Lijiazhuang. Military Academy Artillery Test Site.

The Republican Army currently has two artillery test sites, one in a military factory. One is in a military school. The artillery test site in the military academy is mainly a practical reference for some infantry, artillery, and other related arms. They can verify the data according to some needs. This is what is most needed in the textbook.

"Five hundred steps. Grenade shotshots. Shoot. One of the artillerymen shouted loudly. The artillerymen were busy reloading. A large number of trainees and instructors sat in the safe area, holding their respective binoculars to observe the shooting of the target target. The target was a dense three-inch thick wooden plank. The planks above are digitally recorded to varying degrees. to make it easier for them to make statistics. This is the most important lesson of the staff officer, and many people are doing it.

In fact, this point was first raised by Shang Wu. In teaching. Sangmu was the titular headmaster of the military academy. Of course, he, the nominal principal, has to give lectures. Shang Wu's class is the most popular, not only explained thoroughly, but also vividly. In class, Shang Wu can also look for relevant materials. A large number of battle reports provided Shang Wu with enough data to explain in class. Like what. When Shangwu explained the battle of the siege of the wheat pile, he turned the battle into two stages. In both phases, Shang Wu used a large number of detailed statistics to tell the officers about the importance of firepower.

The first stage, because there are a lot of breakthroughs to be made. So, more than fifty-one large-caliber mortars were used. The radius of these shells was fifty paces. Within fifty steps. Able to inflict a large number of casualties among soldiers. More than seventy percent of the enemy soldiers were badly damaged and lost the battle. And the firepower reached a better output. And the second stage. Because the artillery range exceeds the relationship. As a result, there is no fire output. Direct-fire artillery was at the departure stage, which led to a gap in fire. And the Northern Army seized such a rare gap and immediately launched a counterattack. As a result, there were a large number of casualties among the Red Turbans. Such statistics greatly illustrate the importance of firepower output. This has had a more profound impact on many students. Such an effect is enough to put them into a state of self-awareness repair.

It is also a lesson in the use of statistics. Become a staff officer. and a statistic that senior officers often refer to. Without such statistics to illustrate the story, it seems difficult to be convinced. In this way, numbers have become their favorite thing in statistics, which makes the staff officers more rigorous.

"Bang. Boom. "Three guns are not simply attacking. The artillery was not simply arranged, they were unfolded in a zigzag. In this case, it is possible to adjust to a large extent and carry out the launch. An artillery battery had six guns. However, in battle, it is usually only four of them. The other two doors are spare. At the time of maximum firepower, and support firepower. They're going to fight. The artillery company had one hundred and twenty people. Each artillery platoon had two guns. They were equipped with the few horses they had to draw the cannons. However, the gun carriage is still an old-fashioned wooden gun carriage. Heaviness. Not flexible enough, bulky. This is the first reaction of the artillery to the gun mount. And the angle of adjustment requires the soldier to adjust it little by little, with a wooden wedge and a hammer. Because there are no threads to adjust. That kind of thing is not wearable at all. Plus bumps are easy to damage.

The Republican Army was still armed with early artillery. This artillery is heavy. Although the caliber is in four and a half inches. But his weight is generally around 1,800 catties. This is still the result of some delicate operations. For the casting of artillery. All the copper coins in the base area have been collected. All the copper coins that came from abroad were also consumed. A large number of copper coins became the raw material for artillery. However, this artillery is not technically mature enough. There is too much waste. Shang Wu resubmitted a new design drawing to the arsenal. The drawings are based on the famous Napoleonic cannon. All cast in bronze. However, the technical aspect still needs to be further molded. The cheapest material for casting cannons is iron. However, iron at this time could not be processed effectively. Despite the fact that a large amount of iron can be smelted. But there is something that is still lacking in iron-smelting technology. This requires Shangwu to solve technical difficulties, even if it is cast. The technical requirements are also extremely complex. Artillery is also extremely unsafe. So. The cannons of this period, which were made of bronze. This means: The price of artillery is still expensive. But bronze is the best material for casting cannons that love Buddha the most.

"The power of the grenade is huge. If the cavalry is attacking, start from the maximum combat distance of 2,000 paces and increase the combat distance to 500 paces. It will cause a large number of cavalry casualties. If we throw in an artillery battalion. If the two artillery batteries continue to open fire, it will be difficult for the other side to support the attack to a distance of 200 paces. Wait until the distance of two hundred paces. We also have shotshots. Wait until you get close to the infantry formation. We also have musketeers to fight. Such a fierce firepower. It's hard for me to imagine. The flesh and blood of those Hun cavalry could attack such a distance. Li Hu shook his head and said. For the Hun cavalry battle, Li Hu believed that the best combat state was for the two sides to engage in a large-scale general battle, because the republican army had a great advantage in terms of firepower. They have new artillery. The damage is immense. In such a situation, it seems that it is difficult for the opponent to complete a decent attack.

"Nope. Sometimes. For those Hun cavalry can not be considered in this way. Now that they realize that they will not attack us with an attack, they will carry out harassing attacks on our logistical supply lines. In that case, it's an encounter. This situation is still very bad for us. In this case. It is very difficult for us to carry out a war, and it is very difficult to get a bargain, and this is the last thing we want to see. Zhang Xian shook his head and said.

"Yes. These artillery crews from stop to deploy. The fastest time consumed is 300 breaths. That's too long. It's too long. Li Hu said.

"Yes. This combat distance. The Hun cavalry had already been killed. The musketeers were able to go into battle at the first opportunity. But. Such a situation is still difficult to continue. In the face of such a situation, it would be extremely detrimental to us. Zhang Xian said.

"It seems that we still need to study and study." Li Hu said. Although their artillery had new shells. These shells can greatly help them do such things. For example, to occupy the advantage of firepower output. But the problem is that they are in a disadvantageous situation during the encounter, because it is difficult for the artillery to deploy in a short period of time, and at the same time, they are unable to provide timely support. For example, rapid maneuvering to the combat area to conduct operations.

"Related drawbacks, I've summarized some. I have submitted it to the War Department. Hopefully, those staff officers will take note of such a problem. Zhang Xian then said to Li Hu.

"Hmm. The chief thinks a lot. It seems that our staff officers are still unqualified. Li Hu said.

"That's right. I'm going to tell you something. Zhang Xian said to Li Hu. Although Li Hu once made Zhang Xian difficult, Zhang Xian was very angry. But. After a period of contact. He found. Li Hu is still very angry. Although with some cautionary eyes. Otherwise, there would be no such thing. But. Just have a drink. Just talk a few words. After knowing who each other is. began to become easy-going, most soldiers have such a temper, at first no one looked down on anyone, but after really understanding, you know what kind of dog temper the other party is. And then they started talking about things.

"Something. Instructor. Li Hu asked curiously.

"Do you know about the recruitment of the Third Brigade? They need some highly qualified officers. Especially officers who know a lot. Worked as a teacher in a military school. Of course, there is something to be learned. But. After all, this war has to be verified in practice. Or don't say it. Combat experience is sometimes important. Zhang Xian said.

"Yes, the instructor was right. Veterans are more expensive than recruits. That's because they have combat experience. Li Hu said.

"Hmm. That's right. So, I plan to go to the 3rd Brigade. Be an officer. Even if it was the regimental chief of staff. Yes, too. Zhang Xian said.

"Instructor. This. This. You're leaving? It's not good. You're a good instructor. Li Hu said a little anxiously.

"I know. But. We are soldiers, and soldiers should go to war, not think about what promotions will make a fortune. My combat experience has also been accumulated little by little. How to accumulate this experience is to rely on fighting, and losing to you before is also an experience, such an experience for us. It's very interesting. But now, I want to learn something new. The situation of the 3rd Brigade is very different, this is a unit that dares to fight tough battles. I've heard about him over there. This. Able to go over there. I feel very honored. I've already signed up. My application may have been approved. Zhang Xian said.

"Instructor. This. Li Hu said with some reluctance.

"Look at you, how old you are. So many people, don't shed tears. It's going to be useless. Zhang Xian said.

"Instructor, if you have a chance, I invite you to drink. You are my lifelong teacher. Li Hu covered his eyes and said.

"I see. Don't cry. Besides. Maybe we'll meet again when we get a chance. Zhang Xian said. A large number of officers are needed at the front. Zhang Xian signed up for the Third Brigade. The three brigades fought extremely bravely. It's quite a tough force. In the Red Turbans. The influence of the Third Brigade is the greatest among these officers and soldiers. Although they were once defeated by Huangfu Song, they hit a backhand. But it brought disastrous consequences to the Northern Army. A few of them dared to attack boldly, and even two people dared to carry out a bold roundabout. Therefore, this is an extremely strong force in terms of tactics. To be able to participate in such a unit. Many officers consider this to be a great honor. This is also an opportunity for Zhang Xian. He did not seek promotion, but to accumulate his own combat experience.

Second Division. Training ground of the XXVII Infantry Regiment.

"Sir. Since the compression of the 2nd Regiment into a training battalion. Divide these people after we come here. That's a big change. You see. Their training was much better all of a sudden. Training motivation has also gone up. The 27th Regiment Chen Madman said. Madman Chen became famous when he was in the Yellow Turban Army. Fighting a war is very hard-working. The first one rushed over. Looks like a madman. Unfortunately, in the end, it was defeated. In the words of Maniac Chen himself. He's a wolf. It's a pity that he led a flock of sheep. A wolf simply can't withstand the frantic attack of the officers and soldiers. Although the general of the opposing side may be a sheep. But the soldiers under his command are all wolves. Madman Chen suffered a lot. Later, he had the opportunity to come to the Red Turban Army. After joining the Red Turban Army, he quickly showed his bravery and helplessness. Chen's madman can fight, but he can't train soldiers. In such a place as the Second Brigade. His will to fight could not be brought into play. The results of the 27th Regiment were not very satisfactory. Madman Chen himself was also in a hurry. But it's useless to be in a hurry. There must be a sense of bone in such a thing as military training. What infantry drill is still going to be carried out. He's a man who fights and fights madness. That's what you know there.

"Kill. Kill. Kill. Kill. "The soldiers do the right thing and practice fighting. Some veterans come over from time to time to teach some fighting techniques. These veterans have all participated in the Battle of the Wheat Pile and are all elite veterans. The will to fight is extremely tenacious.

"Whatever that is. I know you kid doesn't know how to train. You can leave it to the Chief of Staff to do it. Let the chief of staff follow the infantry drill code. Of course. Finally, our second division will conduct a division-wide exercise. Don't give a stupid charge. I know what's wrong with you. Zhang Qing said to Madman Chen.

"Fighting a war is not a strong stupid rush. I know that you kid is brave, but you can't be stupid and rush straight over. If I had a cannon, you'd give me a head. You know? Zhang Qing said to Madman Chen. Madman Chen scratched his head embarrassedly. He felt that if he was fighting, he should rush over. How to fight, he still doesn't understand.

"You'll be staffed soon by the top. These are the things you can leave to him. But what I warn you is, don't stumble on the Chief of Staff. You have to cooperate well and learn. Especially learning. Your level of literacy. Write a five-hundred-word check for Lao Tzu, and you won't be able to write it. Zhang Qing said.

"Give me a good study. Do you understand? Zhang Qing said.

"Did you hear that?" Zhang Qing asked.

"I hear you. Sir. Maniac Chen said.

"Alright. Go learn about it. Go back and personally check the things you study. Zhang Qing said.