Looking at the new and improved fire gun, Zhu Yunwen couldn't help but smile with relief.
The wisdom of the craftsmen is infinite, and with their advanced nature, without giving them the blueprints for future generations of rifles, they still rely on their own exploration, step by step improvement, perfection, and create surprising results.
The stock, trigger, barrel, and bayonet are all there. Except for the lack of a front sight and the heavy weight of being made of steel, it is not much different from the original rifles of later generations.
Who dares to deny the wisdom of ancient craftsmen?
Who can say that ancient Chinese firearms did not have a glorious moment?
Zhu Yunwen knew that even without him, the firearms of the Ming Dynasty were still the most advanced in the world for a long time. These craftsmen used their wisdom to create various firearms and constantly improved them, making great contributions to defending and protecting the country of the Ming Dynasty.
Lu Feiqu, Tao Zengguang and others were very smart. They did not choose a plug-in bayonet, that is, install the bayonet directly into the barrel, nor did they design a collar-type bayonet, that is, set a collar on the outer wall of the barrel. The unique wisdom of the Chinese people was used to create a pure steel mortise and tenon structure.
A concave mortise is designed at the front end of the barrel, and a protruding tenon is set at the end of the bayonet. After the mortise and tenon are butted together, it can remain motionless, which is firm and allows disassembly.
Zhu Yunwen ordered the Shenji Battalion to speed up testing and asked Zhu Di to rehearse new combat formations. After ensuring that there were no problems with the bayonet-type fire muskets, he made a surprising decision:
Increase the number by 50,000 to expand the Shenji camp.
The initial number of Shenji camp fire gunners was less than 4,000. After Zhu Yunwen repeatedly expanded it, especially after the emergence of the Huosui gun, the number of fire gunmen increased sharply. Before the Battle of Annan, the total number of Shenji camp fire gunners exceeded five Ten thousand, accounting for more than 12% of the entire Beijing army.
Zhu Yunwen once again issued an order and decided to increase the number of fire gunmen by 50,000. Once realized, it will mean that the proportion of fire gunmen in the Beijing army has reached 25%, and nearly 30% of the troops are firearms.
After hearing the news, Tie Xuan, Minister of War, hurriedly asked to see Zhu Yunwen.
Wuying Palace.
Tie Xuan stated various reasons and opposed the further expansion of firearms arms: "The Shenji Battalion's combat power depends entirely on gunpowder, and whether the gunpowder can be used depends on the weather. Once there is continuous heavy rain, the supply of gunpowder cannot keep up, or it is besieged. When all the gunpowder is used up, the Shenji Battalion will become a lamb to be slaughtered. Wei Chen believes that the Shenji Battalion should not be blindly expanded, as it will weaken the combat power of the five military camps, which is not beautiful."
Zhu Yunwen looked at Tie Xuan and did not refute directly.
Tie Xuan's worry is not unreasonable. Although it means that the gunmen can carry part of the gunpowder and can also be rain-proof and waterproof, the amount they carry with them must not be much. The subsequent ammunition replenishment is particularly critical. If this part of the ammunition is used If it gets wet from the rain, becomes damp, and loses its function, then the problem will be troublesome.
With combat power reduced sharply, how to conduct the war is a key issue.
But the question is, after having bayonets, will the firepower of the gunmen really be reduced sharply without gunpowder?
Zhu Yunwen looked at Tie Xuan and said calmly: "Go to the training ground to see King Yan to see the combat effectiveness of the new fire gun soldiers. If Tie Shangshu still objects, let's come and report."
Tie Xuan was suspicious, but he had no choice but to go to the teaching field to seek confirmation. In the evening of that day, Tie Xuan gave a memorial: "I think it is inappropriate to expand Shenji Camp by 50,000, and it should be 100,000!"
The emergence of the bayonet made the fire gun soldiers a combination of cold weapons and hot weapons. Even if they were in a desperate situation and without gunpowder, the fire gun soldiers could be completely transformed into spear soldiers on the spot.
Tie Xuan even believes that spearmen are likely to gradually disappear in the future.
Zhu Yunwen wanted to follow Tie Xuan's suggestion and add 100,000 firearms troops, but after thinking about it, he rejected the proposal.
The current Second Artillery Bureau is not a war bureau in history. Not only are the best firearms craftsmen of the Ming Dynasty gathered here, but systematic research thinking has been initially formed in the Second Artillery Bureau. The iteration and development of firearms may not take too long.
Judging from the current situation, the biggest problem of the fire gun is that it does not have special bullets, only lead bullets, or small beads, and its armor-piercing ability is limited. When dealing with heavy cavalry, even if it hits the opponent's weakest mask and other parts, it will be useless. It may not have much effect.
It may not be realistic to mass-produce bullets, but it is still possible to make some special firearms for specialized long-distance sniping. Lu Feiqu’s dart bullets are actually an exploration in this area, but he has not yet found the right path. .
Regarding the research on firearms, the Second Artillery Bureau still has a long way to go. Xia Yuanji will also have to settle the score with himself if he updates so much equipment at once.
Zheng He, Zhang Yu, and Zhu Neng entered the palace to salute.
Zhu Yunwen arranged for someone to give him a seat and asked: "There is not much time before the voyage. How are the navy's preparations going?"
Zheng He stood up and reported: "Your Majesty, the naval preparations have been basically completed. All the treasure ships and great fortune ships have been anchored by the Yangtze River. The sergeants are also ready, just waiting to weigh anchor and set sail."
Zhu Yunwen stood up, walked out from behind the desk, and sighed: "The navy's task is very heavy. If you still have any difficulties, just ask them."
Zheng He and others shook their heads.
Zhang Yu hesitated and asked, "What is the chrome ore that the emperor arranged before?"
Zhu Yunwen waved his hand, stepped back, and said seriously: "Chromium ore is a magical metal. You also know that artillery and muskets are very powerful, but if they are used frequently, problems will occur. Although the Second Artillery Bureau has prepared nickel Steel can delay this problem to a certain extent, but only chrome ore can fundamentally solve this problem."
Chrome ore is too scarce in China. If you want it, you can get it faster by going to South Africa.
"Then you must bring it back! Before entering that sea area, I will leave a team behind to search and dig for chromium ore."
Zheng He solemnly assured.
The power of the God Machine Cannon has won recognition from the top and bottom of the Navy, but the Navy is also faced with the problem of the God Machine Cannon exploding and cracking the barrel. In order to ensure that the combat effectiveness of this long voyage is not damaged, the Navy has all replaced the God Machine Cannon. Cannons, including Daifuku ships.
"I have recorded all the matters that should be paid attention to in the booklet. You can read it after you set sail."
Zhu Yunwen was deeply worried.
Cape Agulhas, the southernmost tip of Africa, is difficult to navigate, the Bermuda Triangle is also difficult, and the Sargasso Sea is even more difficult to navigate. Moreover, there should be piranhas and gars in the Amazon river at this time, and there should be other species in the rainforest. Cannibal natives...
It's not easy to get something.
No matter, they are the most elite navy of the Ming Dynasty, they can definitely complete the mission, they will!
Jianwen five years, September 20th.
It is advisable to sail.
Zhu Yunwen took Zhu Wenkui, civil and military officials, and royal family members to the Yangtze River Wharf to see off the navy.
Big treasure ships, medium treasure ships, and big fortune ships are lined up in a row, making it almost impossible to see the Yangtze River.
More than 36,000 sergeants lined up neatly on the shore. A group of generals and important personnel stood at the front of the team, waiting for Zhu Yunwen's review and orders.
Zhu Yunwen walked up to the high platform and slowly scanned the formations of sergeants. At this time, the world was silent, and no one among the tens of thousands of people spoke.
"I!"
Zhu Yunwen said in a deep voice, then raised his breath and shouted loudly: "I know that long voyage is an extremely difficult task. On the vast and boundless sea, ships are as small as stars, and they cannot be found even if they fall in the universe. My own position. I also know that the sea is turbulent and the waves are high and dangerous, and it may capsize at any time and never return to my homeland. I also know that the long voyage makes people feel lonely in their hearts, and they feel the heat and torment of longing!"
"But I still want to send you to the depths of the sea. Is it for the glory that all nations will come to congratulate? No, no! Is it for the overseas pearls and gems? No, no! I do it so that Ming Dynasty can own the sea. It is the national destiny of the Ming Dynasty!"
"Go sail and create a miracle of voyage that belongs to the Ming Dynasty. Go and cut the wind and waves to create a sea legend that belongs to China! Use your blood and sweat to get rid of the mediocre life and write a magnificent story with no regrets in this life! You are the navy of the Ming Dynasty. , is the pride of the people of Ming Dynasty, the cornerstone of Ming Dynasty, and the hero in my heart!"
Zheng He, Zhang Yu, Zhu Neng, Luo Guanying and others had tears in their eyes!
Zhu Yunwen's words completely positioned the navy, that is, the navy is by no means flowers and plants, not embellishments, but the real cornerstone, pride, and heroes!
The navy, like the Beijing army and the frontier army, are all great!
Zhu Yunwen drew out the sword from his waist, pointed it straight at the sky, and shouted: "Now, great naval officers, board the ship!"
Zheng He and other officers and men saluted solemnly, shouting "Long Live the Mountain", and then boarded the ship in an orderly manner.
Half an hour later, all more than 30,000 soldiers boarded the ship.
Zhu Yunwen looked at Liu Changge. Liu Changge understood and ordered people to carry the drums over one by one.
"Boom!"
Zhu Yunwen held the drumstick in his hand and beat the big drum in front of him. The sound of the drum spread out. The soldiers on the ship stood on the side of the ship and looked at Zhu Yunwen on the shore.
"Dong dong dong!"
The drum beats again.
Zhu Yunwen looked at the soldiers on the boat and shouted: "I can't walk with you across the ocean, but the national anthem of the Ming Dynasty can always accompany you. I practice the national anthem for you. Remember, in desperate situations, even the dead will not be discouraged." , Palace of the King of Hell, enter my Ming Dynasty without any regrets!"
"Boom!"
The sound of drums suddenly started, followed by a loud song: "The clouds follow the dragon, the wind follows the tiger, fame and wealth are combined with dust and earth. Looking at China, the people are suffering, and the fertile land for thousands of miles is barren..."
Countless drums followed, and civil and military ministers, royal family members, and entourage sang the national anthem of the Ming Dynasty.
The navy officers and soldiers standing on the ship were also moved by this scene and sang in solemn voice!
The sound of the national anthem rippled over the Yangtze River, a west wind blew, and the Ming Dynasty flag sounded, extremely bright!
Zheng He looked deeply at Zhu Yunwen and issued a military order: "Sail!"
"Sail!"
The sound keeps passing on.
Zhu Yunwen beat the drum vigorously, hoping that the naval officers and soldiers would listen to the voice of the Ming Dynasty more, hoping to give them a little more strength.
A ship lowered its sails, and with the help of the northwest wind, under Zhu Yunwen's solemn and expectant eyes, it sailed along the Yangtze River towards the sea...
ps:
Something happened in the past two days, so I didn’t have time to make up the chapter. I will resume the third update tomorrow. Please forgive me...
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