As for whether the Dongjiang Army had this regulation before, Guo Dajing no longer wanted to know. It is not too late to enact it now.

"Deputy Marshal Chen." Guo Dajing hesitated, but still spoke his mind, "Have you ever heard of military stamps?"

When it comes to military coupons, it is natural to think of the Japanese and their despicable and shameless methods of plundering the wealth of the occupied areas.

But military stamps are not exclusive to the Japanese. Warlords during the Republic of China, the Allies during World War II, and the Soviet Union all issued military stamps.

The true definition of military notes refers to small-denomination banknotes, or vouchers, issued by military institutions and mainly circulated in the military. They are usually issued when a country is involved in or participates in a war.

Since there is a shortage of money, can military coupons be issued within Dongjiang Town as currency for internal circulation? Guo Dajing had this idea before, but he was not a financial major and did not think carefully about it.

After recovering Jinzhou, the most urgent task is to purchase large quantities of weapons, equipment and grain and grass supplies. At the same time, military expansion and war preparations are also important conditions to ensure the security of Jinzhou and launch a major counterattack next year.

Even if the imperial court restored food and salary, it would be based on thirty-six thousand soldiers, or even twenty-eight thousand.

In other words, it is absolutely impossible to expect the imperial court to provide food and salary for Dongjiang Town to expand its army. Therefore, we can only find a way on our own.

Replacing wages with fields and harvests has been implemented, but it is not easy to calculate. Moreover, it is not intuitive enough, and it is not as exciting as holding white money.

In fact, the officers and soldiers in Dongjiang Town really don’t have many places to spend their money after they get their pay. Taking a boat to Shandong Xiaosa is a modern way of transportation, which is convenient and fast.

As for military coupons, apart from being different from silver in appearance, they can also be spent inside Dongjiang Town, and their actual use is not much different from silver.

"...Using military stamps can also prevent the money from flowing out. If the meat rots in the pot, it will be circulated within our Dongjiang Town..."

"When it was first issued, there would definitely be people who didn't believe that the colorfully printed paper could be used as silver. People were more willing to get silver, so we can set a time limit, for example, after one year, they can exchange the full amount of military tickets.

silver."

"If the officials and people who have received the military stamps are still worried, they will probably exchange them for other physical items as soon as possible, such as grain, cloth, etc. This is also good, it is also equivalent to us taking back the money and paying in kind..."

"It's very troublesome for ordinary people to barter. Using military stamps is more convenient than silver. We purchase goods from Shandong and sell them to ordinary people. We can recycle military stamps and promote the development of commerce..."

"Foreign businessmen, if they wish, can also hold military coupons, print some large amounts specifically for them, pay some interest a year, and exchange the amount for gold and silver..."

Whether you are a soldier or a civilian, having military stamps, or vouchers, in your hands can always promote consumption. In the past, food was issued, but now military stamps are issued. You can decide what to buy yourself, and you are more free.

On the surface it looks the same, but in fact it is equivalent to deducting money and giving out less food. After all, there are people who have enough food to eat, but need cotton cloth or other daily necessities.

Moreover, Dongjiang Town has controlled the channels of purchasing from outside, and can still earn some price difference from it. Of course, huge profits are not allowed and impossible. There must be strict regulations on the price increase range.

The navy's ships are idle when they are idle. If they are used effectively, they will save a lot of money on freight and make only a profit.

Guo Dajing finally finished his story, and finally said with uncertainty: "This is just the general's idea. How to improve it, weigh the pros and cons, and when to implement it are still up to Commander Mao and Deputy Commander Chen."

Chen Jisheng listened with rapt attention. Sometimes he smiled, sometimes he was happy, sometimes he frowned. He was still in the process of digesting this new thing.

Li Weiluan's expression also changed, but his eyes lit up. He was obviously very interested and thought it was a suggestion that could be carefully considered.

The key point is that issuing military coupons will, to some extent, mean the relaxation of the military household system and that military pay cannot be withheld arbitrarily.

Just as Mao Wenlong had planned before, after the imperial court restored food and wages, it would only issue food, not wages, and use the money to buy muskets.

But if you have military coupons, you have to issue them. Although it is not cash, it can be exchanged when it expires, so why don't you have to take out the silver? It's just that it has been delayed for a year and a half, which is equivalent to carrying a debt that will have to be paid back sooner or later.

"There are many and complicated clues, and we need to think about it in the long term!" Chen Jisheng did not make an immediate decision, but he still affirmed Guo Dajing's fantastic idea. "This suggestion is very good. It is a good way to benefit Dongjiang in the long run."

Guo Dajing just said it and did not expect to implement it immediately.

The military household system has its own benefits, but it still has a negative impact on mobilizing the enthusiasm of the military and civilians. In his thinking, it is not good to have free deductions and free requisitions.

Just as he wants to use fields to replace military pay and provide preferential policies for military and civilian farming, mobilizing enthusiasm and enthusiasm is the biggest purpose.

It is better to give people a land that can support their families than to keep saying that they hate the country and the family, and are righteous and conscientious, which is more reassuring and inspiring.

Why did the Jianlu fight fiercely? The reason is very simple. If you win, you can get a generous share of the spoils. Why the Mongols are willing to fight with the Jianlu. The same reason is that they can share the spoils and make a fortune.

Guo Dajing always believes that only interests are eternal. If propaganda and propaganda are not implemented, they will definitely not last long.

Fighting desperately against Jianlu, in addition to revenge, should also make people feel more practical benefits. After the Ping Liao, all those who have made contributions will receive generous rewards.

"But how to implement it must be carefully considered and weighed, and it cannot be too hasty." Chen Jisheng changed the topic and said: "We must first ensure the stability of the military and civilians, and it depends on their acceptance of military votes and the negative impact."

Guo Dajing nodded repeatedly and said: "The general also feels that this is a serious matter, so he must be cautious."

Li Weiluan's eyes flashed and he suggested: "Perhaps we can issue a small amount first, starting with the officer's salary."

Chen Jisheng patted Li Weiluan's arm gently, expressing great appreciation for his disregard of self-interest, but he did not immediately give a clear reply and continued to patrol the defense line.

Guo Dajing did not rush. Even if he were to preside over the issuance of military tickets, he would be cautious and try a small amount first, and then make a final decision after seeing the effect.

For trial purposes, the officer's salary is a channel, and the physical items from the rationing system can also be converted into military coupons. The key is to have a certain reserve, whether it is silver, or physical items such as food.

Military tickets must be able to be spent when they are in your hands. If you don’t buy anything, isn’t it just a piece of paper? This is different from money. With money in your hands, ordinary people are not in a hurry, and they don’t panic if they can’t buy anything.

You have to do it well, otherwise don't do it. Overdrawing or ruining your credit is a big deal. How can you win the trust of the military and civilians in the future?

Because of all kinds of worries, Guo Dajing did not go into too much detail. He was trying to take over the issuance of military stamps and other tasks. At least he knew something about it and could not let others do it randomly.

Guo Dajing is most aware of the dangers of the indiscriminate issuance of military notes. The benefits of military notes, or the issuance and use of banknotes, are also obvious.

The defense system of Nanguan has been completed with the full efforts of tens of thousands of soldiers and civilians. The fortifications built now are enhanced field fortifications, which are much less labor-intensive than building tall city walls.

The wide and deep trenches were not filled with water. They froze in winter and turned into smooth roads instead.

The defense system is very different from the traditional one. It does not look as tall and towering as a strong city, but in terms of effectiveness, it is only strong rather than weak. Because everything is based on the principle of giving full play to firepower.

The extensive use of muskets, artillery, and bombs, coupled with the differences in fortifications, clearly told Jianlu that times had changed and war was not the original model.

Civil fortifications can be constructed quickly, and with the addition of defensive equipment such as horses, caltrops, and wagons, the troops also have the ability to resist in the wild.

"It has been more than a month since we recovered Jinzhou." Chen Jisheng walked casually and seemed to talk casually, "The Nanguan defense line has been basically completed, and only the finishing touches are left. You have worked really hard, and you should spend time with your family.

Reunion and relax.”

Li Weiluan's family was in Lushun Fort, which was very convenient, so he didn't care much, so he agreed casually and only stayed for a few days before going back to have a look.

"Are the family members from Dajing coming soon?" Chen Jisheng asked with concern: "Should we wait for the houses in Taipinggou to be built, or should we build a house and a mansion in the village?"

Li Weiluan smiled and said: "It's better to move into Lushun Fort. We can move around more and it will be lively."

Guo Dajing laughed and said: "My wife doesn't like to socialize, it must be due to her background experience. I originally wanted to live with the families of the officers in Taipinggou, but I was afraid that she would give in. I have asked someone to ask how to arrange it.

It’s not too late to wait until we hear back.”

Although there has been no reply yet, Guo Dajing guessed that Axiu would probably choose to live in the village. There were many villagers on the island, so he no longer had to worry about integrating into a strange environment.

Taipinggou is also a good place, a residential area for military officers and a centralized office area. Guo Dajing prefers it.

Chen Jisheng smiled and nodded. With Li Weiluan nearby, it was not easy for him to mention the matter of Fujino Hide.

After the three men completed their inspection, Chen Jisheng found an excuse to stay with Guo Dajing, and faced him alone without hiding. He directly asked him about the affairs of Fujino Hide.

"If you are interested in having a concubine, Mao Shuai is willing to be a matchmaker and make things happen for you." Chen Jisheng said with a teasing smile: "If you follow me, don't let me down."

Guo Dajing didn't expect Mao Wenlong and Chen Jisheng to be matchmakers in their spare time, but when he thought about it, it was also a method of trust and win-win, which was not too strange.

In this case, Guo Dajing did not show any pretense and told the truth that he and Fujino Hide were in love and had made a private engagement.

"I'm just too busy, so I haven't mentioned it to Mr. Fujino Masaru yet. I wonder if he wants to let his daughter be a concubine for the general."

Chen Jisheng laughed and said: "Since you are all happy, then the matter of proposing the marriage will be left to Mao Shuai and a certain family. Dajing is going to be promoted to a general at a young age, and his future is limitless. How can Fujino Masaru disagree?"

"General, I would like to thank Deputy Marshal Chen and Marshal Mao." Guo Dajing thought this was very good. Having such a matchmaker made him more respectable.

Moreover, by doing this before the family members have moved in, it will save a lot of embarrassment. Although according to Axiu's temperament, she will definitely not object.

As for the house, it is very convenient to find one in Lushun Fort or other places and stay temporarily for a few days.

"Deputy Marshal Chen, this is a marriage, it doesn't need to be too public." After Guo Dajing thanked him, he did not forget to remind him: "It's just a concubine. It's made known to everyone. I'm afraid it will arouse criticism. It will be said that the general will be floating and inflated.

Already."

What floats, what swells, these are all nouns.

Chen Jisheng understood it. Even though it was a new term, he nodded with a smile and said, "Don't worry, Mao Shuai and I know what we are talking about."

After Guo Dajing thanked him again, he resigned.

Since Mao Wenlong and Chen Jisheng acted as matchmakers, did they pay for the betrothal gift and save it for themselves?

After much thought, Guo Dajing took out some belongings from the space. He still wanted to show his sincerity, which also made Fujino Hide's face look good.

They don’t want anything from you, they just like you! Following me from North Korea to the island, I don’t mind hardships or tiredness, and I don’t care about being a concubine. What a good girl.

Guo Dajing wrapped his belongings and sent someone to deliver them to Fujinohide. This should make the girl feel at ease. As for his father-in-law, Guo Dajing believed that Fujinohide could handle it.

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Liaoyang.

The men and horses of the two red flags have been withdrawn for more than ten days, but the gloom and gloom have only become lighter and have not completely dissipated.

The 10,000 elite cavalry who went out suffered nearly half casualties and retreated in embarrassment. This was almost the worst defeat since the Jianlu rebellion against the Ming Dynasty. Not to mention that it was a serious loss of vitality for the two red flags.

Each banner has seven to eight thousand men, and the eight banners total more than sixty thousand. Although this is only the main force composed of young and strong men, if all of them are mobilized, the Jianlu can also muster a hundred thousand troops.

However, full mobilization cannot be carried out unless it is absolutely necessary. The Battle of Saarhu happened once, but it has never happened again since then.

Daishan was furious at first and couldn't believe it.

But the fact is that Sahalian's will is depressed, and Wakda is lucky to be alive, but he has become a useless person.

Daishan's first thought was to start again, take revenge, drive the enemy into the sea, or kill them all.

But reason and reality finally prevailed, and Daishan realized that with just the strength of the two red flags, it might be difficult to completely defeat his opponent if they were all deployed.

According to the descriptions of Sahalian and others, the strength of the Lushun Fort guarded by the enemy was not only comparable to that of Ningyuan, but also had more Hongyi cannons than those on Ningyuan City.

Hongyi cannon, but even the army led by Father Khan could not shake the key point of Ningyuan City.

In addition to the Hongyi cannon, the opponent also had sharp muskets, which were many times more powerful than blunderbuss. The chariots and heavy armored soldiers that relied on to attack the enemy had lost most of their effectiveness under the attack of muskets and artillery.

After learning the details of the battle, Dai Shan was secretly frightened, thinking that the two red flags had suffered heavy losses, and it would be difficult for them to undertake the attack on Jinzhou on their own anyway.
Chapter completed!