Chapter 278 A century-old navy is not just talk
"The Navy can't be anxious, it must be done step by step. Only in this way can we lay a solid foundation step by step." Lin Chenran spoke softly and comforted softly.
A century-old navy is more than just empty talk!
If you want to build a powerful naval fleet, you must be down-to-earth and proceed step by step.
Although today's Yanguo Navy has reached a certain scale, there is still a gap compared with the world's first-class level.
Currently, there is only one Aegis guided-missile destroyer Linjiang in the entire Yan Kingdom navy, which is struggling to support the situation as the main battleship.
Even if an aircraft carrier is immediately available, without the cooperation of powerful frigates, guided missile destroyers, cruisers, supply ships, submarines and other ships to provide protection, the aircraft carrier will be nothing more than a conspicuous "living target", so The deterrent effect it can exert is quite limited.
This is as dangerous as a young child walking alone in a bustling city holding a priceless gold brick.
Once such a fragile defense system is attacked by the enemy, the consequences will be disastrous.
……
Mr. Zhang couldn't help but sigh deeply.
In fact, Mr. Zhang knew very well that based on the comprehensive strength of Yan State at this stage, it was far from the best time to own an aircraft carrier.
However, whenever he sees the majestic aircraft carrier formations of other countries, his heart is always filled with envy and desire.
Recently, Mr. Zhang has obviously felt that his body is deteriorating. His health is like a candle in the wind, and he seems to have reached the end of his life.
If it hadn't been for the firm belief in the early advent of a domestically produced aircraft carrier that had been silently supporting him, he might not have been able to persist even at this moment.
"Alas..."
A long sigh came, and Old Zhang's face was haggard, and his eyes revealed endless loneliness and sadness. He slowly shook his head and murmured to himself: "I really don't know how sick my body is. Can we still wait until the day when we witness the birth of a domestic aircraft carrier?”
Although Mr. Zhang's voice was not loud, every word seemed to be as heavy as a thousand words, which shocked Lin Chenran.
In his words, there were not only helpless feelings about his own ill-fated fate, but also deep expectations for the future vigorous development of the Yan Kingdom Navy.
This old man who dedicated his life to the country devoted all his efforts to the coastal defense of the motherland.
"Mr. Zhang, please don't scare me by saying such things!"
Lin Chenran on the other end of the phone was shocked when he heard this.
"I also hope that you can represent our navy and personally place an aircraft carrier order for our 704 Shipyard."
"If you fall, who can complete this task?"
Lin Chenran got weird and encouraged the other party in another way,
"Hahahaha! You little devil, my old man is not that easy to die!"
Mr. Zhang suddenly raised his head and laughed, his laughter full of heroism and unyieldingness.
"As long as I still have breath, I will definitely insist on seeing the day when the domestic aircraft carrier is launched. Otherwise, even if I die, I will not rest in peace, and I will not be able to face the martyrs and great men who sacrificed for the country!"< br>
Mr. Zhang's eyes became extremely firm, as if he had seen through the heavy fog the magnificent sight of a domestic aircraft carrier setting sail on the sea.
At this moment, Lin Chenran quickly seized the opportunity and said impatiently: "Mr. Zhang, through in-depth analysis and research on the current project progress and various technical indicators, we can make a more accurate prediction. .”
"If nothing else happens, within the next three years, the domestically produced aircraft carrier we independently developed and manufactured will be able to officially start construction."
When he said these words, he deliberately adjusted his tone and tried to make it sound relaxed and confident, because he fully expected that such words would bring more encouragement and vision to Mr. Zhang.
Upon hearing this, Mr. Zhang's originally dull eyes suddenly seemed to be ignited with a fire, and instantly became extremely bright, as radiant as the bright stars shining in the deep night sky.
Immediately afterwards, a smile as warm and brilliant as the warm spring sun broke out on his weather-beaten face.
However, before Mr. Zhang could respond, Lin Chenran continued to add enthusiastically: "Mr. Zhang, please don't be satisfied with just seeing an aircraft carrier."
"You have to take a look at the powerful formation composed of two aircraft carriers. Such a scene is absolutely earth-shattering and shocking!"
Once a dual-carrier formation is formed, its overall deterrence will be greatly enhanced.
The number of various types of fighter jets will increase significantly, and even the number of various types of warships will also increase accordingly.
In this way, the overall combat capability of the entire fleet will surely achieve a qualitative leap.
"Dual aircraft carrier formation?"
For a moment, Mr. Zhang was also deeply attracted by the picture drawn by Lin Chenran!
He really didn't expect that the navy didn't even have an aircraft carrier, so Lin Chenran was directly thinking about a dual-carrier formation.
Currently, there are only two superpowers capable of developing dual aircraft carrier formations - Yingjiang and Mao Xiong.
In other countries, when you go to sleep, you have everything in your dreams.
For a country, having a powerful aircraft carrier fleet means it has stronger strategic deterrence and actual combat capabilities in the maritime domain.
The dual aircraft carrier formation can further enhance the deterrence effect.
……
Lin Chenran then said: "We only have one aircraft carrier formation, which is far from enough to maintain our vast, vast and magnificent sea territory."
"According to my expectation, at least three to five aircraft carriers are needed to meet the demand!"
At this time, Lin Chenran seemed particularly excited and continued to elaborate on his bolder ideas: "Especially when building the third aircraft carrier, I also plan to work together with the top atomic energy arsenals in the country to build it. An epoch-making nuclear-powered aircraft carrier! ”
Having said this, his eyes sparkled, full of anticipation for this plan.
In today's world, the application of nuclear energy has always been one of the key directions of scientific and technological development in various countries.
Yanguo has achieved remarkable results in nuclear energy research and has successfully ranked among the top in the world in related technical fields.
Lin Chenran’s proposal to use nuclear energy to drive aircraft carriers is not a whimsical idea.
Hearing this, even Mr. Zhang, who has always been calm and sophisticated, couldn't help but be stunned: "What? Boy Lin, did I hear it correctly? You actually said that we can use nuclear power on the third aircraft carrier?" < br>
Currently, only Yingjiang has mature nuclear-powered aircraft carrier technology in the world.
Even its big brother, the powerful Mao Xiong, has not yet been able to have its own nuclear-powered aircraft carrier.
At this time, Lin Chenran confidently revealed to Mr. Zhang that he planned to use a nuclear power drive system on the third domestically produced aircraft carrier.
This news was like a bombshell, instantly making Mr. Zhang speechless.
"Mr. Zhang, please relax!"
Lin Chenran smiled and said firmly: "It's just a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier."
Hearing this, Mr. Zhang was stunned for a moment, and then he couldn't help laughing and scolding: "You kid, you are so awesome!"
"Currently, the only company in the world that owns a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier is Yingjiang. They have complete and mature nuclear-powered aircraft carrier technology!"
"Even our former big brother, Mao Xiong, has not yet successfully developed a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier. You are lucky enough to say that you want to develop a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier. This is really a big deal!"
However, in the face of Mr. Zhang’s doubts and criticisms, Lin Chenran showed no intention of backing down. Instead, he responded more confidently: “Mr. Zhang, if a person has no dreams, what’s the difference between him and a salted fish? ”
"Our country's research on nuclear energy has always been at the world's leading level, and now science and technology are advancing by leaps and bounds."
"I firmly believe that within five years, or maybe even shorter, we will be able to successfully apply nuclear energy to aircraft carriers."
After listening to Lin Chenran's impassioned words, Mr. Zhang showed a smile of relief on his face, but at the same time he shook his head and sighed: "I am afraid that I will not be able to witness the day when the domestically produced nuclear-powered aircraft carrier comes out." "But right now, the thing I am most eagerly looking forward to in my heart is that our country's independently developed aircraft carrier can come out as soon as possible and smoothly!
Mr. Zhang did not think too far-reaching. All he fully expected was that the domestic large-scale aircraft carrier could serve safely.
"I will definitely do it, Mr. Zhang, please wait patiently!"
"When all types of warships in the Navy are fully equipped and perfected, we will be able to officially start the design and development of aircraft carriers."
Although the current military expenditure allocated to the Navy is still distressingly low.
But the 077 Machinery Military Factory has set an excellent example for the Yan Kingdom's military - they bravely go to the world and vigorously promote their own advanced weapons and equipment.
Through this proactive approach, Yanguo's military successfully obtained several considerable orders.
Once sufficient funds were available, Yanguo's military continuously injected these funds into major third-tier military factories, motivating them to go all out to carry out research and development work.
In addition, with the continuous advancement of the domestic reform and opening up policy, the national economy has developed rapidly.
At the same time, the military also implemented large-scale downsizing measures.
Because of this, the originally extremely scarce military expenditure began to increase to a certain extent!
Today's situation is no longer as difficult as it used to be. We need to grit our teeth and tighten our belts to survive.
Mr. Zhang changed his tone and asked about the White Shark frigate and the Yonko cruiser.
This is another matter that he is more concerned about.
"Not long ago, Mr. Pan reported to me."
"The White Shark frigate and Yonko cruiser projects are all going well."
"The construction of the White Shark frigate will begin in two weeks."
"The construction of the Yonko cruiser will take about one and a half months."
Lin Chenran told another piece of good news.
The White Shark frigate and the Yonko cruiser will then enter the Yan Kingdom Navy sequence.
That will enhance the strength of the Yan Kingdom Navy to an epic level.
At that time, Yanguo's navy will be able to defend its own maritime borders.
"Really?"
"That's really good news!"
“I didn’t expect the 704 Shipyard to be so fast!”
Hearing this, Mr. Zhang hesitated for a while, and then a bright smile filled his face.
He knew that the addition of the White Shark frigate and the Yonko cruiser to the Yan Kingdom Navy would greatly enhance its strength and deter the countries in the surrounding waters.
Mr. Zhang asked Lin Chenran for details about the White Shark frigate and the Four Emperors cruiser.
Lin Chenran also told all the "dry stuff" he knew.
Hearing this, Mr. Zhang was very satisfied with the speed of the 704 Shipyard.
Based on the previous frigate bidding, Yanguo Navy purchased a two to three thousand ton frigate.
But that shipyard was still in the process of research and development, and I never expected that the 704 shipyard would be so fast.
The White Shark frigates are all set to begin construction.
The Yonko cruiser also started construction one and a half months later.
This is really a heaven and an earth!
……
Before hanging up the phone, Zhang Laoyu said to Lin Chenran sincerely: "Boy Lin, come to a certain base of our navy in the next few days."
This sudden instruction made Lin Chenran feel like he was in a cloud and completely confused.
He secretly murmured in his heart, why would Mr. Zhang suddenly make such a strange request?
Is there any unknown secret or important task hidden there?
No matter how hard Lin Chenran racked his brains to think, he could not guess the reason.
Mr. Zhang seemed to be aware of Lin Chenran's doubts, but he had no intention of revealing more information. He simply explained a few words and hung up the phone in a hurry.
Faced with this situation, Lin Chenran was full of curiosity, but as a military worker, it was his bounden duty to obey orders.
Since the superior leader has issued clear instructions, he will naturally not hesitate or refuse at all.
Therefore, Lin Chenran immediately asked his assistant Xiaoliang to inform Song Xiyun and ask the latter to come to his office.
Not long after, a burst of rapid footsteps came from far and near, and Song Xiyun was seen rushing into the office in a hurry. Because he ran too fast, he was breathing heavily at the moment, and a layer of fine particles appeared on his forehead. beads of sweat.
"Chen Ran, you called me over in such a hurry, what happened?"
Song Xiyun asked impatiently while stroking her chest with her hands to calm her breath.
"Mr. Song, don't be anxious, please sit over here!"
Lin Chenran quickly stood up to greet him and personally pulled out the chair for Song Xiyun.
After Song Xiyun calmed down his breathing, Lin Chenran slowly said: "I just received a call from Mr. Zhang. He asked me to go to a certain naval base, but the specific reason was not stated clearly."< br>
Hearing this, Song Xiyun couldn't help but frown slightly, and he whispered to himself: "I didn't even give any hint..."
After pondering for a moment, he raised his head and looked at Lin Chenran, and asked softly: "Is there nothing else but this?"
"No, Mr. Zhang only said that we should go to that base, and didn't mention anything else."
Lin Chenran shook his head helplessly.
The two looked at each other and saw deep confusion in each other's eyes.
However, they knew in their hearts that since Mr. Zhang had made such an arrangement, there must be deep meaning behind it.
Perhaps after arriving at the naval base, all the mysteries will be revealed naturally.
"Mr. Song, please help me take care of all the matters in the factory."
"No problem, I will follow up on all matters in the factory."
In the past, when Lin Chenran went on business trips, Song Xiyun would take over all matters in the factory.
……
Lin Chenran left the 077 Machinery Arsenal with a few personal guards and set foot on a certain base of the Yan Kingdom military.
Inside the base, he saw a man whom he greatly respected.
Lin Chenran immediately came forward to greet him warmly: "Old Huang!!!"
(End of chapter)