The legend of the king of crossing

Chapter 524 Melee

After listening to the conversation between A Shu, Boyan and others.Shi Yuqi was deeply moved.I thought to myself. "Back then. When I left the country for Lin'an. Before the battle, the Mongolian army would never have the idea of ​​'when the situation is unfavorable. You can retreat at any time'. Now, the war has not begun. First consider the retreat in case of unfavorable situations. Obviously. .Compared with the Song army, our army is psychologically weak."

but.Shi Yuqi, who knows the power of firearms, understands.This is indeed a helpless move.

The quality of the Yuan army is extremely high.After the order is issued.Only a quarter of an hour passed.Asahan had already led ten thousand cavalry from the camp.Except for the 5000 yuan army infantry left behind.The remaining [-] cavalry troops were under the personal command of generals such as Ashu and Boyan.Also left Nanyang one after another.

Although the rain is not too heavy.But the muddy road also made the Yuan army's horses only half as fast as usual.After more than four hours.The Yuan army arrived about 300 meters east of Dengzhou City.

"General Atahai. You go back to the city directly. Follow the plan. You will attack from north to south." Boyan ordered. "Tell General Zhang. Be flexible."

"Yes. General Boyan." Atahai said softly, "Drive".Then go west.

About half an hour passed.The [-] troops gathered in one place one after another.Been drenched in light rain on and off for such a long time.Even the Mongolian iron cavalry with strong physical fitness also felt a little uncomfortable.

Ali Haiya said: "I didn't expect to spend so much time. It's already 45:[-] ([-]:[-] in the morning). Commander. Do you want to rest for a while before launching an attack."

Ashu shook his head and said: "The soldiers have been drenched in the rain for a long time. This rain will not stop for a while. Once it stops to rest, the body will become dull instead. At present, we can only seek a quick solution. Ah General Thorn Sea."

"The end is here."

"You lead your troops as the vanguard. Set out immediately. Attack from the southwest."

"Yes. Marshal. The last general obeys the order."

"General Ali Hague. You lead 2 troops and follow immediately."

"Yes. Commander."

"General Guo Kan. General Kong Yuan. You each lead 1 horses to assist the army to attack. Enter from the two wings."

"Yes. Commander."

Boyan said: "Generals, although rainy weather is not conducive to horse bows and arrows, it is much easier to deal with than firearms. Our army is in the rain. The enemy army is also in the rain. This is a contest of will. And This also happens to be the strength of our army. Alright, let's go."

Generally speaking.in ancient times.Rainy days will only march.Basically no wars.Say nothing else.It's just that the armor on his body was drenched by rain.It is not something ordinary soldiers can bear.Although all the cavalry of the Yuan army went into battle lightly.And it was raining again.Still very uncomfortable.

Large-scale military operations naturally cannot be hidden from the scouts of the Song Army.When the Yuan army from Nanyang came outside Dengzhou City.I have already ordered all the troops to stand ready.Although the number of cavalry is far less than that of the opponent.But over 100 years.Song Jun has been training the tactics of breaking cavalry with steps.Plus the great victory in the Battle of Xiangyang.Morale is high.There is much less fear of the so-called invincible Mongolian iron cavalry.

The distance is getting closer. A trench 80 meters away temporarily slowed down the Yuan army cavalry.Yuan Ji, who has excellent eyesight and hearing, stood on a high platform in person.He kept telling Wanyan Tianlei about the movements of the Yuan army.

Hundreds of Yuan soldiers were under the command of a commander.A long piece of wood was erected on top of the trench.The first cavalry rushed across the ditch.

at this time.The sound of artillery suddenly sounded.It's like thunder in this rainy day.

"What. Is it still possible to launch in rainy weather?" Arakhan was taken aback.but.At this point.He couldn't allow him to think too much.Military orders are like mountains.The [-] cavalry of the Vanguard Battalion ignored the explosion of the artillery.Although the heart is quite fearful.Still bravely rushed forward.

Artillery in the rain is difficult to hit the target.The explosive power is also much weaker.But the wooden boards on the trench could not withstand the repeated explosions of the artillery.After being blown to pieces, they fell into the trench one after another.

The more than 2000 cavalry troops rushing to the front soon encountered the resistance of the Song Army.Nearly [-] infantry led by the [-]th Army held weapons.Break out of the camp outside Upper Camp Village.The heavy armored infantry raised their heavy weapons one by one.Slams at an enemy or warhorse.Yuan army cavalry for convenience.They wear simple battle armor.Plus speed restrictions in the rain.Basically, it is impossible to avoid a blow from the heavy armor.The Yuan army who was smashed off the horse by the heavy armor army has not yet reacted.Immediately afterwards, he was attacked by the swords and guns of the infantry beside the heavy armored army.Immediately flustered.

at the same time.The more than 2 Yuan troops directly north of Shangying Village were under the command of Zhang Hongfan and Atahai.Also started to attack.

Visibility is inherently low in rainy days.Plus it's early morning again.Crete could only give the launch order by feeling.One order.The fifteen cannons of the third team of the artillery battalion roared in unison.

Most of the Yuan army in Dengzhou City participated in the Battle of Guanzitan.I know the power of artillery.At this time, artillery roared again.I couldn't help but panic.But due to the strict military regulations of the Yuan army.I had no choice but to bite the bullet and rush forward.Although not many soldiers died under the artillery.But it was divided into two parts.The soldiers in front were stopped by the Song army rushing out.The two sides rely on the faint light.Fight in one place.The main force responsible for the defense of the north is more than 2 soldiers from the [-]th and [-]th chambers of the Xiangyang Military Region.Lv Wenhuan, the coach of the Central Northern Expedition Army, personally commanded it.

On the occasion of this melee.The rain suddenly increased.Crete had to order.The artillery stopped firing for the time being.Take this opportunity.The Yuan army behind rushed up one after another.

at this time.The movements of both sides became slower as the rain intensified.Sometimes it is difficult to tell whether the person in front of you is an enemy or a friend.From the outside.It's like slow motion on a TV show.Obviously, he can stab the opponent with a single shot.But it can't be stabbed at all.

For fighting in the rain.Yuan Jun has no experience.Song Jun also has no experience.The battle situation in the north of Shangying Village was intertwined.The situation in the northeast is slightly different.

With the continuous increase in the number of yuan troops.All the soldiers of the No. 15 and [-] chambers of the Xiangyang Military Region also threw themselves into the melee.Song Jun's goal is very clear.That is the opponent's war horse.Although people can't tell the difference.But the horses are only owned by the Yuan army.The horses of the Song Army did not appear on the battlefield in front of the camp.

Once knocked off the horse.The Yuan army's iron cavalry advantage lost more than half.This is like a normal person competing with a blind person.If you suddenly arrive in a dark room.The blind man would naturally have the upper hand.

as the commander of both sides.I am the same as Ashu and Boyan.I can't figure out the pros and cons on the battlefield.Even the top expert Yuan Ji.Also can't see clearly.In front of nature.Human power will eventually appear small.

Even the Yuan army who joined the battle later was timid.Or elite units such as our army's Heitan regiment.It also doesn't work in heavy rain.Outside Shangying Village.Except for the Imperial Forest Army.There are no less than 10 soldiers on the entire battlefield.But most of the energy of each soldier was spent fighting against the heavy rain.

If it rains continuously.Then the two sides will compete with perseverance and endurance.As Boyan said.It's a contest of wills.but.Today's Song Army is no longer what it used to be.The willpower is not lost to the Yuan army.

I don't know how long it has been.The sky suddenly brightened.After a flash of lightning.Immediately there were three thunderbolts in succession.Whether it is the Song Army or the Yuan Army.All the soldiers agreed.This is God's will.Don't let the two sides continue to fight.

This notion has been around for a long time.Ancient soldiers wore iron armor.It is easy to be struck by lightning.So never fight on a rainy day with thunder.

"Your Majesty, withdraw your troops." Jiang Wanzai said.

"Okay. Withdraw the troops." I knew it would go on like this.We can't get it right either.Besides, I don't like this kind of close combat.

The golden drums sounded together.The soldiers of both sides took a few steps back in unison.The soldiers of the Yuan army were unwilling to continue fighting.After a long journey.The physical strength is already exhausted.Plus bursts of thunder.Naturally push the boat with the current.Each retreated.

The battle appears to be on a grand scale.But in fact it is far inferior to the battle at Guanzitan.

It was noon.The heavy rain finally stopped.at this time.Ashu and others just returned to the Nanyang camp.

"Gentlemen. Although there is no winner or loser in this battle. But for our army, it is not nothing." Boyan said. "As General Shi said. The muskets and shells of the Southern Dynasties cannot be fired in rainy days. The effectiveness of artillery is also greatly reduced. This shows that firearms are not perfect after all. Commander. Generals. According to Boyan's judgment. Firearms are suitable for positional warfare. Therefore, our army can give full play to its advantages in field battles. The next goal of the Southern Dynasty army is undoubtedly Nanyang. The area from Dengzhou to Nanyang is open. According to the speed of its infantry, it will take about a whole day .Our army should have a good discussion. Use the strengths of our cavalry army. Severely attack the opponent's firearms in the wild."

Ashu said: "That's right. General Boyan is right. This is the best chance for our army right now. If our army attacks the enemy from all directions, then the Southern Dynasty's firearms can only be scattered. And. During the march. The Southern Dynasty army It is also impossible to build good fortifications. Therefore, our army's victory rate should be very high."

Ajahan asked: "Commander, General Boyan. There are two roads to go from Dengzhou to Nanyang. How should our army judge. If we make a mistake in our judgment, our army will be insufficient."

Ashu smiled and said: "It's not difficult. To go to Wadian Town, you have to cross the North River. Without the assistance of the navy, it is very difficult for the artillery troops of the Southern Dynasty to cross. As long as we burn down the bridge on the river, then there will be only one in the Southern Dynasty." The road can go. About fifteen miles to the west of Liaohe Town. There is an abandoned temple called Stone Buddha Temple. The terrain in that area is the most open. We will set the attack point there."