Zhang Yi and others visited the battleship with great interest. It can be said that except for the observation window, all places are covered with thick armor.
The eight 88mm cannons at the front, rear, left and right are all within the protection range of the armor. Even if the enemy's primitive artillery fires, it will not cause any casualties.
Below the deck, there are kitchens, dormitories, and ammunition depots for storing dry-fire artillery shells.
In addition, large supply ships, landing ships, etc. have been built in Shanghai Port, forming a complete fleet with the capability of ocean warfare.
Furthermore, the largest supply ship has a tonnage of 2,000 tons, is also made of steel, and can be used as a battleship if it is equipped with cannons.
Arriving in the command room, everyone sat down and Zhang Yi expressed his new idea.
"The 2,000-ton steel ship is equipped with 8 steam engines. It is so powerful that it can even smash the enemy's wooden ship into pieces!"
"What a good idea," Xiaoliu said happily, "Don't our new army bring hundreds of cannons? If half of them are installed on other battleships, the combat effectiveness will be greatly enhanced!"
Xiaolong, Chen Yiyi and Zhang Zhiyuan all applauded.
Subsequently, Zhang Yi made further arrangements.
"Commander Zhang, I will allocate part of the artillery of the New Army to your navy. After you arrive at Shanghai Port, immediately arm all the iron ships that can be armed. Then you must blockade Hangzhou Bay as soon as possible and launch a fierce attack on the fleets of the Six Nations.
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"Please rest assured, Commander, we will resolutely carry out the tasks assigned by the Commander," Zhang Zhiyuan stood at attention and saluted, "I promise Commander, we will never let go of any enemy ship!"
The young man was full of energy and saluted at every turn. At first glance, he looked like a well-trained professional soldier.
"Zhiyuan, do your best, we believe in you," Xiao Liu said happily, "You are one of the principal's most valued students, and you will definitely live up to the principal's expectations."
"Yes, my subordinates will never disappoint the principal's expectations. I will keep the motto of the military academy in mind and strive for the rise of China!"
Zhang Zhiyuan said respectfully.
Zhang Yi nodded with satisfaction. He was the principal of the military academy, and he knew that this educated student army would have great combat effectiveness.
He smiled and waved his hands, asking Zhang Zhiyuan to relax and sit down to talk.
"Principal, won't you go with our navy to Hangzhou Bay?" Zhang Zhiyuan bowed and asked.
"I really want to, but the situation on land is more complicated," Zhang Yi said regretfully, "I have full confidence in our navy. If you fight hard, we will attack from both sea and land and defeat the Six Nations Allied Forces!"
"Don't be anxious, Zhiyuan," Xiaolong said with a smile, "After this big battle, we will usher in the unification of China. After that, my sworn brother will personally lead the Chinese fleet, and we will attack the Japanese country together!"
"Okay, I'm looking forward to this day!" Zhang Zhiyuan jumped up again, stood at attention and saluted.
Everyone here is a legendary hero, how dare he sit and talk.
Zhang Yi and others laughed.
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In the afternoon, the battleship sailed to Shanghai Port amid the welcome of everyone.
Looking at this majestic fleet, Zhang Yi smiled from ear to ear. He was so happy. He didn't know how many people had made great efforts for this.
This fleet carries the hope of China's rise, and Zhang Yi seems to have seen the Chinese dragon flag flying across the world's oceans.
"Yi Ge?" Xiao Liu grabbed Zhang Yi's arm and shouted.
"Ah?" Zhang Yi's wandering thoughts finally came back.
"It's time for us to set off, Brother Yi," Xiaolong reminded, "Currently our forward is blocked at the front line of Huangshan Mountain, where the enemy has deployed heavy troops."
"That is the last barrier to Lin'an. If we break through this line of defense, Lin'an will be undefeated." Zhang Yi knew the situation well, "Everyone, let's go support Marshal Xiao and the others!"
"Yes, brother Yi," Chen Yiyi said, "Zhu Shuai's army will arrive in Anqing tonight and will march in a hurry tomorrow. Then we can meet up and take Lin'an in one go!"
"good."
Zhang Yifei got on the horse, Xiao Liu, Xiao Long and Chen Yiyi also jumped on the horse.
Led 50,000 new troops and rushed towards Huangshan.
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The Six-Nation Alliance, plus the army of Little China, is the Seven-Nation Alliance to be precise.
They constructed a temporary position in Huangshan Mountain.
They launched an artillery attack from a high position and blocked the cavalry troops of Niubeng, Shi Gandang and Aser.
Even primitive artillery poses a great threat to cavalry.
In accordance with Yi Ge's instructions to stop when encountering artillery fire, the cavalry retreated outside the range of the artillery and waited for Yi Ge's arrival.
In fact, the Huangshan Mountain Line is only a few dozen kilometers long and can be completely bypassed.
But that would expose the flanks and rear to the enemy.
Niu Ben was impatient and wanted to launch a strong attack, but was stopped by Shi Gandang and Aser.
"Brother Niu, a body of flesh and blood is no more than an artillery piece. If you dare to act recklessly, Brother Niu will be furious," Shi Gandang advised, "Let's just listen to Brother Niu, contain the enemy, and wait on the spot."
"Humph, little fat man, don't scare me. My sworn brother has never been angry with my brothers," Niu Ben said. Even so, he did not dare to disobey military orders, "Then let's just wait."
Shi Gandang and Aser looked at each other and smiled, Man Niu was just a tough talker.
At night, Xiao Han arrived with 50,000 new troops.
Upon seeing this situation, he ordered the artillery regiment to set up artillery and bombard them.
The two sides exchanged bombardments and the sound of artillery boomed.
Our artillery has a long range and high accuracy. It quickly silenced the enemy. We quickly moved the artillery and dispersed it behind the rocks to resist desperately.
It was already dark and a strong attack was not feasible. As marshal, Xiao Han ordered the camp to be set up.
When the camp was set up, Xiao Han suddenly gave an order to leave only half of the people in the camp and light a bonfire to cook and eat.
The remaining half of the troops, together with the artillery regiment, all retreated.
"Brother Xiao, why are you arranged like this?" Shi Gandang asked in confusion.
"Think about it," Xiao Han said with a smile, "the enemy's artillery fire does not have the upper hand. They don't dare to approach us during the day. They can only wait until late at night to attack us secretly!"
"Haha, Xiao Shuai is an assassin and is best at sneak attacks. If you dare to do this in front of Xiao Shuai, you are looking for death!" Aser praised.
"It's important to be on guard against others, Brother Aser," Xiao Han said with a smile, "You are the big brother, just call me little brother in private."
Several people laughed.
Aser talks about Xiao Shuai, which makes Xiao Han a little uncomfortable.
"We are all good brothers, but whoever is more capable will listen to whoever is the best. It is also appropriate to call you Xiao Shuai, hahaha." Niu Ben patted Xiao Han on the shoulder and said, recalling that in those days, he and Xiao Han would fight each other as soon as they met. Together, Xiao Han is now a marshal, which is really amazing.
After joking for a while, the soldiers followed Xiao Han's arrangements and prepared an ambush.
Sure enough, at three o'clock in the morning, when people and horses were exhausted, countless Japanese soldiers sneaked towards the camp.
Tens of thousands of enemies were all on foot, holding muskets and various cold weapons in their hands, trying to catch our army off guard.