Struggle in Russia

Kornilov’s worries are definitely not unfounded. With the development of science and technology, and with the competition of foreign powers, the later the entry into industrialization, the greater the price. Even in the 21st century, there will be almost no opportunities for industrialization. At that time, a country without industry and technical support will truly be reduced to leeks and can only be slaughtered by others.

Look at the routines of later generations to limit carbon emissions in the name of environmental protection. They are simply deadly shackles to the underdeveloped countries in the third world. They almost declare that they can no longer industrialize and can only struggle at the bottom forever.

Speaking of industrialization in Russia’s history, it’s actually not too early. If it hadn’t been for the October Revolution that overthrew the Normanrov family, and with the investment of the iron and steel father at all costs, it would have caught up with the Great Depression of the capitalist world. , Otherwise Russia will not be able to catch up with this train.

As for the later rabbits, it was even more dangerous. If it hadn’t been for driving away the bald, and then taking advantage of the relationship with the big brother to introduce a wave, and lay the foundation, then I really couldn’t keep up.

Therefore, the sooner you enter the market, the cheaper it is for industrialization.

Of course, Kornilov didn’t take that long-term view. He felt more about it. He saw that Britain and France have advanced steamships and explosive bombs that can be used almost unlimitedly. Russia is in these two aspects. They can only work hard together.

Needless to say, as long as the explosive bombs can be used openly, the results they can achieve today in the face of the British and French siege will definitely be very scary. It can be said that how many British and French coalition forces dare to come up, they can send this group of guys to hell.

It is a pity that Russia does not have that ability. A single explosive bomb can only be used sparingly. It had to deploy part of the six-pounder guns in advance and use old-fashioned grape bombs (shotguns) to attack the enemy.

To be honest, the lethality of these six-pounder guns is average. Although they can be pushed quickly by a few people with light weight, the lethality of the projectiles is too light, and the range of the shotguns was originally choking. The six-pound shotgun projectile was too few, and the enemy might break in. At that time, Zhenxin became a cannon and bayonet, which was too dangerous.

Therefore, this batch of six-pounder guns basically used solid rounds, which could kill the enemy at a sufficiently long distance. However, a solid bullet is an iron lump, and its lethality is just a line, and it cannot be covered.

Anyway, after the battle of this day, Kornilov disliked the 6-pounder more and more, and thought it was a tasteless thing. In addition to mobility and work, nothing else can do.

It’s incomparable with the 12-pounder. It’s a pity that the 12-pounder is a bit too heavy. Facing the overwhelming British and French artillery, the inconvenient 12-pounder will soon be attacked by the British and French artillery once the position is exposed. Set fire to blow.

Kornilov felt that what he needed most at the moment was a new artillery that was both flexible and maneuverable and had sufficient lethality.

It’s just that he also knows that this kind of request is really difficult. If you want to be powerful, your mobility will be limited. Where can the best of both worlds take up all the benefits.

But Nasimov thought about it and said: “I seem to have heard Grand Duke Andrey say that they have developed a new type of support artillery that is easy to maneuver. It seems to have been put into production and is being tested on a small scale.”

Support artillery that is easy to maneuver?

Kornilov was a little moved. Every new weapon that Wallachia produced before has proved its worth. If it weren’t for Wallachia’s new rifle, their 230,000 people would not May be able to hold Ineada.

The new rifle proved to be extremely useful, and he deeply regretted it. It would be great if he could order more before and let the Black Sea Fleet fully reload!

“Then I will have a chat with him and try out some of this new artillery!”

Kornilov said so, but in fact he didn’t take Li Xiao’s artillery seriously. Because building artillery and gun building are completely two concepts, the ability of the arsenal in Wallachia is too limited. How can the powerful artillery be so good.

Especially when he arrived in Bucharest and saw the design drawings of this new artillery with his own eyes, he gave no hope.

“This is the new support artillery?”

Kornilov’s face was filled with surprise, and the reason was very simple, because this type of artillery was completely different from what he had imagined. There was no wheel and the barrel was short and stubby. The range is choking no matter how you look at it.

“Yes, this is the new support artillery!”

Li Xiao didn’t feel that there was anything wrong with the new support artillery. He was quite satisfied with the finished product. The maximum range can reach 800 meters, and the effective range is 600 meters. The most important thing is that the total combat weight is only 50 kilograms, which can be disassembled. Three individual pieces weighing less than 20 kilograms were carried by three soldiers on their backs, and the installation and erection took less than five minutes.

“Why do I feel weird?” Kornilov couldn’t help but vomit. “Why is there no gun wheel? And what is this thick iron felt for?”

“That’s not iron felt, but seat plate!”

Kornilov wondered: “What is it for?”

“It’s used to absorb recoil.” Li Xiao introduced with a smile.

Kornilov said again: “So this iron felt is placed under the tube for support?”

“Yes!” Li Xiao nodded.

Kornilov took a closer look, and suddenly asked, “So this type of artillery can’t be shot flat, right?”

Li Xiao was surprised by Kornilov’s observation ability~www.wuxiax.com~ You can figure it out with just a few glances. He is indeed a good general!

He explained with a smile: “Yes, this is a purely curved fire support weapon, no flat fire is needed!”

Kornilov suddenly vomited: “Isn’t this just a mortar!”

Li Xiao smiled. In a sense, Kornilov was right. This is indeed a lightweight version of the mortar, but unlike traditional mortars, this support artillery can fire explosive shells. , Instead of throwing solid iron bumps to hit people.

Kornilov still didn’t understand: “What’s the use of this?”

“Of course it’s useful,” Li Xiao said confidently. “This type of artillery is mainly used for support. It is used to kill the enemy at the front of the position. The curved trajectory can hit the enemy behind the shelter, such as hiding in fortifications and trenches. With the power of the explosive bomb, do you think about the effect of that?”

Kornilov realized after a little thought, it was really useful. The curved trajectory means that this artillery can be fired from behind the shelter, and the enemy’s artillery can’t hit it at all. After seeing the power of explosive bombs, he felt that improving the survivability of artillery would be an important task in the future, and the survivability of this kind of artillery, which is naturally good at avoiding, is naturally higher!