Dense shells flew rapidly in the sky, making a terrifying whistling sound.
"The Ming Dynasty's artillery attack range is so far!"
When Andrade saw it, he couldn't help but widen his eyes.
At this time, the artillery used on European warships had a very short range, only about one thousand meters, a very small caliber, and a small weight. In many cases, they did not even need to be pulled by horse-drawn carriages.
The mainstream artillery used in land warfare is the French Burgundian field gun that became popular in the mid-15th century. This artillery is 300 centimeters long and has a caliber of 65mm. In addition, it is a large-caliber stone cannon made of bronze. However, the stone cannon
The medicine chamber is small, the barrel strength is poor, and it cannot withstand heavy pressure. Accidents often occur, the range is also very short, and the reloading speed is also very slow.
The artillery used in naval warfare was mainly Burgundy cannons, with a small amount of stone cannons. Because Burgundy cannons had a small caliber, short range, and low power, the naval battles of this period were also very popular in follow-up battles.
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The so-called pick-up battle is to use a hook or directly cut off the mast to fall on the opponent's ship, and then fight in close quarters. The combat method used by pirates seen in later movies is a typical pick-up battle.
war.
As soon as Andrade finished speaking, a group of roaring shells landed in the sea area where the Portuguese warship was located, and terrifying water columns suddenly rose up. Andrade was also splashed by a water column next to him.
Wet, and suddenly the whole person lost the self-confidence he had just now.
terrible!
From such a long distance, look at the water column rising from the sea. It is obvious that the caliber of the Ming Dynasty artillery is quite large. The shells fired are heavy and carry a lot of energy. Otherwise, it would be impossible to stir up such a terrifying water column.
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"Ah~"
The Portuguese warships were too dense. Although the accuracy of the artillery covering them was relatively poor, under the huge base, some unlucky Portuguese warships were still hit.
The terrifying cannonballs carrying huge energy fell hard on these warships, instantly tearing open a huge hole. Countless sawdust flew around the hole, causing the nearby sailors to scream in agony, a mess of flesh and blood, and blood.
DC.
"Speed up!"
Andrade is not without merit. At least at this time, he still knows very well that he must shorten the distance between the two parties as soon as possible, so that he will not be beaten aggrievedly and unable to fight back.
"Dong dong~"
However, soon, there was another rumbling sound of cannons, a large number of cannonballs whizzed over, and terrifying water columns rose from the sea, and more unlucky ships appeared.
"What a fast rate of fire!"
Vasco da Gama couldn't help but marvel again.
The Ming Dynasty's artillery technology is really too advanced, with terrible range, terrible accuracy and incredible rate of fire.
"The Ming Dynasty artillery really deserves its reputation!"
On the Spanish fleet side, Corster and Almeida saw the scene in front of them at the same time, and they couldn't help but sigh, and at the same time they were secretly thankful.
"Fortunately we are allies of the Ming Dynasty, otherwise facing such terrifying artillery would be a scene from hell."
"I think those hateful Portuguese people must be very desperate at this moment!"
In fact, the Portuguese are indeed very desperate at this moment.
The accuracy of the Ming Dynasty's artillery is really terrible, and the Portuguese battleship group is divided into dense groups, using a triangular formation, and wave after wave of artillery is directed at the Portuguese battleship group.
The first few waves of hit rate were relatively average, but after a few waves of test firing, the hit rate began to rise linearly.
Each of the twenty Ming warships carried more than two hundred powerful artillery pieces. Calculated, each wave of attacks consisted of more than two thousand artillery shells.
Covered by the terrifying waves of shells, the Portuguese battleship group immediately fell into a wail of pain.
On the rough sea, more than a hundred Portuguese warships advanced under the violent artillery attacks. The water columns raised by the cannonballs continued to slap on the surrounding warships, drenching the Portuguese sailors. The winter cold
When the wind blows, it's bitingly cold.
The unlucky warships were hit by cannonballs one after another, and huge holes appeared one after another. In just a few waves of attacks, some unlucky warships had their masts broken, lost power, and some even began to slowly sink into the sea.
, a large number of people had to jump into the cold sea water.
"Dong dong~dong dong~"
Wave after wave of cannonball attacks were like a tidal wave, one after another, seemingly with no intention of stopping. The whistling sound of the cannonballs was like the roar of a devil, making every Portuguese sailor couldn't help but scratch his chest.
Cross and pray for better luck.
"Full speed ahead~Full speed ahead~"
Da Gama and Andrade kept roaring.
It's frustrating, very frustrating. My own artillery can't reach the opponent at all, but the opponent's artillery is pouring over like a tide.
The distance between the two sides is still far away, but one's warships have been sunk, and even more warships have been damaged. What's even more frustrating is that the sea water in this winter is really too cold.
The water jets carried a large amount of icy seawater and fell onto the battleship, causing all the Portuguese sailors to sneeze. The sea breeze blew and all of them shivered from the cold.
However, as the distance between the two sides became closer and closer, the artillery attacks of the Ming warships became more terrifying, and the hit rate began to rise linearly.
"Hu~hu~"
Under a round of artillery fire, a large number of artillery shells formed a dense rain of bullets. For a moment, a large number of Portuguese warships were covered, and bursts of wailing sounds suddenly sounded from each warship.
"Haha~"
Tian Erniu held a telescope with a smile on his face.
When it comes to naval battles, the people of Ming Dynasty have never been afraid of anyone. They want to join me in a battle, but I don’t have time to play sword games with you. I’m more comfortable playing artillery attacks.
"Spread out to the wings and keep your distance!"
Silently calculating the distance between the two sides, Tian Erniu issued the order again.
Soon, the flag carriers waved the flags in their hands quickly, and the twenty Ming warships quickly moved towards the two sides of the Portuguese warships. Their speed began to slow down, they kept their distance, and continued to bombard the Portuguese warships with explosive force.
"Speed up and move forward~"
"We must not let our allies see our jokes, we are great matadors!"
On the Spanish battleship side, Calster and Almeida roared excitedly. Their artillery was the same as the Portuguese's. They couldn't hit at such a long distance. Moreover, they were not good at artillery battles, and were only good at follow-up battles.
Now I see that the warships of the Ming Dynasty rely on powerful artillery to beat Portugal to the ground. There are more than a hundred warships. The distance between the two sides is still far away, but more than 20 warships have been sunk. As for
Even more people were injured.
Naturally, Spanish matadors cannot just watch the excitement on the sidelines. They are the most powerful knights in Europe during this period, so how can they be nothing?
As Calster and Almeida issued the order, the sixteen Spanish warships rushed straight towards the Portuguese warship group like tigers descending the mountain.
"You can't blame us for seeking death!"
Seeing this scene, Tian Er Newton couldn't help but smile.
"Spanish people have their own pride!"
Jiang Liang next to him also smiled and said.
Twenty Ming warships were divided into two teams, one team of ten ships, drawing a beautiful arc on the sea. The intensive artillery attack still showed no sign of stopping, attacking the Portuguese warship group one after another.
past.
"Damnable Daming people~"
"They are the tiniest cowards who dare not confront us head-on!"
Seeing this scene, Andrade couldn't help but cursed.
The Ming people are slowing down and maintaining a distance from themselves. In this way, the Ming people can take advantage of the range and rate of fire of their artillery and continue to rely on artillery to launch attacks.
It is not easy for one's side to plan to quickly approach the opponent and then defeat the opponent through follow-up battles.
"The Spaniards still have the spirit of chivalry!"
Then, he looked at the Spanish warships that were rushing towards him and couldn't help but admire them.
Accompanied by the rumbling sound of shelling and billowing white smoke, the distance between the two sides became closer and closer, to the point where the people on the other side's warship could be clearly seen with the naked eye.
"Kill!"
The Spanish matador waved his sword and roared with excitement.
The Ming Dynasty was so powerful. There were more than a hundred Portuguese warships. At this time, only about half of the warships were left. The other half of the warships were either sunk or lost their power and were helpless in the sea.
It drifts with the current, or sinks into the sea.
"Caliber is justice!"
"I kind of understand."
Jiang Liang looked at the Portuguese warship with a telescope, and suddenly understood what Tian Erniu said before.
"The Miyun cannon we use is several times larger in caliber than their artillery. The shells produced by this attack are more powerful and destructive. These European warships, which are said to be unable to kill Xiaoqiang, may be difficult to destroy with European artillery.
Yes, it may not be destroyed even if it is hit by dozens of bullets, but under our artillery attack, it can easily be sunk to the bottom of the sea."
"if not!"
"If our artillery can be made bigger and more powerful artillery can be fired, even one shell can be enough to destroy these warships."
"I heard that the imperial court is studying a kind of explosive shell. After this kind of shell hits the target, it will explode again. The power is very terrifying. It only takes one shot of this shell. I think it is possible to sink a warship.
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Tian Erniu smiled and nodded. The larger the caliber of the artillery, the greater the power. The greater the energy carried by the shells, the greater the destructive power.
