Chapter 793 The Winning Hand (1, the Second Update Today)

ps: Let me start with everyone, "There will be no China after Yashan, and there will be no China after the fall of Ming Dynasty" is a typical imperial view of history. Therefore, for critics who cannot distinguish between history and fiction, reality and YY, it is recommended to improve their knowledge level first, and to criticize Japan’s imperial view of history, you must first understand its true connotation and why it is like this. Connotation?

Isoroku Yamamoto knew that Horikichi would not do anything to him, and coupled with Nakaso Hiroshi's stimulation, he not only got drunk but also cried bitterly on the night of the 26th. Finally, he and Inoue Narumi stayed overnight at Horichichi's house. I slept well until noon the next day to regain my energy, and asked Zhong Zenghong strangely why there was not much firefight last night, and how is the "rebellion" going now?

"Tokyo City is completely under control, the Military Command and the Navy Ministry are under unified control, Nagata Town coexists peacefully, and people with lofty ideals from all sides gather under their command to fight against corruption..."

"So smooth?" Yamamoto didn't believe his ears.

"Sir, people's support is against us."

This answer immediately choked Yamamoto and made him sulky for half the afternoon. However, Inoue Narumi was more open-minded than him and advised: "Now that the matter has come to this, you also want to be more open-minded. Less exchanges of fire is a good thing. It shows that the navy's vitality is preserved." Come down."

"Yes." Yamamoto Isoroku nodded, and then asked to go out and take a look.

Nakaso Hong did not dare to neglect, and after asking for instructions, he arranged for the two of them to go to the Navy Ministry. Onishi Takijiro, who was busy handling official business with Takasu Shiro, was quite embarrassed when he saw the two of them. Now he finally knew what happened when the two of them were invited to drink, but it was too late to say anything. He only called out "Sir." !" He didn't know what to say, but Yamamoto Isoroku patted him on the shoulder: "Onishi, do a good job, Hori-kun has always valued you."

The two also learned that Keijun Oka had been killed. Narumi Inoue couldn't help but sigh when she thought of this subordinate who was always fighting against him: "The only thing that's bad about him is his mouth and bad temper."

Then the two went to the military headquarters and visited Ito Seiichi, who was also under house arrest. They were speechless to each other, and they didn't know where to start the conversation. Finally, Inoue Narumi said angrily: "You just don't want to listen to me." Yes, if I had compromised earlier, even if I had reformed the awarding of pilots to officers, the situation might not have been like this!"

"It's too late to say anything. His Highness probably regrets it too much." Ito Zhengichi had only one request in the end, "I asked several people and they all said that His Highness's whereabouts are unknown. Can you please tell Chief Yamamoto to talk to Chief Horitayoshi? Please He must show dignity to His Highness."

Yamamoto Isoroku nodded with a heavy heart.

The two also listened to Ryunosuke Kusaka's account of the high-level kendo competition between the Army and Navy, and listened to Keiji Shibasaki's account of the firefight with the Guards Division this afternoon. They did not dare to hear that the Marine Brigade actually beat up the Guards Division. Trust your ears, and the news about the swordsmanship competition is even more ambiguous - the two people, who have experienced many ups and downs in officialdom, are keenly aware that there is no substantive hostile attitude among the top officials of the army. Yamamoto Isoroku also wanted to call Ishihara Wanji. After picking up the phone, he didn't know what to say and finally put the receiver down.

Yamamoto therefore judged that the threat from the army to counter-insurgency by force was not great, and his only concern was the combined fleet, so he asked Horikichi how he planned to arrange it, but he did not expect that the other party would give him a victory or defeat in the blink of an eye.

"What good means have you prepared? Can you defeat the main force of Oikawa's combined fleet? You can't deal with the Koko Yamato! You might even run into the Taiho!"

"I will find a way. In fact, there is one thing you have never understood. Many problems cannot be solved by fighting and killing."

"I admit that you are good at leading troops to fight, and your level of political struggle seems to be not bad now, but you boast so amazingly that I have some doubts."

"This is easy to handle, Matsuda, prepare the car, Yamamoto-kun and I will go to the cinema together."

"A... movie theater?" Inoue Narumi suddenly felt that she couldn't keep up with Horikichi's rhythm, "Watching a movie?"

"Yes! What else can you watch in the cinema without watching a movie?" Horikichi laughed, "Today there is an internal premiere of a new film. I gathered some officers and soldiers, media and social representatives to watch it together. Let's watch it together."

The cinema was packed with seats and people. As soon as Horikichi and others took their seats in the box, the movie officially started.

The film begins with the majestic "Naval March", and then shows the majestic lineup when the main force of the Combined Fleet is fully formed. Everyone in the cinema was shouting and screaming, but for Yamamoto and others who have seen these things often, they have long been tired of it. "Combined Fleet Commander" The title "Sir" made Yamamoto frown and said sarcastically: "Are you going to praise yourself?"

"Don't be anxious, just be patient."

The narration soon started:

"...After the end of World War I, the empire entered a period of rapid development. The construction of the navy was rapid, new warships were launched one after another, and the size of the combined fleet continued to expand... In order to suppress the empire, Britain and the United States led the negotiations on the Washington Naval Arms Treaty, striving to constrain the expansion of the navy. , after arduous negotiations, an agreement was finally reached, and the Imperial Navy obtained 60% of the U.S. naval armament scale and retained the Mutsu battleship.

His Highness the Prince was not satisfied with this and tried to tear up the contract. The healthy forces, led by Admirals Naoma Taniguchi and Katsuyuki Yamanashi, including Generals Horikichi, Yamamoto Isoroku and others, tried to continue to abide by the treaty. Due to the economic strength of the empire, Less than one-seventh of the United States, it is lucky to have 60% of the size of the navy. But the prince refused to listen and launched a political struggle and dismissed all healthy forces. A large number of naval officers were transferred to the reserve force. Only General Yamamoto endured the humiliation and continued to lie dormant, waiting for the opportunity to improve..."

Inoue Narumi interjected: "It seems that this paragraph is about Okkaku personnel affairs..."

Everyone nodded. Horikichi was driven to the company at this time. Yamamoto Isoroku blushed and said "endure the humiliation and bear the burden", which seemed to put gold on his face.

"In fact, the prince fell into the trap of the United States, which tried to use the arms race to bring down Japan... The situation developed quickly as the healthy forces expected. With the outbreak of the economic crisis sweeping the world, the empire was struggling, social unrest, and the people were in great pain. , but the prince was still obsessed with it at this time, and continued to develop armaments after withdrawing from the Treaty of London, which aggravated the suffering of the people... Fortunately, our people were united, endured the humiliation, and were united, and finally overcame the difficulties and built the world's third most powerful navy... …”

Everyone in the cinema applauded enthusiastically.

Inoue Narumi curled her lips: This blame is thrown away well. In fact, Japan's internal and external difficulties are intertwined from many aspects, and now they are all placed on Prince Fushimi Miyahiro.

"Time entered the late 1930s, and a war broke out in Europe. The only naval powers not involved were the Empire and the United States. The empire had a huge space for development. In order to curb the empire's strong rise and continue to occupy Southeast Asian colonies, the United States adopted diplomatic isolation, military blockade, and trade Sanctions, steel and oil embargoes and other means forced the empire to bow its head and continue to succumb to the power of Britain and the United States (Note: In the view of the history of the empire, please pay attention to critical screening). At this time, Admiral Yamamoto had assumed the post of commander-in-chief of the combined fleet. We oppose war based on the balance of power. Therefore, the United States is far stronger than the Empire at this time. Challenging it is like hitting a stone with an egg, which will cause a lot of losses and casualties to the people... But the commander is by no means an irresponsible person. Under the cover of 'peaceful coexistence', he has been On the one hand, he urged the construction of the unparalleled super battleship Yamato; on the other hand, he trained naval aviation with unique vision, accumulated strength, and waited for the opportunity..."

The screen soon showed footage of the construction of the Yamato and the daily training of naval aviation, and everyone cheered: "Onboard!"

"In order to serve the empire, all naval officers train hard according to the system of water, fire, wood, gold, and gold every month. There is never a day off. Commander Yamamoto sets an example by always living and eating at the frontline grassroots level and not going home for many years. However, the restless faction headed by the prince attacks without restraint. Sir, he thought he was cowardly - a real hero is always quick in action but slow in speech. Sir never defended and laughed it off. He only revealed the truth in letters to his friend General Horikichi, and received the latter's full support and strength. assist."

Many letters between the two people appeared on the screen. Yamamoto Isoroku immediately recognized that these were letters he wrote to Horikichi, and murmured to himself: "It's hard for you to preserve them so well."

"In the tense atmosphere of preparations for war, Commander Yamamoto has designed brand-new naval warfare tactics, is ready for war, and is determined to show off to Britain and the United States - either accept our terms or go to war;... The restless faction headed by the prince is now Instead, he became frightened and feared that he would be held responsible if he lost the battle. He resigned from his post as chief of the military command department and only controlled the situation behind the scenes. "

Inoue Narumi smiled slightly: This paragraph of twists and turns was written so seamlessly and logically that only the real parties involved can understand the truth.

"In December of Showa 16, the Japan-US negotiations finally broke down, and the empire declared war on Britain and the United States. Commander Yamamoto led the combined fleet to raid Pearl Harbor and defeated the main force of the enemy's Pacific Fleet except aircraft carriers in one fell swoop. Then our army and navy swept across Southeast Asia, laying the foundation for the Great War in three months. Win..."

There are many battle scenes and victory cheer scenes on the screen. Although all the moviegoers are familiar with it, they still cheer loudly "Onboard!"

"In May of Showa 17, the U.S. military launched a counterattack, and our army repelled its opponents in the Battle of the Coral Sea. However, the U.S. military then used aircraft carriers to sneak attack Tokyo. In order to defend the imperial capital, Governor Yamamoto decided to launch the Battle of Midway... At this time, Governor Yamamoto happened to In the end, the restless faction was shocked by the navy's numerous military exploits and tried to share the credit. They interfered with the formulation of the battle plan and interfered with frontline personnel. The criminal Nagumo Chuichi was finally defeated at Midway Island. All four main aircraft carriers of the mobile fleet were destroyed, and countless naval officers and soldiers were destroyed. The pilot died at sea."

Yamamoto closed his eyes, not daring to recall, and the whole place was silent...

"In order to cover up his crimes, the Prince deceived His Majesty and the people, fabricated the so-called 'Midway Victory', and forced returning naval officers to be hospitalized for 'treatment'. In fact, this was to block information and block audio and video; at the same time, he contacted Britain and the United States in private, begging for mercy... At the critical moment, Commander Yamamoto exposed the conspiracy with the help of the allies. In order to shirk responsibility, the prince asked the commander-in-chief of the Military Command Shitaro Shimada to commit suicide as a scapegoat and reorganized the cabinet. Commander Yamamoto recommended General Horikichi to take over as commander of the combined fleet and lead the expedition. "

The scene on the screen changes to the last night before setting off for the naval battle in the South Pacific, with the two talking at the dock.

The actor who plays Yamamoto: "Hori-kun, how do you plan to start this battle?"

The actor who plays Horikichi: "If there is no other, I will fight my best! Either I will return in triumph, or I will be buried in the sea!"

The audience gave him a standing ovation.