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Li Dingguo used to be a bandit, but later he saw grassland warfare by Hong Chengchou's side. These battles were characterized by high mobility, and the performance of the cavalry was very important. This was indeed different from what was taught in the junior military preparation hall in the capital.

Of course, the Great Tomorrow is rich and vast from south to north, with various terrains, such as plains in the north, jungles in the south, mountains in the west, water towns in the east, etc. It can be said that the combat methods and methods of each terrain are different.

Therefore, Emperor Chongzhen's plan was to select several places to establish other junior military training halls based on regional characteristics after the model of the junior military training hall in the capital matured, specifically to teach the unique combat methods and methods of each region.

Of course, some of the characteristics of regional combat that he knew were mainly those he learned from later sources of information such as movies, television networks, etc. He would write them down for reference for these military forces, but more importantly, he still had to be familiar with the local combat patterns. The local army conducted a summary.

After the number of junior military service halls has matured, Emperor Chongzhen will establish an intermediate military service hall. The focus of this intermediate military training center is on the large area, which is to teach combat on two or more types of terrain. After all, the terrain in some places is complex and there is more than one type. Students will be selected from the junior military service hall. Only those with excellent grades or outstanding military exploits in the army are eligible for further study.

After these are mature, a high-level military preparation hall will be established in the capital. Emperor Chongzhen had talked with Zu Dashou about this high-level military service hall. However, in the future, the principal of this high-level military service hall would be held by Emperor Chongzhen himself. It was equivalent to a Jinshi among scholars. They had to take the palace examination and were known as disciples of the emperor. .

At this time, after listening to Li Dingguo's words, Emperor Chongzhen encouraged him a few words and said to Mao Yuanyi: "Bi Qing, the director of the Arms Bureau, will bring something good as soon as he has something good. It is an improved model of this flintlock gun. It needs a little time." . Please tell me about the training of the Fusiliers first!"

Mao Yuanyi and Zu Dashou who were accompanying him couldn't help but be surprised when they heard this. An improved model of the flintlock gun, what is it? Could a more powerful musket have been invented?

Thinking like this, they were a little curious about what kind of flintlock gun the Director of the Ordnance Bureau would bring. Mao Yuanyi suppressed her curiosity and took a flintlock gun from the personal guard. While demonstrating it, she reported his training to Emperor Chongzhen.

In fact, Emperor Chongzhen reviewed the standard training process for flintlock muskets, and even put forward some improvement suggestions to ensure that this standard process was the optimal process for the use of flintlock muskets, including the use of paper shells for custom-loaded ammunition, three Segment shooting and more. As for the ratio and granulation of gunpowder, they have actually been mastered at this time. It is strictly proportioned by the Ordnance Bureau according to the optimal effect. In the past, quality control was not strict, but now this will be done by the Ordnance Bureau. There are two inspections with the New Army, and direct feedback can be given to the emperor, so the quality can be guaranteed.

"...Your Majesty, I have conducted tests on this three-stage rotating fire in three different groups. Is it better to rotate the flintlocks, or to rotate the flintlocks and soldiers together? From the results of the preliminary tests, It seems that in order to achieve the best effect, the latter is better." Mao Yuanyi talked eloquently in front of Emperor Chongzhen.

"This is mainly about our Ming Dynasty's flintlock guns. There are subtle differences between each one. If only the flintlock guns are rotated, the amount of gunpowder and the size of the lead bullets will have an impact on the final shooting effect, and the flintlock guns If the guns and soldiers are rotated together, since the soldiers are familiar with their flintlocks and have prepared the most suitable charge and lead bullets in advance, they can ensure it in every detail..."

Emperor Chongzhen often said in front of his ministers, especially in places such as the New Army, Ordnance Bureau, and Military War Bureau, that practice is the only criterion for testing truth. As the chief instructor of the New Army, Mao Yuanyi could be said to be one of the ministers who had many contacts with Emperor Chongzhen. Naturally, he followed the holy will.

This is not flattery! For those who do practical things, they will naturally understand that this sentence indeed tells the true meaning of doing things. With the support of the leader, you will naturally be willing to practice.

After saying this, Mao Yuanyi changed the subject and said: "However, the requirements in the "New Book of Jixiao" are different. Muskets with the same muzzle specifications and other specifications must be selected in advance to form a team. In this way, the front row full-time Shooting, and the back row is dedicated to loading. Familiarity with the skills, practice makes perfect, in actual combat, it may be better than the current training method!"

After hearing this, Emperor Chongzhen looked at the three rows of soldiers standing in front of him and asked thoughtfully: "What you mean is that the currently purchased flintlock guns are not enough for you to select a flintlock gun that meets the requirements." Guns, such a training summary is conducted based on what is currently available?”

"Your Majesty's warning!" Mao Yuanyi knew that she didn't have to worry. The emperor was a master of this art.

When Emperor Chongzhen heard the reply, he frowned slightly and nodded. The production of flintlock muskets took much longer than matchlocks. Currently, the Ordnance Bureau is trying an assembly line operation, but has not yet completed the improvement of the entire process, so it cannot provide enough flintlock guns for Mao Yuanyi to choose from.

But this is not a problem. The new army will be officially equipped with fusiliers. This will be relatively sufficient time after the Gaizhou War ends next year. There is also the issue of hand-made flintlock guns made by different craftsmen, which are quite different. Bi Maokang will have to try his best to solve it later.

Mao Yuanyi then continued to explain some of the conclusions he gained during the training. After speaking, Emperor Chongzhen ordered: "These are valuable experiences, please record them."

"Wei Chen understands!" Mao Yuanyi himself is a person who has written military books, so how could he not carefully record what he has practiced. But after the emperor gave his instructions, he naturally had to respond immediately.

At this moment, Bi Maokang, director of the Ordnance Bureau, hurried over with a servant. Everyone turned to look at him, especially the generals such as Mao Yuanyi and Zu Dashou. Their eyes were wide open, as if they wanted to see something out of Bi Maokang.

I saw the servant following Bi Maokang holding a long wooden box in his hand. Judging from the appearance, it should be a flintlock gun inside. It's just that the box is covered, so I don't know what it looks like. How powerful is the improved model that the emperor said?

As for Emperor Chongzhen, he naturally knew what Bi Maokang brought. After Bi Maokang finished the ceremony, he ordered Zu Dashou behind him: "Bring over the matchlock soldiers you selected and let's compete with Mao Qing's fusiliers!"

If possible, Zu Dashou really doesn't want to do this. Isn't this just to serve as a foil for Mao Yuanyi! However, the emperor gave the order and he had no choice but to turn around and order a general behind him.

Thanks to Norinco for the reward!