Han Shizu

Chapter 224 To collect its elite soldiers, first collect its craftsmen

Inside the Tokyo Arms Prison, guarded by cranes and guards, the emperor Liu Chengyou and Jixiang Wangzhang came to inspect in person.Accompanied by Yan Jinqing, who has been relocated to the Military Weapons Supervision, the inspection was very detailed, and he inspected Jiafang, Nufang, Material Warehouse, Leather Corner Field, Supply Warehouse and other equipment departments without missing a single thing.

The great Han Dynasty respected the morality of water, so the colors of the military flags and poles made by the Han Dynasty are mainly black, and the whole color is dark, revealing a sense of solemnity.

In the east workshop where short soldiers were forged, the department ordered the workshop soldiers to place a batch of newly made swords for inspection.

Soldiers are weapons of murder, and everyone dispersed, separated far away.Respectfully, Yan Jinqing pointed to two of the rows, and introduced: "Your Majesty, my lord, this is a new hand knife made by the Military Weapons Workshop, and the back is a drop knife."

After decades of war, the weapons used in the army are chaotic.These two are more representative.Hand knife, one edge, the handle is as short as a sword.The drop knife is a long weapon, with two blades on the body, the blade is wide at the top, made in the shape of a mountain character, and has a long handle, which is shaped like an oar.

The development of weapons changes with the development of the times. Up to now, the original close-combat weapon Tang Hengdao can no longer keep up with the times. It is not that the sword is not good, but that the country cannot afford it, and the form of war is also happening. changing.

Like a hand knife, it is easy to use and cost-effective.

Liu Chengyou stepped forward alone, picked it up, weighed it, and waved it a few times impromptuly. Before others complimented him, he said: "This is used by the soldiers in the army. It depends on life and safety. I can't evaluate it!"

Immediately, he randomly summoned a guard and handed it to him: "Try it!"

The imperial guards in the palace are naturally warriors with rich combat experience, and they were ordered to try their swords.There are no bells and whistles in the movements, they are the most concise, direct, and lethal movements. Although they are not gorgeous, the murderous intent is hidden in the plain.

The weapons that can be inspected by the emperor are naturally the finished products that have been tested by soldiers in the early stage, and the finished products have been continuously improved. Of course, there are no mistakes in the results of the knife test.The only reaction is that the sword is lighter, but the strength of soldiers can be divided into strength and weakness, this is not a big problem, it can be used by most soldiers, it is enough
After testing the knife and the gun, the gun is divided into cavalry, the cavalry is first equipped with a hook and ring, and the rifle is divided into plain wood and crow neck.There are also small differences, and there are many types.

Swords are simpler, without so many tricks, they are all thick-backed and short-bodied, not at all "gentleman" style, but they are only used by soldiers.

The remaining plates, shields, axes, whips, and sticks have all been inspected.

On the whole, Liu Chengyou was very satisfied with the operation of the Military Weapons Supervision. He called Yan Jinqing to sit down and talk, and said: "Yan Qing sentenced the Military Weapons Supervision and was loyal to his duties. I am very satisfied. However, the types of military weapons produced are too complicated. , when there is something to focus on!"

Yan Jinqing was overjoyed at first, then listened to what he said, and immediately asked cautiously: "Please show me, Your Majesty."

"Crossbows and Jia Yiqian, the master of swords makes hand swords and drops swords, and the gun temporarily cancels the small part, shield and flag, so as to be simple and effective!" Liu Chengyou said after thinking for a while.

"Obey!" Yan Jinqing quickly agreed.

"But! The premise of all this is to ensure the quality of military weapons, and implement the reward and punishment system at every level. If there is a mistake, someone will be held accountable!" Liu Chengyou added sternly.

"Yes!" Still without the slightest hesitation.

"In addition, before the autumn harvest this year, I want to provide armaments for an army of [-]!"

To this last point, Yan Jinqing's answer was not so neat, and she couldn't be neat.Seeing hesitation on his face, Liu Chengyou couldn't help asking: "What's the problem?"

Upon hearing this, Yan Jinqing couldn't help but respond anxiously to Liu Chengyou: "Your Majesty, there are two problems in the current military weapons supervision. One is the lack of materials such as iron, tin, leather, feather wood, tendons and bones, and the other is the lack of craftsmen. With these two things, I am afraid that it will be difficult for the minister to meet His Majesty's expectations."

After speaking, Yan Jinqing explained to Liu Chengyou in a little detail.

The shortage of materials is conceivable and not surprising.As for craftsmen, according to his words, there are indeed not many.Under the jurisdiction of the entire Military Weapons Supervision, there are only about [-] craftsmen of all kinds, and the proportion of skilled craftsmen is even less.

Taking Nufang as an example, there are more than [-] craftsmen.For an ordinary yellow birch bow, even if the tendons, bones, bark and wood are sufficient, ordinary craftsmen will spend two days, and making about twenty arrows.For the rest, most of these cases.
Hearing his words, Liu Chengyou frowned, pondered for a long time, raised his eyes and saw Yan Jinqing's apprehensive expression, he couldn't help flicking his hand, and said in relief: "I didn't think properly. You are also seeking truth from facts and speaking faithfully, so don't be nervous. "

After pondering for a while, Liu Chengyou glanced at Wang Zhang and said to Yan Jinqing: "Material problem, the Ministry of Salt and Iron, discuss the disposal method. Pay money and grain, and step up the collection of folk leather, wood, tendons and paint materials, but pay attention to the means. Let my ears gather for a moment!"

Hearing this, Wang Zhang's face twitched, and he said yes helplessly.

"As for craftsmen." Liu Chengyou murmured, but didn't say anything, as if he was still thinking about it.

Quickly came back to his senses, and said to Yan Jinqing: "You only need to coordinate all the workshops and departments to build weapons for the imperial court and the imperial army!"

"Yes!"

After the inspection, on the way back to the palace, Liu Chengyou asked Wang Zhang to ride in a Luan to talk.

"Wang Qing, all the roads and state governments in the world have their own weapon workshops to prepare military weapons for export to Tokyo. I have heard that every year the state and town finances and taxes are retained. Looting wealth. There are many people who privately make armor in the name of paying tribute, and extort money from the people!" Liu Chengyou said to Wang Zhang.

Hearing the string song and knowing the elegant meaning, Wang Zhang was stunned, and asked: "Your Majesty wants to rectify the local workshops?"

Wang Zhang used the word "rectification" well.

After mentioning this matter, Liu Chengyou didn't procrastinate, just nodded and said: "The armors of the states are not well-made, and they occupy property and disturb the people too much. Since it is an evil government, it should be dismissed."

Knowing the king's will, Wang Zhang's eyes couldn't help flashing with emotion, he thought about it secretly, and said to Liu Chengyou: "If you can let it go, you can choose one of the craftsmen to go to Beijing to prepare for the service, and you can also accept it." The materials for making wares will be transported to Tokyo. In this way, we can not only solve the difficulties of military supervision, improve the manufacturing of wares and armors, but also put an end to bad governance and reduce the burden on the people. Kill two birds with one stone, Your Majesty is wise!"

Of course, more importantly, Wang Zhang didn't mention it.Stopping local workshops and accepting the best craftsmen from all over the world to the central government, which is to weaken the strength of local governments in terms of weapons and equipment, and weaken the threat of local governments to the central government.This is also a means of cutting the feudal clan.

Up to now, no matter what it is, any policy or measure, it can be linked to the conflict between the imperial court and the local government.

"After returning to the Yamen, the minister discussed with the ministers and bureaucrats, and came up with a charter, ordering all the states in the world to stop the military workshop!" Wang Zhang took the initiative.

Liu Chengyou shook his head firmly, looked at his knees with his fingers, and said calmly, "Start from Zhuzhou Town, Gyeonggi, and the rest will follow slowly!"

Wang Zhang was taken aback for a moment, then nodded slowly, and sighed with cupped hands: "Your Majesty is thinking about Zhou Xiang, I understand!"

"Secondly Xu Yan, then Hebei, next Guanyou, and next Hedong" Liu Chengyou said in a barely audible voice.

This decree is definitely not easy to implement, even more difficult than Liu Chengyou's previous new policy of benefiting the people. Using military weapons is equivalent to mobilizing the guy who "eats" him, and the resistance from the prefectural town is definitely not small.

However, starting from the prefectures and counties directly under the imperial court and Kinki Fang Town, it is always easy to solve.Step by step, Liu Chengyou always remembers, take your time.

Of course, this policy is to use the Tokyo workshop to supply the world's army. If that step is really achieved, new problems will definitely arise, such as the cost of forging and transportation during the process.
However, policies are subject to change.

(End of this chapter)