In the Middle Ages, people drew cards to be promoted to nobility. - Chapter 736

c733 Emancipation Proclamation

“Be bolder?”

Giuliano looked a little strange. Twenty years ago, they had fought side by side.

I knew the strength of Jeanna and others very well.

Strong, of course.

But I’m afraid it’s not as strong as Texas, which has developed for twenty years.

He said tactfully: “Madam, I don’t want you to sacrifice yourself in exchange for victory this time.”

Jeanna couldn’t help laughing and said: “Don’t worry, although only half a year has passed, our strength will not change according to common sense, but don’t forget, we are just getting back the previous strength.”

She paused and said: “In fact, before coming here, the adults had discussed with me how Texas could fight big with small.”

“Mr. Giuliano, Louisiana is a good place, with wide plains and dense river networks, which gave birth to its vigorous plantation economy, but was limited by At this time, the Thirteen Colonies had a very sparse population compared to their vast territory, and had to use a large number of black slaves.

According to what the adults said, at this time in Louisiana, the number of Africans was more than the white people as the ruling class, accounting for more than 60%. Is this true? ”

Giuliano’s expression moved slightly, and he nodded: “It is true. Captain Losa wants to make a fuss about black slaves? But if he does this, will he offend the British too much?”

There is almost no industry in the Thirteen Colonies now, and black slaves account for nearly half of the entire colonial population.

If the Thirteen Colonies are really turned upside down, it would be tantamount to knocking the most dazzling gem on Queen Victoria’s crown, except for India, to the ground.

Jeanna sneered: “I have offended them. The British have a characteristic. In their eyes, weakness is the original sin! Texas must prove itself. Even if it is beaten to death, it has the ability to bite off a piece of their meat. ”

As for whether it will become an “international outcast” if it takes the lead in provoking a war, it is not a problem that Texans should consider at all.

After all, playing with public opinion requires money. With newspapers everywhere, even black can be whitewashed.

Texas obviously doesn’t have the capital.

Giuliano was silent for a moment, then nodded and said, “I understand, let’s do it!”

…

Louisiana, border town.

Two Dixie cowboys were drinking in a tavern. They had red necks that were typical of cowboys, exposed to the sun, two revolvers on their waists, and loose and sturdy long leather pants and long boots.

They had just transported a herd of 300 cattle to this place. After receiving the salary paid by the rancher, they immediately came to the tavern to indulge themselves.

The life of a cowboy is not leisurely. Not only do they have to sleep in the open air, but they also have to face many risks such as wild beasts, gangs, drug addicts, natives, cattle thieves, etc.

Their trip was not smooth. There were six people when they came, but only two of them were left when they arrived.

If they hadn’t been lucky enough to not encounter a cattle riot, the two of them would never have been able to transport the entire herd to the destination.

Among them, the cowboy with a full beard said worriedly: “I heard that Louisiana has been uneasy these days. Let’s take a day off and return as soon as possible.”

Another cowboy didn’t care: “Isn’t it always like this here, especially on the border. Every day, there are reports that people and livestock are taken away and eaten by werewolves, but often those unlucky guys just drank too much and fell to death in the stinky ditch?”

“Man, look at the people in this tavern, who is not armed with live ammunition? This time is different from usual. I’ve asked around, and it seems that there will be a war.”

After drinking a glass of beer, the bearded cowboy continued: “Many states have sent volunteer armies. They claim that this is a new round of Crusades, but everyone knows that they are here to rob.”

The companion couldn’t help but be slightly moved: “Man, this seems to be a Opportunity. ”

“What?”

“Hey, listen, do you really want to be a cowboy for life? Little money, a lot of work, and great risks. If we find a colonial gang to join, maybe after a war, we can also become ranchers. Haven’t you always wanted to have a ranch of your own?”

“Brother, you think very beautifully, but the Texans are not easy to mess with, and those colonial gangs have some real estate companies and financial support behind them. If you don’t know them well, they won’t want you. ”

The bearded cowboy is very realistic. He is no longer dreaming: “Wake up, I have seen too many people who like to fantasize over the years, just like those gold diggers in our hometown. In the end, how many of them really got the gold back?”

The two were drinking when they suddenly heard a commotion on the street.

Following that, the sound of hurried horse hooves rang out, and hundreds of cowboys holding long and short guns killed the military and police who blocked the road and broke into the center of the town.

“Oh my God, which daring gang is this?”

The bearded cowboy quickly pulled him under the table, his voice trembling: “Man, I don’t think it’s a gang. See the golden star on their hat brims?”

“Are they Texans?”

In the tavern, some drunken colonial gangs immediately drew their weapons and fired at the enemies on the street.

The bearded cowboy pressed his companion’s head tightly: “Don’t be impulsive, believe me, this is not a battle we can get involved in.”

Things were just as the bearded cowboy expected. Those cowboys who broke into the center of the town were almost all sharpshooters. The chaotic gunfire lasted only two minutes at most, and then became sparse.

Looking at it now, there was almost no one standing in the tavern, except for the unlucky guy lying on his back against the wall with bullet holes all over his body behind the bar.

“Don’t panic, everyone. We are the border guards of the Republic of Texas. We guarantee your personal safety as long as you don’t attack us first.”

The leader of the cowboy cavalry, Centurion Leon, said loudly.

He immediately raised his chin slightly, signaling the centurions and cornermen under his command to act according to the plan.

There was a noise from the outskirts of the town, and gunshots were heard from time to time.

About half an hour later, Texas cavalry began to return one after another.

They led the black slaves tied with iron chains, and in just a moment, hundreds of black slaves filled the entire square.

“God, these stupid Texans, are they here just to rob these slaves?”

The young cowboy lying under the table was a little confused. Although these black slaves were also important assets, how could they compare to gold, jewelry, and pounds that were easy to carry? Even in the Thirteen Colonies where gangs were rampant, no gangs had ever been heard of robbing black slaves.

The bearded old cowboy guessed: “Maybe it’s because those Texans lack labor.”

But the leader of the Texas cavalry picked dozens of black slaves and ordered them to stand on the stage. He immediately raised an axe and chopped off the black slave’s shackles with an axe in front of his trembling face.

“Black brothers and sisters, I am Leon Basilicata from the Republic of Texas.

You have lived in endless darkness and pain for a long time. You have been deprived of your freedom, forced into slavery, and suffered cruel abuse. Every year when I come to this town, I can see the bodies of black people hanging on the gallows. Are you really willing to live as a slave forever and ever, for your descendants?”

The heavy cart was pushed over.

Leon lifted the tarpaulin covering it, revealing the densely packed guns inside: “Black brothers, stand up and resist, let those villains who oppress and discriminate against you witness your anger!”

“No one is born to be a slave, no one is born superior because of skin color, for your freedom, for your descendants!”

The deafening roar was like a thunderbolt thrown into the ears of every black slave present.