Early Ming Dynasty: Turning Clouds and Rains into New Learning Saints

Chapter 179: The more I know, the more I fear death
Not to mention, Zhu Biao and his party actually met his wife in the department store area. Afterwards, both groups took the same bus and went to the fresh food area, where they saw strange and weird sea fish.

Then, Zhu Jingjing, the Crown Princess and others returned to the county government office first, while Zhu Biao, Zhang Yifan and their group went to Qianhu Office.

On the way, Fang Xiaoru said with some emotion: "Xiaoguan finally knows why Xiangshan County is said to be alive. It should be because the consort said that he is full of expectations for life, so each of them is so angry and energetic, which makes people feel Look, they are full of vitality!"

After hearing this, Zhu Biao turned back to look at him, nodded appreciatively and said, "Yes, I think so too. It seems that every Xiangshan person is full of energy, which is very gratifying to see!"

After finishing speaking, he turned back, looked at Zhang Yifan and said, "If you hadn't seen it with your own eyes, you would never believe what you saw here in Xiangshan County!"

After hearing this, Zhang Yifan said humbly: "Actually, this is the credit of my father. The common people used to live under the rule of the Yuan Dynasty. They were in dire straits and experienced the hardships of the world. Thanks to my father for rising up, expelling the Tartars and restoring China, not only did it bring When peace comes, it also brings them hope, and they will naturally cherish it!"

When Zhu Biao heard this, he laughed.

This brother-in-law has such a sweet mouth, but it’s a pity that his father is not here!
But Fang Xiaoru had a pensive look on his face, and he didn't know what he was thinking?
While chatting, Xiangshan County is not big, and we soon arrived at Qianhusuo.

The Qianhu Office in Xiangshan County is also built with cement and surrounded by walls, covering a wide area.

Because he didn't say hello in advance, no one greeted him at the door of Qianhu Station. Zhu Biao was in a mood and didn't let anyone pass him by.

Originally, I thought that the training at Qianhusuo should be in full swing.However, what surprised Zhu Biao and others was that the daytime here was actually quiet!

Even Lan Yu couldn't help but ask after seeing it: "Where are the people?"

After hearing this, Zhang Yifan replied with a smile: "At this moment, it should be when they are in cultural class, they are all in class!"

When Zhu Biao heard this, he couldn't help but asked in confusion: "What? What cultural class?"

It's not that he can't understand what Zhang Yifan said, but that soldiers can read and write, which is beyond his understanding. Soldiers still need to read and write?Many generals are illiterate, okay?
Zhang Yifan did not explain, pointed in the direction and said: "Let's go over and take a look."

When Zhu Biao saw it, he stopped asking and walked forward according to Zhang Yifan's guidance.

At this time, he suddenly discovered that lines of writing were painted everywhere on the outer wall of the military camp house.

There are things like "protecting the home and the country", "soldiers must obey orders as their bounden duty", and all kinds of military disciplines.

Compared with the military camps Zhu Biao had seen before, even the military camps of famous generals, this military camp was different. It felt like there was an extra cultural atmosphere.

After walking for a while and approaching several barracks, I saw that the soldiers in the camp were holding a sand table and writing there!
They did not go in to disturb them, but just watched outside for a while and found that most of the soldiers were very serious.

So, Zhu Biao curiously asked Zhang Yifan: "What do you think about teaching them reading and literacy?"

When others heard this, they were also curious and looked at Zhang Yifan, waiting for his answer.

After hearing this, Zhang Yifan replied: "Xiangshan County has a universal compulsory military service system, which means that every young man of school age has the obligation to serve as a soldier and adopts a recruitment system. When they reach the age limit, they can choose to retire and return to their hometown. If they only learn to kill in the military camp, The enemy may not have any skills when they return home. But if they can read and write in the military camp, it will be of great help to them when they return home."

Lan Yu heard this and interjected: "You are thinking too much! It's just these soldiers who are fighting. If you know more, you will be afraid of death. Therefore, when selecting soldiers, you must choose those who are easy to manage."

Of course, he is a military commander, so if he says this based on his own position, it cannot be said that he is wrong.

However, after hearing this, Zhang Yifan turned to look at him and said, "Not necessarily. If they can read and write, they will be able to understand. It's hard to say about other aspects. If the war goes unfavorably, they will be able to understand the truth better and their resilience will be better." Much better than soldiers who don’t know anything!”

Having said this, he paused and then said: "In addition, their subjective initiative is definitely better than that of soldiers who don't understand anything. For example, during some wars, if they lose contact with the coach, they may be able to understand the coach's Intent, make the right decision, not panic and don't know what to do without the manager!"

After finishing speaking, Zhang Yifan saw that Lanyu seemed to want to refute, so he added: "Of course, this is my family's opinion. You don't have to believe it. Anyway, I am a special zone, and I can try anything. If it is really the same As I think, then the combat power of our Ming army will be even stronger."

In fact, what he said has basis, but his basis is in later generations, so there is no way to express it.

Of course, Zhang Yifan has actually considered the differences between ancient and modern times.

In ancient times, battles were basically fought in large groups, so the requirements were higher for integrity.In later generations, the number of combat units was not at the same level as in ancient wars.Even a small force can have a significant impact on the battle situation.At this time, it is even more important to emphasize individual initiative.

But Zhang Yifan also believed that with him around, the popularity of firearms in the Ming army would definitely accelerate. At that time, they would not fight with large corps like before, but could be divided into smaller combat units.

When Lan Yu heard what he said at the end, she didn't hesitate anymore and just asked: "Where is Wu Beitang? The general wants to see Wu Beitang!"

Zhang Yifan listened and pointed with his hand, not far ahead.

So, the group of people walked towards Wu Beitang.

As Zhu Biao walked away, he said: "Yifan, you are very thoughtful. Practice hard and let them compete later to see if they are better. Or this way, when I go back, I will inform my father and let them go to the capital." Let’s compete and let my father see it.”

When Zhang Yifan heard this, he immediately became happy and immediately answered: "Brother, this is your decision!"

If there is this incentive, I believe these soldiers will learn more carefully.

Zhu Biao saw it and replied with a smile: "It depends on what my father thinks about this matter. I will definitely say it."

While they were talking, they quickly arrived at the location of Armed Forces Hall.

The soldiers here also study in the barracks.

The coach Zhu Liangzu, who had not shown up before, and Qianhu Qixiang and others were all here.

That Zhu Liangzu used to be Marquis Yongjia, and Zhu Biao still knew him. However, at this time, Zhu Biao asked with some surprise: "Isn't he the instructor? What is he studying?"

Fang Xiaoru also saw it and immediately replied, "Yesterday, my official saw this symbol and asked about it. He said it was a number!"

That's right, they're in math class now.

Although Zhu Biao listened to Fang Xiaoru's words, he still turned to look at Zhang Yifan, waiting for him to explain more.Zhang Yifan replied with a smile: "They are numbers, simple and easy to remember. They are learning some arithmetic now, which will be very useful for them to march and fight."

When Lan Yu heard this, she immediately asked: "I heard that this can be considered the accuracy of artillery?"

As a general in the army, he naturally knows the impact of good use of artillery.Especially when Zhu Biao said that the prince-in-law had invented a powerful artillery, he knew how much impact artillery would have on the war.

Therefore, the accuracy of artillery is the key, and he had heard that Xiangshan County Wu Beitang had secrets in this regard, so he wanted to take a look.

At this time, when Zhang Yifan heard Lan Yu's question, he turned to look at him, nodded and said: "It's not possible to be precise now, it can only be a big difference."

When he said this, he saw Lan Yu's very serious look. Thinking about this famous general of the Ming Dynasty, he explained to him: "First of all, you can use the sight on the artillery, the door and the target, and use three-point-one Aim the line and correct the direction. Secondly, you can use the thumb ranging method to estimate the approximate distance, and then calibrate the launch according to the predetermined artillery parameters. Of course, you can also use the watch rod to measure the distance, which will be more accurate. Thumb measuring The distance method is for temporary emergency use, but more training can also improve accuracy..."

With the nearly 300-year history of the Ming Dynasty, especially with the emergence of Xiyi, artillery technology began to flourish, and the corresponding aiming technology naturally also increased.

By the late Ming Dynasty, the military actually had a relatively standardized distance measurement method, which was distance measurement with a table pole. The calculation method used the Pythagorean oblique chord measurement.

At this time, listening to Zhang Yifan talking, everyone, including Lan Yu, who thought he was very capable in fighting, was stunned.It gave them a feeling that the artillery range measurement mentioned by Zhang Yifan was really powerful and could definitely be done, because it sounded very knowledgeable to them.

In fact, let alone them, Zhu Liangzu's ability to lead troops in battles is only strong. He was also confused when he listened to Zhang Yifan's story.

Why did he obediently study mathematics there? It was because Zhang Yifan shocked him.

The people in Wu Beitang, including Zhu Liangzu, had no basic knowledge at all, so they needed some time to learn the most basic mathematics.

At this time, the movement outside finally alarmed the people inside, Qi Xiang and Zhu Liangzu both came out to check the situation.

Of course the two of them knew Zhu Biao.Without prior notice, everyone was shocked to see Zhu Biao there.

After coming back to their senses, they hurriedly stepped forward to greet him.

Especially Zhu Liangzu, who was still terrified and excited.

His identity at this time was actually that he was a thief who joined the army. It was Zhang Yifan who promoted him to be the instructor.The prince is the future emperor and the one who decides his destiny.

I suddenly saw Zhu Biao in Wu Beitang. You can see how good the relationship with the consort is without using your eyes.

In other words, if the consort wants to say something nice to him later, the impact will definitely be very great.

He was thinking about it, when he heard the son-in-law say to them with a smile: "You guys have to practice hard, maybe you will have the opportunity to go to the capital to compete with the elites over there."

Upon hearing this, Zhu Biao couldn't help but be speechless. He said it before he was sure!Is this trying to catch a duck?But the decision-making power lies with the father!
However, even though he was thinking this, he was probably certain that his father was definitely interested, otherwise, he would not have mentioned this matter to Zhang Yifan at all.

When Zhu Liangzu heard Zhang Yifan's words, he became even more excited.If he performs well, it will be his chance to make a comeback.Those bastards must be trained hard!
At this time, Zhang Yifan told Qi Xiang and Zhu Liang: "His Highness is here once in a blue moon, so you can show His Highness the teaching situation of Wu Beitang!"

The opportunity to perform in front of the prince must not be missed.

Zhu Liangzu and Qi Xiang immediately agreed and went to make arrangements immediately.

Zhang Yifan, on his side, accompanied Zhu Biao to the general station and began to watch the drill at Wu Beitang.

Needless to say, all the students at the Military Academy were extremely excited when they heard that the prince consort accompanied the prince for inspection.

The prince has actually arrived in Xiangshan County and has to inspect them. That means he will risk his life to show the best results.

I kept practicing until noon and finally got the result.

Zhu Biao is not a person without eyesight. He has seen many of the elites in the capital.With just a comparison, you can naturally know the strength of Wu Beitang!
There is also Lan Yu, who is even more discerning than Zhu Biao, and has an accurate estimate of the real combat power of Xiangshan County.

To be honest, the students of Wu Beitang are still much worse than the emperor's guards.At least the fierceness of fighting on the battlefield cannot be seen.

A soldier who has never been on the battlefield is always just a recruit.

However, whether it is Zhu Biao or Lan Yu, they have to admit that under the training of Zhu Liangzu and Qi Xiang, these Wu Beitang students are not only able to demonstrate the Yuanyang Formation skillfully, but also have flexible tactics in simulated battles, and can dismantle the Yuanyang Formation. The points are natural.The commander-in-chief's instructions are given, and the captains of each team can understand and execute them well.

Unfortunately, there are no artillery here in the Armed Forces.However, they also showed the prince the application of thumb distance measurement method and watch stick distance measurement method.

In short, Zhu Biao and Lan Yu did see something in this army that other armies did not have.

Zhu Biao was not dining in the army. Before leaving, he told Qi Xiang and Zhu Liangzu to listen to their consort and continue practicing well.

Naturally, the officers and soldiers of Qianhusuo already knew that the prince was coming, and every one of them was as if they had been given a shot of blood, and they were even more motivated to train.

In such a remote place as Xiangshan County, His Royal Highness the Prince is here because of the consort. This is such an important thing.

You must train well and never embarrass your consort!

Of course, they were all in the military camp. Although they knew that the Crown Prince was here, they could not go out due to military regulations, so the news that the Crown Prince came to Xiangshan County was not spread.

On Zhang Yifan's side, he accompanied Zhu Biao and others back to the county government office. After having a meal, he went to visit the bank in the afternoon.

The next day’s itinerary is to visit cement workshops and salt fields;
The third day of the itinerary is the fish floss workshop and fishing fleet camp;
The fourth day of the itinerary was the pirate settlement on Qi’ao Island;

The fifth day of the itinerary was to leave Xiangshan County and ride a horse around the boundaries of Xiangshan.

After so many days, Zhu Biao finally had a real overall grasp of Xiangshan County.

(End of this chapter)