Chapter 384: Test Firing Artillery

Fortunately, at the moment, there is no rush in this matter. Because the policy of 'the book is the same text, the car is the same track', it is most suitable for the period of great unification. At that time, the central government had supreme authority, and the accessibility of government decrees was also the highest.

And at the moment, it is only the province of Khorasan. In terms of time, there is no hurry. In addition, the coexistence of multiple languages also reflects the tolerance of the Doge's Palace. It is a great benefit for the upcoming expansion.

So after thinking about it, Li Chengji didn't put too much thought into this matter.

After staying like this for a while, Li Chengji returned to the Governor's Mansion with Li Chengye, who returned to the barracks. In the car, Li Chengji asked Li Chengye to hone well in the barracks. In the future, he will compete for the title of Marquis of Wanhu.

This made Li Chengye listen to it, and his heart was hot.

At the same time, military cooperation between the Khorasan Governor's Office and the Emir of Bamiyan was also agreed. First of all, the Governor's Office of Khorasan promised to march from Yeli County to Fislogu. At that time, the land of the Gur Mountains belonged to the Governor's Palace of Khorasan. The money of Fislogu City is divided into two halves.

At the same time, the territory laid by Bamiyan, in addition to the population, can be taken away as much as possible. But what the cathars have laid down is untouchable.

In the Gur Mountains, there is oil and water to be fished out of Fislogu, the old capital of the Gur people. Therefore, the practice of the Governor's Office of Khorasan to divide the general money and silk is still more just.

On this condition, the Governor's Palace of Khorasan would cooperate with Bamiyan in attacking the guards of Gicini. When the time comes, it will be bounded by the Helmand River. The east belongs to Bamiyan, and the west belongs to the governor's palace of Khorasan. In later generations, it included the higher mountainous areas of Afghanistan's Ghor Province, most of the northwestern part of Daikundi Province, and Helmand Province.

These are all poor mountains and bad waters, and they are not suitable for life and raising. And the local people are fierce, and it is quite troublesome to rule. So it was given to Khorasan, and the emir of Bamiyan was not distressed. In addition, there was a saying from the Governor's Palace in Khorasan that after taking Jici Ni, it would support him to continue his march to the east.

Even if it hits Delhi, it is possible.

The emirs of Bamiyan are well aware of Tianzhu's wealth. Since a slave can be powerful in Tianzhu, why can't he?

So this promise is what Bamiyan's emir is most moved by.

So the entire military plan was set for the summer. It was the hottest time of the year. The mountain trails in the Gur Mountains are also not so difficult. It is most appropriate to launch an offensive.

Once the basic plan is set, it's time to discuss the specific steps of action. It's not that hard! And for the sake of secrecy, the messengers sent by Bamiyan stayed. When the specific charter came out, they were allowed to go back and implement it.

It's not Li Chengji's turn to worry about this matter! All he had to do was look at the results of the United Front Work Department, put forward some opinions or questions, and grasp the general direction.

Therefore, his energy was put into the development of firearms by the Superintendent.

In order to make siege weapons as soon as possible, Li Chengji deliberately took out the drawings of the artillery of later generations, and asked the craftsmen to draw the scoop according to the gourd and make it as soon as possible.

Unfortunately, the technology of making artillery is completely new. So for the craftsmen, it is not easy. Therefore, their first priority was not to make it, but to know how the gun works and how to learn about the various parts.

Li Chengji took time out to deliberately explain to the craftsmen. Finally, in the shortest possible time, the craftsmen understood the basic operating principle. Then I collected the materials and prepared to make them.

Fortunately, in this matter, Li Chengji was prepared. Therefore, a long time ago, a batch of brass, refined iron, cowhide, cow tendon and other key materials for making artillery were collected. As long as the craftsmen master the craftsmanship, they can produce a steady stream of finished products.

Just because of the first attempt, the loss rate reached almost 100%. In particular, the firing of gun barrels always has the problem of size mismatch or insufficient hardness. So that the craftsmen are also racking their brains.

This made Li Chengji have to do it himself. He even deliberately set aside time to stay in the Superintendent for a few days.

Finally, after overcoming various technical problems, a sample of the artillery was created.

It is two feet high, and the barrel is one foot long. It weighs about 20 tons, and its whole body is blue-black. Caliber, between eighty and ninety millimeters. The firing range theory is about eight miles, and the accuracy is only known after trying.

In order to test the effectiveness of the artillery as soon as possible, Li Chengji couldn't wait for his subordinates to prepare for the test firing.

So in the black desert northwest of Malu, there was a sudden roar. The nearest village in the green state, the villagers were immediately alarmed. Some people think that the gods have sent down divine punishment and kowtow to worship. Some thought it was an earthquake and ran out of the house.

It wasn't until they saw the smoke in the northwest that a few bold villagers rushed over to take a look. But not long after walking, a group of soldiers in military uniforms jumped out from behind the sand dunes. Several villagers were frightened and did not dare to make a move.

The soldiers didn't say much, and took them away.

Not long after, an imam dressed in white came to the village. Tell the villagers that there is a giant beast lying dormant in the northwest land. Now he has awakened, but he is cursed by God and cannot leave.

But as soon as someone comes near, they will eat it.

Thinking of the missing villagers, the villagers will also be suspicious. Then officials came and moved all the people away. It is said that this place is too close to the giant beasts of the wilderness, and I am afraid that I am worried about my life. So I found a new piece of land for them to recuperate.

As for here, it has become a forbidden place.

Just when the people below followed Lee Seungji's orders and arranged these. Li Chengji, who acted as the shopkeeper, has been staying in the newly established Firearms Division. This is a division and office that was re-established after the artillery test firing that day.

First, it is to make the development of firearms more standardized and systematic. Second, it is also for the sake of secrecy.

After all, the secret of firearms leaked out, but it was very serious.

Despite the test launch that day, it was not successful. Strictly speaking, it's a failure. Because during the test firing, not a single shot was fired, and the chamber was directly exploded. Fortunately, before this, Li Chengji made safety preparations.

As a result, the craftsman who ignited the fire was killed on the spot. The others were not injured. It's just that the ears are affected, buzzing tinnitus for days on end.

Through this, the craftsmen also began to pay attention to the power of artillery. And Li Chengji did not think it was sad, but happy. Because the bore is blown, it's a good start. At the very least, this shows that they were on the right track to be artillery.

It's just that the details need to be improved. Therefore, as long as the cause of the explosion is found out and carefully corrected, the day when the cannon will be on the battlefield will not be far away.