Chapter 1060 The coup
Kabul, the capital of the Kingdom of Afghanistan, the residence of Prince Akbar, was in a secret room, and several middle-aged people gathered here. ○ Colonel Niu Zhiyang, the representative of the Imperial Military Intelligence Bureau, looked at the side with a smile. These middle-aged people are senior generals of the Afghan army and are subordinates of Prince Akbar. They were summoned today to subvert the rule of Dost Mohammed Khan.
When Muhammad Khan was imprisoned in India by the British, Akbar served as the chief of the Barakzai tribe and led the tribe to fight against the British. Although he was still defeated by the British in the end, this gave him a great influence in the Barakzai tribe. Especially in the army, there were many subordinates. This was even worse than his brother Scher Ali Pama.
However, due to the differences of opinion between Prince Akbar and Dost Mohamed Khan, Dost Mohamed Khan no longer intends to pass the Emir position to Prince Akbar. He likes Prince Scher Ali even more, so Prince Akbar's power in the army has been hit in the past few years. But even so, Prince Akbar still has his own influence in the army.
For example, more than half of the troops left in Kabul are controlled by Prince Akbar. Among the recruited troops, many generals are also the confidants of Prince Akbar. After all, in order to resist the invasion of the Chinese army, the Kingdom of Afghanistan has sent out a large number of troops. In order to ensure victory, Dost Mohammed Khan sent out many generals loyal to him. This directly made Prince Akbar's chance of success in launching a coup.
"Everyone, Dost Mohammed Khan is old. His thinking can no longer keep up with the development of the times. His foreign policy has proved to be a failure now. The Kingdom of Afghanistan cannot continue to follow the British, otherwise, when the Chinese attack Kabul, Afghanistan will be destroyed." Prince Akbar said loudly to his supporters.
Everyone nodded repeatedly. If they had not had much opinion on Dost Mohammed Khan's foreign policy at the beginning, then now, with the continuous defeat of the frontline, they also felt a great threat. After all, they were all nobles of the kingdom. If the kingdom was destroyed, their interests would be greatly affected.
"That guy Sher Ali knew that he was bewitching Dost Mohammed Khan. The current Afghan Kingdom has reached its most critical moment. As Emil's eldest son, I can no longer watch the kingdom develop like this. I must find a way to save the kingdom. Therefore, I hope you can help me. As long as you succeed, you will be the heroes of the kingdom!" Prince Akbar looked at everyone.
"Your Highness, what you need to do, just give orders directly! We are all loyal to you!" said a burly middle-aged man. In his opinion, if Prince Scher Ali becomes Emir, those who are close to Prince Akbar will definitely not have a good ending. In this case, it would be better to fight to the death.
"Very good. Everyone. I am going to launch a coup in Kabul, replacing Dost Mohammed Khan and becoming the new emir of the Kingdom of Afghanistan!" Prince Akbar said word by word.
Even though these people were already prepared, when Prince Akbar clearly stated that he wanted a coup, everyone still couldn't help but take a deep breath. This was to tie his head around his belt. If it was not done well, the head would have to fall to the ground.
"Now more than half of the troops in Kabul are in our hands. If a sudden attack is launched, we will have a great chance of winning." Prince Akbar said.
These middle-aged people are all generals in the army, so they naturally understand this truth. If they launch a sudden attack, then they are really likely to conquer Kabul. However, launching a coup does not mean that they can go outside the Kingdom of Afghanistan. Even if Prince Akbar becomes an Emir, how do they need to deal with the attacks of the Chinese?
"Your Highness, after we have gained the rule of Afghanistan, how should we deal with the attacking Chinese people?" someone asked.
"Everyone, I will introduce you to someone. This general is General Niu from the Chinese Empire!" Prince Akbar said with a smile.
"Good evening for everyone!" Colonel Niu Zhiyang smiled opposite his face.
Everyone suddenly realized that Prince Akbar launched a coup because he had received support from the Chinese Empire, or that His Highness colluded with the Chinese Empire. No matter which statement, it was no longer important. What is important is that as long as the coup was successful, the Chinese Empire would not destroy the Afghan Kingdom and their interests would be preserved.
"Everyone, I have decided. After I become the Emir of the Kingdom of Afghanistan, I will change the foreign policy of the Kingdom of Afghanistan. The Chinese Empire is already the hegemon of the world. The Kingdom of Afghanistan can only obtain peace and greater development only if it is effective in loyalty to the Empire of China." Prince Akbar said. In his opinion, the strength of the Kingdom of Afghanistan and the Empire of China is too great. Even if the Chinese Empire uses a little finger, it can easily crush the Kingdom of Afghanistan to death.
Everyone nodded repeatedly and was not ashamed to be loyal to the Chinese Empire. After all, the Chinese Empire is now equivalent to the overlord of the world. In history, these tribes living in the Afghan Kingdom have also expressed their loyalty to the Central Plains dynasty.
"In addition, after the war is over, the Chinese Empire will support the Kingdom of Afghanistan to become a powerful country in the Muslim world, and even one day I will become a caliph! At that time, everyone will be important officials of the dynasty!" Prince Akbar promised everyone.
Everyone's eyes were shiny. The Caliph was the supreme ruler of the Muslim world and was now being served by the Sultan of the Ottoman Turkish Empire. Of course, it was very difficult for the Emir of the Kingdom of Afghanistan to become the Caliph of the Muslim world. However, if there is support from the world's number one power, then everything is possible.
"Everyone, on behalf of the Chinese Empire, I officially announced to you that we are very optimistic about Prince Akbar and believe that Prince Akbar is the ruler that the Kingdom of Afghanistan really needs. Moreover, the Empire of China will fully support Prince Akbar to become the emir of the Kingdom of Afghanistan. In the future, the Kingdom of Afghanistan will also become the spokesperson of the Chinese Empire in the Muslim world!" Colonel Niu Zhiyang also expressed his opinion.
Colonel Niu Zhiyang's words were a reassurance for everyone. They were relieved and knew that Prince Akbar had really colluded with the Chinese Empire. Then, the prospect of launching a coup was undoubtedly very beautiful.
The generals present showed their loyalty to Prince Akbar.
Afterwards, Prince Akbar issued an order asking everyone to go back and prepare the troops, and act on time tomorrow night, capture the palace, abolish Dost Mohammed Khan, and at the same time, kill Prince Ser Ali, and completely eliminate the future troubles.
On the evening of September 19, 1854, Kabul, the capital of the Kingdom of Afghanistan, had entered a curfew. Due to the defeat of the front-line army, the entire area north of the Hindu Kush Mountains fell into the control of the Chinese army. The British and British and Indian troops chose to cross the Hindu Kush Mountains and fled back to Kabul. Now, they are trekking through the mountains and ridges. Similarly, the Chinese army is also rushing to Kabul.
In order to ensure the stability of Kabul, Dost Mohammed Khan ordered Kabul to enter a curfew from now on. Without a pass issued by the royal palace, no one is allowed to wander on the streets. Once caught by patrolling troops, they will be executed directly as dangerous elements.
In the palace, Dost Mohammed Khan was talking to his favorite son Prince Scher Ali.
"The current situation is already very dangerous for us. Although the British claimed that after they retreated to Kabul, they would fight a defense battle in Kabul. A large number of British troops will come from India. However, I don't believe it. We are likely to be unable to defend Kabul!" Dost Mohammed Khan was a little disappointed, and his body was also ups and downs. He finally became the Emir of the Kingdom of Afghanistan again, but unexpectedly, the ending was like this.
"Father, what should we do?" Prince Scher Ali was also a little anxious. He was a good player in how to please Dost Mohammed Khan, but if he had to deal with national affairs and lead troops to fight, he was far from a rival to Prince Akbar.
"Tomorrow morning, you go to India! No matter what, we will leave a way out for the Balaczai Dynasty!" said Dost Mohammed Khan.
"Father, why don't we go to India together! We will come back after the British defeated the Chinese!" said Prince Schell Ali.
"This is impossible! Unless I stick to Kabul, the British will not treat you well. Even if I die in Kabul, it is worth it. Only in this way can the British continue to support you!" Dost Mohammed Khan's eyes were full of pity.
Prince Sher Ali nodded. He didn't want to wait for death in Kabul. If he could escape to India and wait for the end of the war, it would be the best!
"Bang! Bang!" A sound as crisp as fried beans suddenly sounded.
"What's going on?" Dost Mohammed Khan's face turned over.
"Boom!" The sound of shell explosions came from Kabul City. (To be continued, please search for Astronomy, novels are better, updated and faster!
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