gathered by our intelligence department and the investigations of our scouts, the enemy's current situation is as follows: Sichuan Governor-General and Chengdu General Kui Jun; Deputy Governor-General Changchun, General Sun Liequan; Sichuan Governor-General Ma Weiqi; Sichuan Military Commander General Ding Hongchen; Civilian Censor Chen Ju...

Among these, one person worthy of note is Admiral Ding Hongchen. At the age of 15, he joined the Chu Army and participated in the suppression of the Taiping Rebellion. He subsequently fought with the Chu Army in Shandong, Shaanxi, Gansu, and other provinces, earning numerous military distinctions. He was highly regarded by successive Sichuan Governors, rising to the rank of Admiral and then General. In 1899, Kui Jun dispatched him to lead a Sichuan delegation to Japan to study military affairs, where he received favorable treatment from the Japanese government.

The Eight Banners troops stationed in Sichuan had a full complement of over 30,000, but in reality, only around 20,000 were deployed, and even fewer were able to fight. They were primarily stationed within the outer walls of Chengdu and the inner Manchu city. The number of troops in other prefectures ranged from dozens to hundreds or even thousands, and the situation was similar to that in Chengdu.

The patrol battalions and the trained warriors possessed some combat effectiveness, but their numbers were actually small. They had become mere garrisons, incapable of field combat. The total number of reactionary military forces in Sichuan, publicly known as the "Rebels," was between 30,000 and 40,000. The specific number of people currently under investigation was marked on the map...

We also need to pay attention to the army that was recently mobilized by the landlords and gentry. Currently, the number is estimated at around 5,000. However, their weapons are extremely poor, with most armed with swords and spears, and only a few possessing firearms. However, these people are local tyrants, so we must be extremely cautious... My report is complete."

"These newly formed landlord militias are nothing. We just need to go straight to the heart of the matter and wipe out the landlords' lair. How can they possibly rise up? Without money and food, they will disperse in a few days."

"Chengdu has so many people, it sounds like it's going to be a hassle. Also, what does the information say about this 'Mancheng'?"

"Shouldn't we also pay attention to the movements in the Shaanxi and Hubei directions? It would be troublesome if reinforcements arrived from either side, and there's also the Yunnan direction."

"It's not that close from here to Chengdu. How can we march secretly along the way?"

Zhang Yinghao was a bit bewildered by the chatter, especially since several of them were speaking Sichuan dialect, which he couldn't quite understand. Waving a hand for everyone to sit down, Zhang Yinghao pointed to the map and said, "This time, we're going to complete our campaign objectives in stages. And we have to do it with the least possible cost. We can't get into a seesaw battle with the Qing Dynasty and the landlord militia. Do you all agree with this proposal?"

"agree."

"agree."

"Then the question arises: how can we avoid a seesaw war? Let me start with the landlord militia. Some of their weapons and equipment are relatively good, while others are far worse. But in reality, these armed forces are just vines hanging on the Qing Dynasty. With the Qing Dynasty's power gone, these vines have nothing to cling to and will naturally wither.

These landlord militias were able to bully the locals by taking advantage of the banner of the Qing Dynasty. If this banner fell, these landlord militias would no longer have the leverage to bully the locals, and no one would take the blame for them, and they would naturally be spurned by the people.

Although the landlord militia is our first and final enemy, our first target is definitely not these landlord militias, but we must immediately eliminate the Qing forces. After the Qing forces are eliminated, these landlord militias will become like water without roots and trees without roots, and it will be much easier to eliminate them.

Now let's talk about the direction of operations. The Sichuan Basin is surrounded by mountains, and since ancient times, there have been only a few military routes. To the north is Shaanxi, followed by Hubei, and then the Yunnan-Guizhou region. There's a saying in Go: "Gold corners, silver edges, and a grass belly." Sichuan truly embodies the corners, a naturally favorable location.

Therefore, the tactic we've prepared this time is a decapitation tactic. We'll advance a thousand miles, strike directly at the heart of the enemy, and capture Chengdu in one fell swoop. We'll also capture Chongqing at the same time, using Chengdu and Chongqing as our core to eliminate the remaining Qing forces. This is also our current plan. Comrades Chen Linong and Zhang Jianping will be in charge of the Shaanxi region. I can only assign you 1,000 soldiers to rely on the terrain to block any Qing reinforcements that may arrive in Shaanxi and Gansu. You can contact the comrades who have previously deployed in Jiange and other areas. We don't seek merit, but we do aim to avoid mistakes. If the Qing army attacks, we must hold out until reinforcements arrive."

"Yes."

"You two should discuss what to do. I'll give you all the information about the Shaanxi-Gansu region and these roads for your study."

"Comrades Zhang Feng and Ouyang Jun will lead 20,000 soldiers to secretly assemble near Chongqing. They will cooperate with their underground comrades in Chongqing to quickly capture Chongqing. Some troops will remain behind, and then split into two groups. One group will sweep towards Fuling, Dazhou, and Wanxian, while guarding against the Qing army's attack from Hubei. The other group will sweep along Luzhou and Xuzhou, while guarding against the Qing army coming in from Hubei and Yunnan and Guizhou. If necessary, they can sink ships in the Yangtze River to block the Yangtze River waterway."

"Yes."

"I will personally lead the remaining troops and march straight to Chengdu. We must win this battle in one fell swoop and swallow up all of Sichuan."

"Yes."

"You must wait until we capture Chengdu before you can act. We will first seize control of the telegraph office and send you a telegram. Your comrades in Chongqing should notify Zhang Feng. After receiving the telegram, you will work with your comrades in Chongqing to quickly capture Chongqing. This order cannot be mistaken. If you attack Chongqing first and Chengdu gets the news via telegram, then it will not be easy to capture Chengdu."

"Yes, Chairman, what about the base area?"

"Public security can only be left to the police. Well, let's contact Comrade Zhang Kai and have the police send some people in military uniforms to disguise themselves as soldiers and conduct a drill to confuse any spies who might appear."

"This is a good idea."

"Also, Zhang Feng, you can contact Comrade Liu Xinsheng in advance. I think no one here is more familiar with the situation in Chongqing than him.

Make thorough preparations, take all possible emergencies into consideration, and discuss them later in North 1..."

After arranging the task, Zhang Yinghao went to the 007 training base to issue the task. This time, Zhang Yinghao also planned to break through the defense of Chengdu with the help of the inside and outside forces.

This laid the foundation for this victory. Furthermore, Zhang Yingxiang had to ensure that all of Achuan's ITA members were captured or shot dead, and that these two could not escape. The Wuchang Uprising in his previous life was designed to allow all high-ranking officials in Wuchang City to escape.

His departure caused great trouble to the revolution.

At this point, the Qing Dynasty had not yet completely lost the support of the local landlords and gentry. Even if the Sichuan Revolution succeeded, it would not have resulted in so many provinces declaring independence, as happened during the Xinhai Revolution. If these high-ranking officials were allowed to escape, they would undoubtedly rally their forces to resist, thus delaying the revolution and giving the two sides and the foreign powers ample time to react, potentially leading to losses.

"Comrade Hu Songhui, you will personally lead the three teams to advance

Go to Chengdu secretly, contact the intelligence department, and hide in the city and wait for the opportunity. Keep an eye on the positions of the Qing buildings that the intelligence department has found. Pay attention to the arsenal and the Qing bank inside.

Ku, we can't let the rioters take advantage of the chaos and escape!"

Zhang Yinghao said this because, during the Xinhai Revolution in his previous life, when Nanjing was captured, the gold and silver in the Nanjing treasury disappeared, leaving the entire revolutionary government with no money to spend. Sun Zhongshan, the provisional president, became even more enthusiastic in selling out the country.

Zhang Yinghao continued, "The straight-line distance from here to Chengdu is about 300 kilometers. We will find a way to control Suining in advance. Suining is only 200 kilometers away from Chengdu. If the troops march lightly, they can arrive in two or three days. Our main force will go to the border area under our control, and then march covertly. It will take about a week to ten days to reach Chengdu. You arrive first, and once the signal flares are fired outside, you will quickly control those Qing officials and, if necessary,

Shoot and kill, and seize the arsenal and the vaults, and find a way to open the city gates and send troops into the city. Also, control the telegraph office and remember to check if there are any military telegraph machines. If there are any, cut the telegraph wires.

You have a heavy task ahead of you.”

"Yes, I will complete the task."

"Alright, I won't be involved in the specific operations. You should act as quickly as possible, hide in Chengdu, select a target, and make a solid plan. The main force is now secretly gathering. As soon as the order is given, the troops will set off immediately. We'll see you in Chengdu."

"See you in Chengdu, Chairman."

Although Zhang Yinghao watched several TV series about special forces in his previous life, he thought that the plots in them were exaggerated. But now Zhang Yinghao knows

I am superficial. When these people who are picked from thousands or tens of thousands gather together, their fighting power can really reach the level of super god in the eyes of ordinary people. They can accomplish many things without anyone noticing.

A task that is unimaginable.

Zhang Yinghao returned to his office, and the rest of the work was largely beyond his control. After the general appointments were complete, he was to gather his troops at the relevant locations and await the order to depart. Zhang Yinghao knew that some spies within the base, reporting to other factions, had yet to be found. Therefore, even after the order to assemble was issued, the troops were kept tightly under wraps. The troops gathered secretly at the designated locations, and police were deployed to maintain the illusion that the troops were still there. If the news of the dispatch was delayed even a little longer, everything would be lost.

Once the entire base's war machine was in motion, all manpower and material resources were concentrated there. Like a gluttonous monster, it devoured any and all supplies. All relevant departments, following the orders they had received long ago, deployed personnel and transported supplies according to plan.

On September 7, 1901, news of the signing of the Boxer Protocol reached Zhang Yinghao, who breathed a sigh of relief. The nation was in shock, in uproar, and filled with discussion and anxiety. The Chinese denounced Qin Hui as a traitor and Li Hongzhang as a traitor. The signing of the Boxer Protocol made the Qing government a "foreign court."

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Regardless of what was happening outside, Zhang Yinghao, intent on capitalizing on the situation, naturally seized this opportunity. Previously, the Forward Party had been operating in a semi-secret state, but Zhang Yinghao no longer sought to conceal it, hoisting the red flag of the Forward Party, the hammer and sickle. The word "flag" holds special meaning in China; simply put, it means "raising the flag to rebel." Raising the flag signifies rebellion.

Furthermore, Zhang Yinghao mobilized his propaganda machine, widely claiming that the Qing court was selling out its own country and seeking peace. He also published the contents of the Boxer Protocol in newspapers and magazines published in the base area, and provided detailed annotations. He emphasized the requirement that every citizen contribute one tael of silver. After all, the people were poor, and asking them to contribute one tael of silver was tantamount to asking them to die.

At the same time, Zhang Yinghao organized a propaganda team to publicize the Boxer Protocol, accusing the Qing Dynasty of treason and the unequal treaties it had signed, blaming the people's suffering entirely on the Qing court and the foreign powers. Zhang Yinghao wrote two new songs and gave them to the art soldiers, who were to accompany the propaganda team to perform throughout the base area, ensuring that the people there understood the reality that if they did not resist, they would be enslaved by the foreigners.

This time the propaganda team not only publicized the traitorous treaties signed by the Qing Dynasty, but also the viciousness and settlement of accounts among the landlord class. The purpose was to enable the people in the base area to have a comprehensive understanding of the landlord class and the Qing court it represented.

After arranging the work at the base, Zhang Yinghao immediately rode to the army's assembly point, where the propaganda team had already begun. Most of the content was already known; only new elements were added, making the comrades' dissemination easy. It primarily denounced imperialist aggression against China, emphasizing that resistance to imperialism required the participation of every citizen, and sounded the alarm for national annihilation. It also portrayed the true reactionary nature of the Qing Dynasty and called on the people to support the Forward Party and the revolutionary army in their armed revolution to overthrow the reactionary rule of the Qing Dynasty.

Zhang Yinghao, riding his horse, saw that some of the propaganda offices were already crowded with people. Two of them even had couplets hanging next to them: "Abolish the treaty, establish a political power, achieve complete independence; redeem the national humiliation, drive out the foreigners, and rebuild the country." Zhang Yinghao immediately stopped and ordered his messenger to find out who wrote these couplets.

At this moment, Zhang Yinghao heard a faint singing voice coming from the stage: "...Oh! Oh! Here they come! Here they come! What's coming? The foreigners are coming! The foreigners are coming! It's bad! It's bad! It's bad for everyone! ... From now on, we are all the cattle and sheep in the foreigner's pen, and the fish in the pot. He can kill us as he pleases, and cook us as he pleases. We can't move at all. Alas! This is the day we all die!"

At this time, the correspondent came back and said: "Chairman, this couplet was written by a comrade named Chen Tianhua. Look, the person on the stage now is Comrade Chen Tianhua."