European Financial Emperor

069 Preparing to move (2)

The Artillery Research Institute is one of the core institutions of East Stellar.

Lee Hwan thought that no matter what, the Artillery Research Institute should be divided and brought to North America.

Extensive research on artillery, artillery, and even common infantry weapons was being conducted here.

The head of the Artillery Research Institute is Immanuel Nobel.

As he was called a geek in the neighborhood, he used to show off his wacky and ingenious imagination, which was fueling the Artillery Research Institute.

“We are researching a new type of cannon with a range of 35 km, which is a step up from the existing rear-mounted cannon, and is equipped with a hydraulic double-seater. In terms of maximum rate of fire, accuracy, and destructive power, it is expected that conventional rear-mounted cannons will not be able to surpass the project name ‘ESA-1’.”

“Hmm, that’s good.”

“Also, the development of the previously designed caterpillar device with a small turret that can rotate 360 degrees is coming to an end. If we develop a new engine with more powerful output and horsepower through the development of a diesel engine and measure it accordingly, a moving cannon will be completed.”

At present, attempts are being made to build a rectangular hull with the most powerful armor that Eaststellar can implement, and to mount a turret on it.

This was Eaststellar’s first tank, the Hellhound.

The Hellhound was a 50mm high-speed gun, capable of firing high-explosive armor-piercing rounds, and looked very much like a tank of the future.

However, the problem was that they still lacked enough magical power to pull such a monster-like tank.

“It is not possible to complete it right away due to safety and engine and power pack problems, but it will be resolved in at least one or two years.”

“Well, it’s still good enough.”

What Lee Hwan didn’t want was a monstrous, mobile and fast tank to be used in modern warfare.

They wanted a tank that could at least effectively block enemy attacks and at least have the speed of walking at a trot.

If you look at the advanced technology of the 2020s, you might say that it is difficult, but now it is difficult to make a high-voltage device.

In such an era, creating a monster that advances while blocking enemy shells or bullets will be enough to turn the tide of war.

Immanuel Nobel created a huge derivative of the caterpillar device.

“It will be used to build armored personnel carriers and mobile bunkers.”

“They are trying to make an armored car.”

“Yes, it is. We are also looking to develop a mobile turret with a 160mm barrel.”

“Ah, self-propelled artillery!”

“It’s a very nice name. self-propelled.”

“But development will not be easy. Putting such a large turret on top of a caterpillar system would not only make it difficult to control recoil on land, but would also have to take into account the problems encountered during movement.”

“Well, wouldn’t it be easier to think of it as a moving turret train?”

Immanuel was a man who could unconditionally do what he once thought of.

Lee Hwan decided to give strength to his erratic idea.

“I’ll give you a design for it soon, so study hard.”

“thank you!”

It is not known whether the self-propelled artillery will be completed until Immanuel retires, but his attempts will one day make Eaststellar fat.

Lee Hwan also wanted to check the core technology of artillery being developed with the tank.

Currently, East Stellar had a grand plan to construct a 6-trillion bypass steel wire inside the barrel and to develop a more powerful charge to increase penetration and range.

“How is the development of the peony?”

“It’s smooth. good. Thanks to that, we were able to increase the range.”

The Artillery Research Institute was producing high explosives with improved performance, as well as conventional armor such as penetrating shells and explosive shells, as well as huge shells that penetrate concrete.

If a new high-explosive cannon is born in a new towed gun, artillery warfare will probably go one step further.

At the end of the report, Immanuel Nobel inquired about the news of Eaststellar’s move.

“You’re moving because of the war?”

“That’s right. It seems like a war is going to start on either side, whether it’s the Netherlands or the UK. So is the Austrian Empire.”

“… … Anyway, his imperialism is the problem.”

The Empire stands up by trampling on the weaker countries and commoners.

The empire forged with their blood and sweat was an axis of evil for the Nobel family.

He clenched his fists.

“I mean, I don’t know how many times I’ve been hungry because of this bastard war.”

“Yes, I know.”

“I was thinking that one day I would give the imperialists a proper shot, but I can’t tell you how happy I am that the boss wants to have such a card in his hand.”

“Thank you for joining me in my cause.”

“You’re welcome. By the way, it would be nice to have something else to surprise them with.”

East Stellar’s executives and staff are very nervous when it comes to war.

From the point of view of a company that makes weapons, it is ironic, but it was a part that everyone who had experienced the horrors could sympathize with.

Because of such a common denominator, East Stellar’s solidarity was very good.

Lee Hwan decided to give a present to East Stellar.

“I would like to develop a mortar, a new cannon with muzzle loading for infantry.”

“Isn’t the muzzle-loaded cannon an obsolete technique?”

“No, this development of a mortar is different.”

“mine thrower?”

Until now, it was difficult to conceive of a mortar due to the lack of development of peony.

Lee Hwan began to unravel the principle of the mortar that had been sleeping in someone’s memory.

“When the shell rotates along the muzzle and descends and the ball at the bottom of the barrel collides with the detonator and ignites the peony, the shell is blown away by the pressure of the gas. It will depend on the size of the barrel, but if you fire a variety of barrels that are the right size for a person to carry, the enemy will have to face a cannon with the same movement speed as the infantry.”

“What about destructive power?”

“Any platoon will be able to fly, and if improved, it will be able to kill much more than that.”

“… … Huh!”

“In the future, you could put it on an armored car and shoot it on its own.”

The power of a mortar combined with a detonator, peony, and steel wire would be like a grim reaper to an infantryman.

In the future, such a technology would be able to operate by dividing its size according to its purpose.

But what was important was accuracy.

“It would be great if it was such a light and powerful weapon, but the muzzle reloader might shake the aim while reloading.”

“It could be. But you just have to keep improving the way you shoot.”

“Hmm… … .”

“Think. It’s a cannon that can react as agile and agile as a person’s speed.”

“… … but! This would be a revolutionary invention in infantry warfare!”

“We have enough power. Let’s try.”

“of course!”

***

King Willem I and Ben-Heren received such an unexpected offer that they wondered how to respond.

British Treasury Secretary Philip Hampshire spoke of the idea of a German invasion, but by chance, King Willem I, who was planning the invasion of Austria and Prussia, felt the same.

One problem was that if they were to prepare for war together with Britain, they would face off against the Duke of Wellington, who might become Britain’s prime minister.

“It’s been a while since Baron Michael Easterfield, the president of East Stellar, has been very active. With the weapons we have, I think it would be worth attacking Prussia.”

“Hmm, I know they will also use Easterfield’s weapons from supplies.”

“But, Your Majesty, with the overwhelming firepower of the Netherlands, what is there to be afraid of? How was it to show off the might of the Dutch army to the world at this time?”

Willem I squinted at Ben-Heren.

Then he noticed the king’s intentions and asked Philip Hampshire.

“Then how do you plan to solve the British national problem?”

“No matter how strong the position of the Duke of Wellington is, wouldn’t it suffice to have a difficult cause if Britain does not directly move?”

“Can I ask what the cause is?”

“It promotes a financial conflict with Prussia.”

“Financial conflict?”

“In the past, we, Britain, financed Prussia with the troops it needed for the Great French War, and they held many of our British government bonds in their hands. Since then we have been paying Prussia huge interest.”

“How could that create a conflict phase?”

“The financial situation in the UK is frankly not very good. Perhaps this arms purchase will increase the bond issuance, but will they come to us in a favorable way?”

“Hmm… … .”

“In the meantime, if we insist on occupying the Crimea, Prussia will be in a very difficult situation.”

“Crimea… … ?”

Russia’s recent expansion was frightening, and Britain and its allies were using the conflict with Ottoman Turks to contain Russia’s occupation of the Black Sea area as much as possible.

In the meantime, what would happen if Britain first claimed sovereignty over Crimea?

“If you put forward the pretext of occupying the Crimea in order to stop Russia’s expansion and solve the Greek and Egyptian problems, even Prussia would be insignificant. From their point of view, wouldn’t you rather be on the side of Russia rather than Britain now? Prussia must not have been completely unaware of the Dutch will to invade.”

“Hmm… … .”

Prussia and Russia had a closer relationship than expected, and the fact that an emerging power called the Netherlands was trying to invade Prussia was a well-known story that no one knew now.

Under such circumstances, if Britain supports the Netherlands, Prussia will have no choice but to stand on the side of Russia.

Philip Hampshire did not forget the existence of Austria here.

“Austria has been grinding its teeth for a long time to get rid of Prussia. With them, at least you don’t have to worry about money.”

“I don’t think that’s wrong.”

Philip Hampshire’s Japanese speech was so attractive that it even moved the hearts of politicians under the world, Ben Heren.

He drove this momentum and began to persuade William I.

“If Your Majesty permits this war, the Netherlands and we Britain will be able to dominate not only Western Europe, but also all of Eastern Europe.”

“Hmm… … .”

“Please make a decision so that we can contain that vicious Russia and punish Prussia.”

I couldn’t help but worry.

This is because it is a golden opportunity for the Netherlands to develop into an empire, and the road to national unity was just about to open.

“Let’s take a moment.”

“The more important it is to make decisions as quickly as possible… … .”

“It is a matter of national luck. It’s not an easy decision to make.”

“… … Yes, my lord.”

The eyes of prudent Willem I and Philip Hampshire, longing for war, crossed sharply.