In the manor on the banks of the Spree River, Gao Jiu met Gustav again.

This time, Gao Jiu wanted to take the initiative in the conversation, and he directly talked about issues related to the military industry. He said: "Mr. Gustav, the artillery produced by your Krupp company is the best artillery in the world. I have used these artillery, which is really great!"

Gustav, obviously interested in the topic, asked: "Have you used all of our artillery? What do you think of them?"

Before coming, Gao Jiu did his homework and reviewed the classic artillery produced by Krupp one by one. His data were very detailed and the comments were appropriate. It could be seen that it was not a general term, but had conducted in-depth research on these artillery. Gao Jiu's serious attitude was first recognized by Gustav.

Gustav also opened up when talking about the cannons produced by the Krupp Company. When talking about the excitement, his face was covered with a faint blush, which showed his deep feelings for the Krupp artillery and his pride for them.

William suddenly felt a little ashamed when he saw Gao Jiu talking about the artillery of the Krupp Company. As an important member of the Krupp family, he was especially a graduate student studying mechanical manufacturing. His understanding of the Krupp Company's products was not as good as that of a Chinese from the far east. He now found that what he wanted to learn from Gao Jiu was not only advanced scientific and technological knowledge, but also his attitude towards doing things, especially in his studies, and he would be more serious and rigorous in the future.

William joined the discussion from time to time, and the atmosphere of the conversation between the three people was very harmonious.

Gustav was a shrewd businessman, and of course he could guess Gao Jiu’s purpose. In the end, he first mentioned the design drawings of the Tiger tank provided by Gao Jiu.

He said with some regret: "I have read the tank drawings you designed, and the relevant technicians in our company have also seen them. It is certain that this is a very advanced tank. Unfortunately, our company no longer has the tank manufacturing business now, and your design does not adopt Krupp's artillery system, so we may not be able to cooperate in this matter."

Gustav’s implication is that Gao Jiu cannot provide help to Krupp, so in turn, Krupp cannot provide help to Gao Jiu.

He guessed that Gao Jiu had worked so hard to get close to him and would definitely raise very difficult questions. He said this first and stopped Gao Jiu from asking questions in advance.

Gao Jiu smiled and said: "The Tiger tank is an offensive weapon, using 88mm cannons because its chassis is insufficient to bear larger caliber artillery. Besides, tanks are not the best platform to exert the power of artillery. I have a design plan that is more suitable for Krupp artillery."

When Gustav heard this, he became interested and immediately said, "Tell me, what kind of design plan is it?"

Gao Jiu took out two drawings of self-propelled artillery, which were two self-propelled artillery produced in Germany that appeared in 1942.

One is the "Grizzly" self-propelled artillery, which uses the 150mm infantry gun produced by Krupp. The other is the "Wild Bee" 150mm self-propelled howitzer, which uses the 150mm SFH18 howitzer produced by Krupp.

Gustav picked up the reading glasses on the coffee table and looked at them seriously. After a while, he said, "This is a very good design. Our Krupp's artillery can be installed on such a chassis."

The longer William and Gao Jiu were in contact with each other, the more they found that Gao Jiu seemed to be a kaleidoscope, and they would easily change into very exciting new tricks. Gao Jiu's knowledge of mechanical manufacturing is not only very advanced, but also very comprehensive.

He was sure that Gao Jiu's level in mechanical manufacturing was far beyond the level of all professors in the Department of Mechanical Manufacturing at the Imperial University of Berlin. He also picked up the drawings and studied them with interest.

Gustav now recognizes Gao Jiu's talent in weapon design. But he still feels a little regretful. He said: "Young man, the weapons you designed are very good, but now our company can no longer produce armored weapons. We cannot produce the self-propelled artillery you designed. Even if I can recommend these weapons to other companies to produce them, it is still unknown whether the self-propelled artillery you mentioned is what the German Wehrmacht needs."

Gao Jiu asked: "Mr. Gustav, based on your understanding of the head of state, do you think he would like such self-propelled artillery?"

Gustav shook his head and said, "As far as I understand, the German Wehrmacht does not have the idea of ​​using a large number of armored weapons. I'm afraid they don't need the Tiger tanks and self-propelled artillery you provide."

Gao Jiu smiled and said, "You are right. The current tactical thinking of the German army lacks a correct understanding of the use of armored weapons.

However, this is the past. With the development of military industrial technology, the German army's tactical thinking is about to undergo a major change. In the near future, armored weapons will become the main force on the battlefield.

Currently in Germany, someone has specialized in the impact of armored weapons on the war mode in the future battlefield. If you have your help, I am sure to convince the German Wehrmacht to reform the original backward tactical ideas and adopt a large number of armored weapons. Of course, including the self-propelled artillery we just talked about, I believe this will definitely bring a large number of artillery orders to the Krupp Company."

To be honest, Gao Jiu's tone was a bit too big. He was a young man from a backward country in the far east, and wanted to convince the German Wehrmacht to change his original tactical ideas. However, for some reason, Gustav actually had great expectations and hoped that Gao Jiu could give it a try. Of course, he hoped that Gao Jiu would succeed, which would bring huge profits to Krupp.

He said: "Young man, I hope you try it. What kind of help do I need me to provide you?"

Gao Jiu said: "You don't need to come forward for the time being, William can help me do this."

William didn't expect that he could play such a big role, and asked with interest: "Mr. Gao, what kind of help do you need me to provide?"

Gustav didn't want Gao Jiu to get his grandson involved in any risk. He looked at Gao Jiu vigilantly and asked, "What do you want William to do?"

Gao Jiu said: "I hope he will help me introduce a person, General Guderian, the Director of the Armored Forces of the German General Staff. He is an important figure in the reform of the German army as I call it. I want to help him convince the German Wehrmacht to change the existing tactical ideas and adopt a large number of armored weapons."

Due to business relationships, Gustav knew Guderian and William also knew him, but Guderian was only a major general at this time, and since his armored weapons were not valued by the German Wehrmacht, he also borrowed Wuming.

Gustav asked in confusion: "Can Guderian convince the German staff, especially the Head of State?"

Gao Jiu smiled and said, "What's wrong with giving it a try?" When he said this, the expression on his face was full of confidence.

Gustav was infected by Gao Jiu's optimism, and he also smiled and said, "It's right."

He is now more and more fond of the young man in front of him. He is a smart man. He knows that Gao Jiu has so much effort to help Krupp, so he must have his own purpose. He asked bluntly: "Young man, if you come to me, you must have something to ask me for help. What is your purpose?"

Gao Jiu said: "I came to Germany this time to transport the batch of weapons that Germany had already agreed to back to China. Our soldiers need weapons and ammunition. We cannot let them take big swords to deal with the Japanese who were armed to the teeth. This matter requires the consent of your head of state. Therefore, I hope you can help me and meet your head of state."

Gustav had a close personal relationship with the German head of state. During the process of the German head of state gaining supreme power, the Krupp family provided him with a lot of economic assistance. Although Hitler did not want the Krupp family to monopolize the German arms industry and appropriately restricted the Krupp company, this did not prevent the German National Defense Force from purchasing Krupp's weapons from a large number of weapons, bringing a lot of profits to the Krupp company every year. Therefore, the two always maintained a good relationship.

Gustav nodded and said, "Young man, you are very good. I like a patriotic person like you. In this way, if you can convince the German Military Industry Department to adopt your design, I will not only help you meet the head of state, but also help you convince the head of state and fulfill your commitment to the weapons purchased by China."

As the saying goes, the road is turning, and the scenery is dark and the flowers are bright. Gao Jiu originally only hoped that Gustav would help him meet the head of Germany, but he did not expect that he could get Gustav's help, which was really a surprise.

He said, "Thank you so much. After this matter is completed, not only will I thank you, but all our anti-Japanese soldiers in China will also thank you."

Gustav was very happy and invited Gao Jiu to have dinner.

The next morning, Gao Jiu, accompanied by William, came to the German Wehrmacht General Guderian, and met the famous General Guderian in the future.

Gudery's safety name Heinz William Gudery, who, Manstein and Rommel were later known as the three most famous German generals during World War II. They were the founders of the famous tactical "Blitzkrieg".

Goodrian is 46 years old, with a majestic appearance, a tall nose bridge, deep eye sockets, and a pair of blue eyes, with bright eyes. When he saw William, he said happily: "William, why do you have time to see me?"

William said: "Uncle Goodrian, you have given us great help before. My grandfather invited you to visit his manor when you have time."

Guderian was very happy. He said with some regret: "Your grandfather is a respectable old man. It's a pity. Now, the main purchasing targets of armored soldiers have been replaced by other companies. However, I have a new idea and believe that I will re-purchase Krupp's weapons in the future. Go back and tell your grandfather that I will visit you when I have time."

At this time, he noticed Gao Jiu beside William, and he asked, "William, is this Oriental man your friend?"

William nodded and said, "Yes, Uncle Guderian, this Mr. Gao Jiu from faraway China is my good friend. My grandfather also admires him very much and says Mr. Gao is a rare talent."

William's words obviously improved Gao Jiu's status in Guderian's heart. He looked at Gao Jiu, shook hands politely with Gao Jiu, and said, "Welcome! Friends from ancient China."

Speaking of this, he suddenly remembered something. He looked at Gao Jiu again and asked in confusion: "I heard that China has produced a famous general who has achieved amazing results in the battle against Japan. His name seems to be Gao Jiu. I wonder if you are the same person?"

Gao Jiu is really famous, especially in Germany. This is mainly due to Bazer, who specially published articles in German newspapers and magazines to introduce Gao Jiu in detail. Therefore, Guderian had a deep impression of Gao Jiu.

Gao Jiu nodded and said, "Dear General Guderian, I am Gao Jiu from Taohua Mountain in China. Thank you for your praise. I have only achieved some small achievements in the battle against Japan, mainly because the target of the combat is the Japanese. If you encounter the German army, you may not be able to take advantage."

Gao Jiu's words were neither humble nor arrogant, and he deliberately belittled the Japanese and raised the status of the German army.

Guderian was a standard professional soldier, and he was obviously more interested in what was happening on the battlefield. He asked: "Which country does you think the German army is more powerful than the Japanese army? What is the difference between them?"

Gao Jiu said: "To be honest, the German army and the Japanese army are both one of the most powerful armies in the world. They all share common characteristics: "well-equipped, well-trained, strict military discipline, and strong fighting will. Taking the Japanese army as an example, although they have few troops, they currently have an overwhelming advantage on the Chinese battlefield. I have achieved some results in fighting against Japan, mainly because of the flexible and changeable tactics. If we fight head-on with the Japanese army, we are still not opponents of the Japanese army."

Originally, in Guderian's mind, the poor and backward China was really far behind and the industrialized power Japan, and it was even incomparable. After the war between China and Japan, the Japanese army gained an overwhelming advantage, which also strengthened his impression. Gao Jiu's practical attitude was approved by Guderian. He did not look down on him because of Gao Jiu's modesty, but instead increased his respect for Gao Jiu.

He asked, "Mr. Gao, what do you think is the gap between the German and Japanese troops?"

Gao Jiu still said truthfully: "Although the Japanese army's combat power is strong, they still have a big gap compared with the German army.

First of all, Germany has a higher degree of industrialization, more advanced military technology, and its country's resources are superior to Japan. Therefore, the German army is ahead of the Japanese army's equipment.

Secondly, the Germans have a more rigorous personality and a higher level of training, mainly because of their superior collaboration. In terms of discipline, the German army's compliance with discipline comes from conscious compliance, and the Japanese army's strict discipline, and the soldiers are more numb and blind.

Again, although the Germans have a rigorous personality, they are more creative, have a strong sense of innovation in their tactical ideas, and it is easier to grasp the initiative on the battlefield. The Japanese army's tactics are very rigid, and their tactics have almost remained unchanged from the Russo-Japanese War to the present.

The last point, and the most important point, is that the strategic structure of the top Japanese troops is relatively narrow, which is determined by the characteristics of their nation. They have dual personalities, arrogant, conceited, inferior, timid, greedy and lack a view of the overall situation. This determines that they will definitely make fatal strategic mistakes in the future, leading to their ultimate failure.

Therefore, I think the Japanese army is inferior to the excellent German army in overall combat capabilities.”

Gao Jiu's analysis was very accurate, and Guderian believed that it was a realistic one. Gao Jiu was an excellent general, and he had such a high evaluation of the German army, which made Guderian very happy.

Guderian asked about the process of some battles carried out by Gaojiu Institute and also gave positive affirmation of the flexible and changeable tactics adopted by Gaojiu Institute.
Chapter completed!