Iron Dynasty - Chapter 1049

“Now try the power of this mortar.”

There was no problem with mortar shells, and Xiao Ming immediately itched his heart. With the improvement of the industrialization of the empire, the weapons developed by the military factories are now getting closer and closer to the period of World War I. Of course, these weapons are becoming more and more technically complex.

Moreover, the plan he submitted to the cabinet last time was not only about the construction of industry and commerce, but also the research and development of weapons related to the military chief.

This mortar is one of the products of this plan. In addition, after the firearms factory controlled by Song Changping successfully manufactured the Changping machine gun, the technicians of the military factory began to focus on automatic weapons.

After all, the appearance of the long flat machine gun has changed the situation on the battlefield. If other weapons are replaced with automatic weapons, soldiers will be even more harmless when fighting.

At the same time, the issue of gun magazines is also included in the plan. He believes that subsequent models of Han-style rifles will be able to have magazines soon.

The artillery factory also has its own plan. After the mortars are manufactured, Chen Qi will have more projects launched. The howitzer will be his next focus on the direction of slavery, because in the foreseeable future, it is estimated that there will be no less battles. .

Compared with the powerful and multi-type howitzer, the mortar still has its own limitations after all.

“Yes, the emperor.”

After receiving Xiao Ming’s order, Chen Qi immediately called the technicians and asked them to test fire.

At this time, two young technicians arrived in front of the mortar, one adjusted the angle of the mortar, and the other held the shell.

When the angle-adjusted soldier extended his thumb to signal success, another technician stuffed the cannonball in.

“boom”

With a dull sound, the body of the mortar shook, and the base shook the dust around it.

At this time, the sound of shells piercing the air rang in Xiao Ming’s ears. A few seconds later, fire and explosion sounded from the white circled target not far from the schoolyard, and then the dust rose.

Xiao Ming observed the entire process through the telescope. Compared with the previous mortar shells, the mortar shells have a much greater power and damage range.

“The weapon of the country.” Xiao Ming smiled. With the mortar, the empire’s actions in Nanyang would be more secure.

Then he asked; “How many mortars can the military factory provide in three months?”

“Back to the emperor, this kind of mortar has a simple structure and is easy to produce. The military workshop can provide six hundred in three months, and there is no need for more.” Chen Qi said.

Xiao Ming nodded, and Chen Qi understood what Chen Qi meant. The ability of the military factory can produce more mortars, but mortars are one thing, and artillery shells are one thing.

Even if he equips each soldier with a mortar, there must be a sufficient supply of shells.

Therefore, in any army, machine guns, artillery, mortars and other equipment are standard. The standard he gave to the imperial army is a regiment of 72 mortars. This number is sufficient to ensure the firepower of a regiment. No amount is waste.

“Enough, hand over these mortars to the Southeast Military Region. I will ask the General Staff Headquarters to send a group of soldiers over to learn how to use mortars with your technicians.” Xiao Ming looked relaxed, even though this mortar was not. What a heavyweight weapon, but for a regiment or company, it is equivalent to having a brand new firepower strike weapon.

Satisfied with the performance of the mortar, Xiao Ming said: “Old rules, the personnel involved in the research and development of the mortar this time have merits. When I go back, I will let the cabinet record it for you.”

Chen Qi doesn’t care about these merits now. After all, the awards he has received in recent years are enough, and his life is very rich. There are several manors in his family.

After pondering for a while, he said, “The emperor, the merit points of this time will be eliminated. The emperor will give these points to the young technicians. It is ashamed to say that this time the mortar research and development is not available. How much effort they put in is the hard work of these young people who graduated from the academy. In the eyes of the lower officials, they are the hope for the future of the empire. Those of us who are old-fashioned can’t collect all the honor from ourselves. We must give them a chance to get ahead. “

Chen Qi’s words said that Xiao Ming’s heart was up. In his time there were always some people who had meritorious leadership and incompetent subordinates who made mistakes. These people only knew to grab credit for promotion and deal with talented but not good at greedy subordinates. Cold-eyed, ruined batch after batch of young and promising young people.

Patting Chen Qi on the shoulder, Xiao Ming said, “It’s really rare for you to have such an idea, and I am deeply gratified.”

“Hehe.” Chen Qi laughed, and he said; “If the lower officials take everything on themselves, there will only be one Chen Qi in this artillery factory. He will train a group of people with all his heart, and there will be countless Chen Qi in the future. It’s still very clear when you are under the official position.”

Xiao Ming nodded slightly, “As the saying goes, peaches and plums are all over the world, this is also a kind of glory. If everyone thinks like you, it would be fine, but I have always rewarded and punished clearly, and the share that should be given to you will not be less. I will not treat the young people who have done anything wrong.”

“Xie Huang,” Chen Qi bowed.

Turning around and looking at the roaring factory, Xiao Ming was very satisfied with this trip. He said: “The mortar matter cannot be delayed. Soldiers on the front line are waiting for the battle. In addition, the development of other types of artillery must keep up. .”

Chen Qi patted his chest and said, “The emperor can rest assured, and the next official promises to complete the task.”

Hearing the words, Xiao Ming cast his admiring eyes, and then turned and left the military factory.

Back to the imperial palace~~ Xiao Ming wanted to go back to rest. At this time, Qian Dafu suddenly came out from a corner and followed Wang Xuan.

Xiao Ming frowned slightly, he knew there must be something troublesome again.

When he arrived at the royal library, Wang Xuan said directly: “The emperor, after investigation by the lower officials, the rebellion set off by the Japanese country is a self-directed and self-acted trick between Yamada Nobunaga and his confidant.”

“Sure enough!”

There was a fire in Xiao Ming’s heart, and the defeated were never reconciled. The reason why Yamada Nobunaga behaved like a loyal dog was to wait for a bite of the victor when the dog’s chain slackened.

Wang Xuan said with a heavy face: “It was only unexpected to the lower officials that their self-directed and self-performed tactics made the people of the Japanese country believe it true. Now the voices for reform in the country are very high, and they have asked Yamada Nobunaga to cancel many restrictions on the private sector. The capital policy completely imitates our development of industry and commerce.”

Xiao Ming’s brow furrowed deeper. He already understood Yamada Nobunaga’s thoughts. This vigorous rebellion was just a bargaining chip for him to coerce the people and let the Wa country realize industrial reform.

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