"You can try your hand naked!" Zhang Junneng laughed and said, "We are all martial arts. Yaozu can't explain it clearly. You don't know how to answer?"

Zhang Zongbao put down his wine glass, thought for a moment, and said, "If it is within fifty steps, it cannot penetrate the double-layer heavy armor. The blunt injury may cause Jiannu to vomit blood and fracture."

"If it's the eagle gun--" Zhang Zongbao curled his lips, "With a hundred steps, wearing double heavy armor can kill his dog."

Zhao Huizu swallowed the meat in his mouth, drank a sip of wine, and said, "I'm just watching the eagle gun, and I'll kill him by wiping the wound. Even people and horses can be knocked down with one shot. That's how fierce it is!"

Zhang Junn could look at Zhao Huizu with his eyes slanted and teased: "It's a good word, can you use that guy?"

Zhao Huizu didn't blush and said, "You can still shoot one or two shots."

Zhang Zongbao laughed and said, "The recoil of the eagle gun is really very large. Those who are not strong and have strong strength cannot use it."

Zhao Huizu said: "I heard that the above is studying this matter, and maybe it can change it and be widely equipped in the army."

"There are such discussions." Zhang Junneng nodded and said, "There are new weapons. I heard that they will be distributed to each army for use soon."

Zhang Zongbao was not very well-informed when watching the outside world. He was not very concerned about any new weapons, but he was only interested in whether the eagle gun could be widely equipped.

The weight of the Lumi gun is no more than ten kilograms, but the eagle gun reaches sixteen kilograms.

The heavy gun body must be supported by a bracket to ensure stability, and the recoil is also very strong and must be used by a strong and tall soldier.

Despite such restrictions and defects, the amazing power of the eagle gun is still loved by the generals of the Ming army.

The improvements that Zhang Jun could hear and the installation of new weapons were also true.

Zhu Youxiao's idea and purpose have always been Zhu Youxiao's continuous upgrading of weapons and equipment, or science and technology, to crush Jiannu.

According to his vision, he constantly issued new research projects to the Weapons and Powder Bureau and gave some inspiration and guidance in a timely manner.

For example, the limitations of heavy-duty convex guns cannot be reduced in weight for the time being, but Zhu Youxiao is still a little clever about the buffering and shock absorption of recoil.

He knew that there was no way to get some hydraulic shock absorption or porous rubber.

However, adding a layer of cork to the buttstock, wrapping a cotton pad with leather, and wearing a thick crossbody-style shoulder pad for soldiers, can buffer part of the recoil and reduce the physical requirements for being able to use the eagle gun.

As for the new weapon, it is a single-soldier grenade that has been conceived.

However, Zhu Youxiao didn't want to be too perfunctory. Making a fuse-type open flame device like Booming Sky Thunder is also more dangerous for soldiers.

Now that there is glass, grinding into powder, then using woven copper wire, sulfur and thin iron pipes, and delayed leads similar to fuse ropes, the grenade can be made into a pull-out detonation type.

Apart from the different gunpowder loaded in such a device, the structure is no longer much different from that in later generations.

Of course, these are not craft secrets that the trio can know. The trio didn't care and continued to chat about other news.

"You don't have the idea of ​​taking the Wu Jinshi exam?" Zhao Huizu looked at this and that, and finally stayed on Zhang Junneng's face, "Nanneng, you are good at reading, don't you measure it?"

Zhang Jun was very dissatisfied with Fatty Zhao calling his nickname. He rolled his eyes, but he didn't scold him. He said casually: "If you don't have a background, you want to make a name and win a lottery, we don't need to."

Zhang Zongbao nodded in agreement and said, "In martial arts, it is useless to be admitted to the martial arts and Jinshi. This is a long time to promote the martial arts, mainly to add a way out for those in the folk or garrison."

Fatty Zhao understood and smiled and said, "That's the case. If you want to be promoted, you have to rely on your true skills. Military achievements are not just for this."

The three of them continued to eat, drink, chat and laugh. Zhang Junneng suddenly thoughtful, peeked at Fatty Zhao, and then asked Zhang Zongbao casually: "How is the Dongjiang Army like? Do you still eat that big pot of food? What are the common people, how are they doing?"

Zhang Zongbao was stunned for a moment, but noticed the gaze that Fatty Zhao had cast, and he understood what Zhang Junneng meant.

After thinking for a moment, he spoke, "The supply from the court is still sufficient. When I came back, there were sea ships transporting grain from Nanyang to dock. Not only were they used for the army, but they also had to be distributed to the people of each island!"

"That's good, that's good." Zhang Junneng raised his wine glass and smiled and said, "Come on, drink."

"Drinking." Fatty Zhao raised his glass, and seemed to feel much more relaxed.

"Drinking." Zhang Zongbao and Zhang Junneng exchanged glances secretly, and the three wine glasses met together.

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"It's time to equip a large number of eagle guns. The king of individual convex guns can penetrate all armors at a long distance." Zhu Youxiao sat in the imperial chair in the imperial study of the Qianqing Palace and picked up his pen to write the latest instructions for Sun Yuanhua.

The development of flintlock rifles has shown great excitement, and the manufacturing of the flintlock rifle can slow down and turn most of its production capacity to the eagle gun.

The two thousand eagle guns ordered from the Portuguese have been completed and transported to 600, and will be distributed to Liao Town and Dongjiang Town first.

In addition to grenades, the new weapons also have flowering thunders that are detonated by delayed detonation, and burning thunders that are equipped with tinder oil.

Upgrading and renovating existing weapons to have diverse effects and power is undoubtedly the most economical and fastest way.

Most of the Red Cannons need to be equipped with navy troops, and the production capacity of field artillery must be reduced. The current military manufacturing industry in the Ming Dynasty is still in a period of development and growth, so it is useless for Zhu Youxiao to be anxious.

Build more arsenals across the country, Zhu Youxiao also thinks about it! But the stall is too big, and the funds, technicians, manpower, quality, etc. How to ensure it?

OK, okay, just like destroying Jiannu and pacifying the rebellion in the southwest, you cannot be anxious, you must be steady and be down-to-earth step by step.

Isn’t it that I have been pacifying Liao for five years? It’s less than a year now, and I’ve beat Jiannu to tears!

Wang Tiqian came in to report that Zhu Tongmeng, the military officer of the Governor Xuan Da, was summoned to Jin to meet him.

Zhu Youxiao did not respond and did not raise his head. He did not put down his pen until he finished writing. He said to Wang Tiqian, who was standing solemnly waiting, "Come in!"

It was not long since time was too late, and Zhu Tongmeng, who was tall and handsome, entered the imperial study room and knelt down to pay homage.

"Don't give a gift, and give a seat." Zhu Youxiao looked at this official who was a civil and military talent, and was a magistrate of the official, and dared to defend Xiong Tingbi when the Lin forces in the Middle East were at its peak.

"I thank you for your grace." Zhu Tongmeng had finished delivering his salute and sat down on the embroidery pier, his eyes drooping slightly, and he did not dare to look directly at the holy face.

Zhu Youxiao pondered for a moment and said, "I have read all the papers of Zhu Qing, which are very insightful. I have done a good job in rectifying the military affairs of Xuanda."

The emperor stopped saying something, Zhu Tongmeng bowed and said, "Long live to praise me, I am ashamed of me."

In the first year of Tianqi, Zhu Tongmeng, who was ordered to go to Liaodong to investigate Xiong Tingbi, returned to Beijing to defend Xiong Tingbi and impeached Feng Congwo and others to build the "Shoushan Academy", which suddenly offended the Donglin Party and had a hard time in the Ministry of War.

Just as he was about to be excluded from the capital and take office as Su Song's army, the court suddenly issued an edict, gave him a title, and ordered him to be the governor of Xuan Da.

Although Zhu Tongmeng was confused, he was loyal to state affairs and did not refuse. He took a few guards to take office from Beijing.

In Xuanda, Zhu Tongmeng was responsible for his work, promoting profits and eliminating disadvantages. He firmly refused those who were seeking rewards; he investigated and compensated them in time. The Ming army in Xuanda and the two towns showed a new atmosphere.

These political achievements were seen by the young emperor, and they also made him judgement and made a decision to hand over the important task of Governor Xuanda to Zhu Tongmeng.

Xuanfu, namely Zhangjiakou, is the head of the nine major towns, and is known as the northern gate of the capital; Datong is also an important town on the border.

Since the reign of Hetao during the Jiajing period, Xuanda's status has become increasingly prominent. The so-called elite soldiers gathered here, and two towns were divided into specialized cities.

In order to unify command and closely coordinate the actions of the two towns, the Ming court also established the Governor of Xuanda to unify major military and political affairs.

From this we can see that Governor Xuanda is not an ordinary chief official, but a court official who shoulders the heavy responsibility of national defense and the safety of the capital.

In terms of grade and qualifications, the Governor is the highest-level military chief who is above the Minister of War. Only the most military experience generals or officials can take on this responsibility.

"The officers and soldiers of the two towns in Xuanfu and Datong have a temporary 30,000 soldiers in each town."

The young emperor ordered the palace servant to put tea on Zhu Tong, took out a document and read it, "Zhu Qing is going to train the army strictly. In half a year, I will see a strong army of 60,000."

Zhu Tongmeng hurriedly bowed and said, "I will do my best to live up to the emperor's grace."

Zhu Youxiao smiled and said, "I have selected some powerful generals for Zhu Qing to help you."

After pausing, Zhu Youxiao's face became serious and said, "Zhu Qing not only needs to train elite troops and defend the border, but also needs to pacify the Mongolian tribes, recruit naturalized Mongolian people, and explore the situation in Hetao."

Zhu Youxiao emphasized his tone and emphasized: "The Hetao is lost, and the northern border defense of our Ming Dynasty will be unrest. I will sooner or later rebuild the East Victory Guard. Whether it is five or ten years, this is the necessary strategy for the court."

"If Hetao exists, the border will be in danger, and if Hetao loses, the border will be in danger. If this strategy is realized, it can ensure a hundred years of stability in the north of the Ming Dynasty. What do Zhu Qing thinks?"

"Long live the wisdom of the wise, Hetao is indeed a major place, and it must be recovered." Zhu Tongmeng sighed and bowed to accept the order, and felt that the burden on his shoulders was heavier, but he also admired the emperor's ambitions.

In the early Ming Dynasty, Taizu expelled Yuan general Wang Baobao from outside the border, revived Hetao and established Dongshengzhou.

During the Yongle period, in order to prevent the abnormal movements of the guards and the King of the Southern Desert, Zhu Di moved all the guards and the King of the Southern Desert into the pass, and the Dongsheng Acropolis gradually became deserted.

In the third year of Zhengtong, the Ming Dynasty re-established Dongshengwei in the Hetao area. However, due to the newly established Dongshengwei, the grassland was not sufficient, and the food and grass were not enough, and the defense was difficult, it was later moved to Yan and Sui area.

Since then, the defense of the Hetao area was empty and gradually occupied by the Mongolian tribes in the south of the desert, declaring that the Ming Dynasty had completely lost the Hetao area, a must-fight place for military strategists.
Chapter completed!