"The Tatars will definitely attack at night."
Although the initial battle was successful, Yu Lichun had already begun to study the subsequent battle plan.
His judgment was unequivocal.
This is not his wild guess, but the experience summed up by the New Army after many battles.
Because the weapons and equipment of the new army are much stronger than the enemies of this era.
If the opponent wants to win, he must find a way to narrow the gap in weapons.
Rain battles and night battles are good ways to prevent the new army's weapons from exerting their power.
The enemy knows it, and the new army certainly knows it too.
"Tell the whole army to work harder today and we will give the Tatars a surprise."
Night fell quickly, and the smell of blood lingered in the air.
The new army's front line gradually disappeared into the darkness, as if it did not exist.
Later in the night, the fourth watch.
The faint sound of rustling began to get closer.
In order to avoid making any noise, the Eight Banners soldiers who attacked at night all took off their armor and got rid of useless encumbrances.
They only carried one weapon.
As long as they rush into the new army's camp, it will be victory.
It was difficult to distinguish in the dark. In order to prevent the soldiers from getting separated, the people behind held the belts of the people in front. The scene was very funny.
But if the opponent is not prepared, the consequences will not be funny at all, but also very scary.
Hollow and Ildon were at the forefront of the army.
These generals usually eat well, so they don't suffer from night blindness. At the same time, in order to embolden the entire army and set an example, we can only walk in the front.
Ilden kept his body as short as possible, staring straight ahead, his heart almost jumping into his throat.
The defeat during the day made everyone in the Eight Banners fearful of the new army.
This battle tonight will be the key.
If we win, the Eight Banners will still be the same invincible Eight Banners.
If they lost, Ildon didn't think it would be possible for them to capture Port Arthur.
Fortunately, the front of the New Army's defense line was fairly flat, so they didn't encounter much trouble as they moved forward in the dark.
It is estimated that the journey should not be far from the New Army's camp.
Ildon couldn't help but quicken his pace, wanting to get through this last ordeal immediately.
Suddenly something tripped under his feet, causing pain on the soles of his feet.
Fortunately, no sound came out, and Ilden's heart rose and fell.
He leaned over and touched something under his feet, which seemed to be an iron lump.
He only thought they were items left over from the battlefield during the day and didn't care. He immediately moved his feet away, trying to throw away the things that were in the way.
But the moment he moved his feet away, there was a sudden explosion on the ground.
In the flash of lightning, Ilden felt as if his body had been penetrated by countless steel needles. The intense and bone-piercing pain made him unable to bear it at all, and he let out a desperate and shrill scream.
But in the eyes of others, the scene was even more terrifying.
Because Ilden's body became several pieces, all flying randomly in the air.
Why can others see it?
Because the fire of the explosion has lit up this area.
When Ildon stepped on a landmine, Hollow was leading another team three hundred meters away.
This accident made him panic.
He couldn't care less, drew his sword and roared.
"Kill, kill them all!"
Obviously the explosion of the mine will definitely alert the new army, and this is the last chance for the Eight Banners soldiers.
Once you fail to grasp it, failure will be inevitable.
The originally silent night quickly began to boil.
Thousands of Eight Banners soldiers no longer concealed their whereabouts, and strode forward one after another.
However, before they ran too far, there was a sudden flash in front of them.
Immediately, overwhelming firelight illuminated the earth.
Under the countless torches, the infantry of the new army had already formed a formation and were waiting.
He Luohui's scalp was numb.
Unexpectedly, the Shandong New Army not only had good weapons and equipment, but also had such superb tactical literacy.
But the army that has already started charging must not stop. Even if it turns around, it will become a living target.
The front of the new army formation is open and there is no obstacle. Maybe they can take advantage of the poor visibility to rush over.
Just as he was thinking this, countless fire heads were thrown from the rear of the new army column.
Soon these flames fell on the path of the Eight Banners soldiers' charge.
Each fire head is a weak light source, but the countless fire heads added together make the world seem like daylight.
He Luohui shouted hurriedly: "Step on the fire to put it out."
The nearby soldiers heard it and immediately stepped on it.
The reality shocked the Jurchens.
"Uh-huh, these fires can't be quenched."
He Luohui was stunned, thinking how could there be an eternal fire?
He personally raised his feet to try, but not only did he not step on the fire extinguisher, the strong flames also set his shoes on fire.
The night is no longer an obstacle, then it is the turn of the new army.
Beep……
Bang bang bang bang…………
Amidst the loud gunfire, the charging Jurchens fell one by one.
At this time, they were even more miserable than during the day.
When fighting in the daytime, they all wore armor and shields.
Now they don't have any protection on their bodies. As long as they are hit by muskets, they will either die or be maimed.
In addition to the volleys of muskets, just behind the new army column, the mobile mortars also began to show their power.
The sound of gunfire continued and exploded like thunder, just like the scene during the day.
finally!
Seeing their companions fall one after another, the remaining Eight Banners soldiers knew that the battle would be lost, and began to turn around and flee backwards.
He Luohui finally took off his shoes, but when he saw the whole situation collapsed, he didn't dare to stay any longer.
Anyway, I had already escaped once during the day, so it wouldn't matter if I escaped again.
The only thing that pleased the Jurchens was that when they retreated this time, the new army did not pursue them, but stayed where they were.
Although the New Army dealt with the Jurchens' night attacks very well, creating such a suitable battlefield was already the limit of the New Army.
If they really want to chase them out, the new army will still be in danger in the empty and dark area.
Anyway, the purpose of this battle is to defend Lushun.
Just wait for the Jurchens to attack.
The green mud puddles on the eastern front.
Duduo personally led Zhengbaiqi to this side.
Traveling through mountains and rivers along the way was already extremely hard, but seeing the situation ahead, Duduo felt even worse.
Although the western front is the main force of the New Army, the terrain is flat at least, and Hou Jin's army can set up its formation and fight happily.
At a glance, the eastern front is full of rugged and complex mountains and forests.
There are only two. Three narrow paths disappeared into the mountains, leading nowhere.
The tops of the mountains on both sides of the path have long been occupied by the new army.
Without removing these strongholds, the Hou Jin army would have no way to move forward.
"Kang Guoli, I'll give you the opportunity to take the blame and make meritorious service. You lead Bagala on your way up the mountain, go around behind and cooperate with the army to attack from both front and rear."
A general stood out from the crowd with a grateful face.
"Belle, don't worry, I will retaliate to the death."
Kang Guoli was from the Namutulu family and was a senior general of the Zhengbai Banner.
During the Jisi Rebellion in the three years of Chongzhen, he was demoted because of his slow actions, and now he is waiting for punishment.
Duduo took advantage of his eagerness to achieve merit and gave him the most difficult task.
As expected, Kang Guoli did not disappoint him and happily accepted the order of a narrow escape.
Niu Hulu Yilden (1595[1]~1663) was a native of Manchuria with the Yellow Banner. A general in the early Qing Dynasty and one of the five ministers of the Later Jin Dynasty, he was also the tenth son.
In his early years, he was raised by Nurhaci and trained as a bodyguard. After repeated conquests, he was granted the title of third-class baron. Emperor Taizong of the Qing Dynasty Huang Taiji came to the throne and assisted Xiangbai Banner. In September of the third year of Tiancong (1629), he led troops to attack Hebei. Jin was granted the title of first-class baron and guarded Luanzhou. He was appointed Gushan Ezhen on his behalf and attacked Dalinghe City. In the first year of Chongde (1636), he was convicted and dismissed. From the attack on North Korea and Pi Island, he was awarded the command of the guard army. He defeated Ming soldiers many times and served as minister of government affairs and internal minister. In the sixth year of Chongde, he had meritorious service in attacking Hong Chengchou and was awarded the third-class title of Meilezhangjing. In the second year of Shunzhi (1645), he was awarded the title of second-class uncle. In the thirteenth year of Shunzhi (1656), he became an official at an old age.
He died in June of the second year of Kangxi (1663), and his posthumous title was "Zhongzhi".
