My Italian: Chapter 362 Li Zhongtang\'s visit to Italy Chinese

Of course, the evening newspaper in Rome published a photo of Li Zhongtang shaking hands with Foreign Minister Bacona on the front page. The next day, major Italian newspapers also published this photo in a conspicuous position.

However, the newspapers paid more attention to Li Zhongtang and his party than this. The major newspapers sent people to follow Li Zhongtang and his party to report at any time.

For example, His Excellency Li Zhongtang, a politician from the Qing Dynasty, and Prime Minister Antonio laughed together at the welcome dinner and discussed the development of the Far East market. The two sides exchanged opinions and reached some consensus. (In essence, Li Zhongtang and Antonio were just talking about the weather, and Antonio was concerned about Li Zhongtang's health.)

Newspapers scrambled to report on Li Zhongtang, also because the people liked to see this old political man in the Far East. This may be due to distance, because the Far East is too far away from Italy, so many news about the two can only be known through newspapers and other media. And the media is full of words of praise for him, even if the Qing army is poor and weak, it is interpreted as his love of peace.

As for Borneo, the local Chinese are relatively wealthy, and although their living habits are different, most of them are good-natured and highly praised.

So this also led to people's curiosity about the Qing Dynasty, especially when someone guided it. Moreover, this Li Zhongtang was also a politician and prime minister of the Qing Dynasty, and had a huge influence on the Qing Dynasty, which further aroused the public's interest in Li Zhongtang. Even what dishes Li Zhongtang ate, what he said, who he commented on, and so on.

Do you feel that Li Zhongtang has the potential of a superstar, and his every move can attract the attention of thousands of people. Well, even if Li Zhongtang knew about it, he wouldn't care about it, because he had a lot of things to pay attention to.

At the proving ground of the Beretta Arms Company in Brescia, Li Zhongtang and his party looked at a newly built Maxim machine. The company's chief designer, Hiram Stevens Maxim, introduced the latest Maxim machine to Li Zhongtang. Qin machine gun.

"Prime Minister Li, this is the latest model 1895 machine gun of our company. The total weight of the gun is 69KG, of which the gun body weighs 26.9kg, the cooling water 4kg, and the tripod weighs 38.1KG. The gun still uses canvas for the feeding system. A non-disintegrating ammunition chain. Considering that stray bullets and shrapnel may damage the cooling water sleeve, an additional small round shield is added. "

Maxim pointed to the small round shield behind the muzzle and introduced it, and then he briefly introduced some other changes. Of course, these are basically for Li Zhongtang, and the intention is obvious.

Of course, just an introduction is not enough. Actual combat is the best test standard. Mr. Maxim personally operated this heavy machine gun for a demonstration.

"Now we just need to aim at the target in front and pull the trigger on both sides."

Following Ma Keqin's words, there was a roar of heavy machine guns. "Da da da da da..."

Twenty or thirty targets standing in front of them were shredded by machine guns at a speed visible to the naked eye.

Li Zhongtang, who was watching from the side, was not surprised, but some of the entourage who had never seen Maxim's shooting were different, and they stared at everything in front of them dumbfounded.

After the demonstration was over, Li Zhongtang asked.

"Mr. Ma Keqin, how much is your new-style electric gun?"

"One machine gun costs 20,000 lire. If you buy more than 50 guns, our company can reduce the price to 19,000 lire. In addition, each machine gun is equipped with 3,000 rounds of ammunition."

Faced with Li Zhongtang's inquiry, Ma Keqin immediately gave the price, even offering discounts.

Since Ma Keqin was so enthusiastic, and the stun guns were really good, Li Zhongtang also placed an order for 50 guns. Anyway, it is not expensive, and it is still affordable.

After that, Li Zhongtang continued to visit the Italian industry, the textile and chemical industry in Milan, and he saw the shocking scene of thousands of people working together.

Turin's steel and military industry made him feel the charm of heavy industry and the speed of mass production of artillery. As for Genoa's shipbuilding industry, the launch of a cruiser also left a deep impression on Li Zhongtang.

Of course, during this period, Li Zhongtang activated his banknote ability. Rifles, artillery, and even warships were all within Li Zhongtang's purchase range. Of course, Li Zhongtang also bought in moderation. For example, he bought a 2,000-ton fast cruiser for warships, and equipped artillery and rifles with 5,000 tons.

When Li Zhongtang was observing the strength of Italy, he had been waiting in his heart, waiting for the reply from the Italian government. That's right, when the welcome dinner was held, Li Zhongtang took the opportunity to propose to Prime Minister Antonio that he wanted to use Italy's hand to provide temporary assistance to the Huai Army.

It's just that this matter was delayed by Antonio on the grounds that this matter was of great importance, and that it was very likely to change Italy's foreign policy towards the Qing Dynasty, and that it needed careful consideration.

Of course, Li Zhongtang can also dance with long sleeves. He then said that he understands the concerns of the Kingdom of Italy, so he can go around first to see the industrialization of Italy, and then give an answer when he comes back.

Well, now it took a week to wander around, and it's almost done. It was also time for Li Zhongtang to prepare to return to Rome. When he thought of the possible answer from Italy, he suddenly felt a little uncertain.

"How will this person respond?"

Li Zhongtang was sitting on a float specially prepared for him, looking at the exotic scenery outside the window, and said with some worries about gains and losses.

It stands to reason that he is already 74 years old, which is considered to be a rare grade in ancient times. Why is he still so worried about gains and losses?

Isn't there a saying that the older you are, the less courageous you are? Li Zhongtang, who has been rare since ancient times, has held a lot of power for most of his life. This man must not be powerless for a day. He is talking about people like Li Zhongtang, who care about gains and losses when it comes to power Purely normal.

"Father, I think people will accept it."

The eldest son, Li Jingfang, told Li Zhongtang's questioning eyes~www.mtlnovel.com~ and gave his reasons. "In my opinion, this Italian only pays attention to practical benefits. As long as we give enough practical benefits, can this Italian be able to shirk?"

"Having said that, how should we give Shili now. Father has resigned from the positions of Governor of Zhili and Minister of Commerce of Beiyang. It is not easy to give Shili now."

The second son Li Jingshu asked his inner thoughts.

That's right, it is well known that Italians value profit. The question is what Li Zhongtang should do to make Italians irresistible to join the court. This is a problem.

Faced with Li Jingshu's questioning, the eldest son Li Jingfang couldn't speak now.

Well, Li Zhongtang saw the performance of the two sons. I'm not used to having no one around here to give me an idea. The imperial court is really mean and ungrateful, besides his two sons, Yu Shimei is the only one. Although he is also his aide, he is not good at strategizing, but he is a first-class player in memorial documents. It is better to think about it yourself if you ask him.

Of course, no matter how Li Zhongtang thought about it, the train brought him back to Rome.

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