Back to the Warring States Period as Zhao Kuo

After several rounds of volleys, all the generals standing on the walls of Jerusalem fell silent.

Everyone is not blind, they can see that the consumption rate of the archers is too fast.

Although the Ptolemy dynasty brought a full 15 Egyptian troops this time, not everyone can be an archer, and there are only less than [-] archers at full count.

In just these two short salvos, the Ptolemaic dynasty had already lost at least a thousand Egyptian archers.

How can this battle go on?

The eldest prince took a deep breath, his heart was full of shock.

This is the power of the musketeer?

Is this the musketeer of the Han Dynasty who easily defeated the Seleucid Empire?

Ptolemy II frowned and said, "Okay, let the archers pay attention. If there are too many casualties, they will temporarily withdraw and let the infantry guard and engage in close combat with these Han people."

The eldest prince wanted to stop him, but he still couldn't utter the words.

The Ptolemaic dynasty really couldn't afford such a loss. If there were no archers, how could they deal with the Han people remotely?

As for the melee prince staring at the musketeer phalanx that was still spraying flames, a little curiosity suddenly began to surge in his heart.

For an army like this, what should his close combat look like?

Zhao Kuo smiled.

"It seems that these Ptolemys really lack understanding of Musketeers."

Zhao Kuo had already seen that the arrows shot down from the camp wall became more and more sparse, and in the end they even disappeared completely, as if he was a man who was completely drained.

What does this mean?

It shows that the Ptolemys gave up the long-range confrontation with the Musketeers of the Han Dynasty, but planned to use close combat and use the traditional way of defending the city to slowly consume the troops of the Han Dynasty.

But the problem is that the musketeers of the Han Dynasty did not use the traditional siege method!After there was no harassment from the archers, the army of the Great Han Kingdom naturally continued to approach, and soon approached the camp wall.

Zhao Kuo narrowed his eyes and showed a hint of a smile.

The camp walls were hastily built, so of course they were built of wood.

As we all know, wood is a much weaker substance than stone, so what happens when explosives that can easily blow up stone walls are used to blow up wood?

Then, when the army of the Han Dynasty approached under the camp wall, the fate of this camp was already doomed.

On the walls of Jerusalem, the monarchs and ministers of the Ptolemaic dynasty began to breathe heavily.

In their minds, they have already begun to imagine the scenes of the siege, the scenes of the Han people fighting bloody battles but unable to break through.

This is how the Seleucids fell to the sword of the Ptolemaic soldiers for many years in the past.

Suddenly, the eldest prince asked with some doubts: "Why don't these Han people have siege equipment?"

This sentence immediately attracted everyone's attention. After a closer look, it was found that the soldiers of the Han Dynasty were indeed holding muskets, but there were no such things as siege ladders or siege vehicles.

A general suddenly said: "These soldiers from the Han Kingdom don't want to build a human wall and climb up our camp wall?"

After this sentence was finished, everyone present burst into laughter.

If it was possible to attack the camp wall just by relying on the human wall, the Ptolemaic dynasty should have perished long ago.

At this moment, an earth-shattering explosion sounded, directly interrupting the laughter of everyone on the city wall of Jerusalem.

Under the stunned gaze of these Ptolemaic monarchs and ministers, a puff of smoke rose from the camp wall of the camp on the outer east side of Jerusalem.

In just ten seconds, the smoke dissipated, and a huge gap in the camp wall appeared in everyone's sight.

The monarchs and ministers of the Ptolemaic dynasty were all dumbfounded, they didn't understand what happened at all.

Even Ptolemy II, who had always been quite calm, trembled involuntarily in his old body: "This, what kind of weapon is this?"

Everyone knows that this is a weapon of the Han Kingdom, but what exactly is it?

They are completely unaware.

After all, the Ptolemy dynasty's monarchs and ministers paid the most attention to the Battle of Hekatonbile, and because that battle was a field battle, the explosives did not get a chance to appear.

It is not that the soldiers and horses of the Han Dynasty did not use explosives when they conquered other cities, but all this was intentionally or unintentionally ignored by the Ptolemaic monarchs and ministers who paid too much attention to the Battle of Hekatonbile.

Of course, even if they didn't ignore it, the monarchs and ministers of the Ptolemaic dynasty actually had nothing to do, at best they were less surprised.

This is like the atomic bombs and aircraft carriers of later generations. Even if they know that these things are very strong, but if they don't have enough strength to resist, then they can directly use atomic bombs and aircraft carriers to destroy all enemies, so that these enemies have no temper at all.

For the weak, knowing one thing does not mean that it can be solved. This is the sorrow of the weak.

When the gap appeared, the Musketeers of the Great Han Kingdom began to swarm in, rushing into the tents in the east of Jerusalem.

Rows of muskets spewed out flames mercilessly, and fired dense bullets, mercilessly harvesting the soldiers of the Ptolemaic Dynasty who were holding long swords and big knives and wanted to rush up to fight with the musketeers.

After several rounds of musket volleys, all the soldiers of the Ptolemaic Dynasty realized one thing, that is, long swords, broadswords and even any cold weapons are of no use in front of these musketeers.

Then, all the soldiers of the Ptolemaic dynasty in this camp collapsed in an instant.

Chapter 1236 Occupy Jerusalem

Watching this scene, all the Ptolemaic monarchs and ministers on the walls of Jerusalem were speechless.

what is this?

This is simply one-sided crushing.

At this moment, the monarchs and subjects of the Ptolemy dynasty suddenly felt a deep sense of powerlessness.

Since he is able to stand here, he must be someone who has some knowledge of military affairs and can lead troops to fight.

So they can also see that from the beginning to the end, the defenders of the Eastern Daying Camp did not make any mistakes at all, and it can even be said that they have played a very good level, whether it is archers or melee infantry. in this way.

But, is it useful?

Useless.

The soldiers and horses of the Han Dynasty suppressed the Egyptian archers of the Ptolemaic dynasty with a volley of muskets so effortlessly, then directly destroyed the camp wall with explosives, and finally completed the harvest with a close volley of musketeers.

It is no exaggeration to say that even if it happens again, five times or even ten times, the monarchs and ministers of the Ptolemaic Dynasty may not be able to think of a better way to deal with it.

Because this is not something that can be compensated by strategy and tactics at all, but an extremely huge gap in national strength between the two countries!Hot weapons against cold weapons, that is such a one-sided crushing, it is so unreasonable.

Ptolemy II's body began to tremble, and he murmured, "Almighty Zeus, what kind of army is this?"

Although Ptolemy II's words sounded a little out of character, they undoubtedly represented everyone's thoughts at this moment.

The soldiers and horses of the Great Han Kingdom are too strong, right?

At this moment, there was another earth-shattering explosion, and the Ptolemaic monarchs and officials on the city wall of Jerusalem trembled at the same time, turning their heads to look in the direction of the sound.

Sure enough, the Western camp outside Jerusalem also fell to the army of the Han Dynasty. They used exactly the same tactics as when they attacked the Eastern camp, and they also conquered the Western camp in less than half a day.

It's just that in such a short period of time, more than [-] soldiers and horses in the two big camps in the east and west were all defeated.

The eldest prince finally came back to his senses at this time, and said anxiously: "Father, hurry up and send reinforcements to support them!"

In fact, most of the soldiers and horses in these two camps still retain their complete combat capabilities, and they only need to be organized again. If they can be rescued, it is tantamount to saving a lot of troops for the Ptolemaic Dynasty. less power.

However, regarding the eldest prince's request, Ptolemy II pondered for a while, then slowly but firmly shook his head: "No."

The eldest prince was in a hurry, and at this moment he didn't care about the dignity of father and son, so he couldn't help but said, "Why not?

If we just watch all this, then these soldiers and horses will be completely slaughtered and captured by the Han people! "

Ptolemy II sighed, and said slowly: "My child, didn't you realize that the Chinese army where the emperor of the Han Dynasty was stationed has not moved at all?

I can be sure that if we really send troops and horses to assist the two camps in the east and west, then the emperor of the Han Dynasty will lead his reserve team to fight. "

After what Ptolemy II said, the eldest prince came back to his senses, and looked at the Han army formation not far away.

Sure enough, there were at least [-] soldiers stationed there quietly.

Although the [-] soldiers and horses seemed to be motionless, as Ptolemy II said, as long as there was movement in the city of Jerusalem, the [-] soldiers and horses of the Han Dynasty on the opposite side would immediately move accordingly.

This is a kind of containment!The eldest prince opened his mouth, intending to say something, but he couldn't say anything.

A general of the Ptolemaic dynasty suddenly said: "Your Majesty, maybe we can let the navy take the initiative to land and attack their rear positions."

Ptolemy II shook his head and said, "It's too late, the navy is too far away."

Yes, too far.

It is impossible to land from the coastline and rush all the way to Jerusalem without a few hours.

After a few hours, the disbanded soldiers and horses of the two big camps in the east and west had already been wiped out by the Han people. At that time, the navy came again to deliver food.

What's more, the navy's capabilities are more reflected in naval battles and ships. If these naval soldiers are allowed to abandon their ships and go ashore, their strength will not even be as good as ordinary infantry.

A dead silence.

The monarchs and ministers of the Ptolemaic Dynasty just watched the musketeers of the Han Dynasty advance in the two big camps, the east and the west, and listened to the sound of musketeers coming from the two camps, and all kinds of things. There were all kinds of screams, but nothing could be done.

Such a war is really too difficult for the monarchs and ministers of the Ptolemaic dynasty!On the other side, Zhao Kuo's mood is naturally different.

Although before the start of the war, Zhao Kuo was already quite sure about sweeping up the Ptolemaic army, but the guesses at that time were just guesses after all.

Now, everything has become a fact, so Zhao Kuo can naturally breathe a sigh of relief.

Thinking of this, Zhao Kuo also showed a smile on his face, and said to himself: "It seems that Wang Jian is indeed almost trained."

As His Majesty the Emperor of the Han Kingdom, Zhao Kuo is of course very capable of fighting, and can even be said to be the most capable military general in the world.

However, Zhao Kuo has to deal with a lot of things when he is emperor, and he doesn't have so much time to fight. What's more, in many cases, the Han Dynasty often fights in two or even three different directions. It's not that you have three heads and six arms, you can't be too busy.

Therefore, it is necessary to cultivate some generals who are good at fighting, so that they can really help Zhao Kuo and the Han Kingdom continue to expand.

Li Mu, Sima Shang, Xiang Yan, and Wang Jian are the four that Zhao Kuo carefully cultivated.

Judging from the current situation, these four generals have all fulfilled Zhao Kuo's requirements for them, which can be said to be a complete success.

At this time, a messenger came to Zhao Kuo.

"Your Majesty, General Wang Jian said that the mopping up of the east and west camps has ended, and the attack can now begin!"

"Siege?"

Zhao Kuo paused for a moment, then laughed: "It is indeed time to attack the city. Go ahead and tell Wang Jian that our central army is about to attack now. Let him lead the left and right troops to cooperate with me and besiege Jerusalem together." !"

For Zhao Kuo, he never hopes that things that can be solved in one day must be left until tomorrow or even the day after tomorrow.

Now that the two camps have been breached, the soldiers and horses of the Ptolemaic Dynasty in the city of Jerusalem must also have fluctuating morale. Choosing to attack at this time is undoubtedly the best opportunity!A moment later, the majestic horn sounded immediately, and the Chinese Army of the Han Kingdom, which had been quietly arrayed, began to advance slowly under Zhao Kuo's order.

Goal Jerusalem!When the central army of the Han Dynasty began to advance, the Ptolemy monarchs and ministers on the city wall immediately discovered this.

This discovery made the Ptolemy monarchs panic, and some even exclaimed.

"It's not good, the Han army is about to attack!"

"Quickly, quickly mobilize soldiers and horses!"

"Must hold on!"

All kinds of voices sounded in an instant, which made the eldest prince very dissatisfied, and roared angrily: "What are you arguing about?

Obey my father's orders! "

Everyone fell silent instantly.

It wasn't until this time that these Ptolemaic courtiers who had been a little frightened suddenly came back to their senses and found that their old king was still here.

Ptolemy II shook his head in disappointment, and said, "We have no choice now, everyone.

If we retreat, the army of the Han Kingdom will catch up immediately and wipe us out completely.

Therefore, we must firmly defend the city of Jerusalem, so that we can have even a little chance. "

While saying this, Ptolemy II turned around and stared at all the courtiers of the Ptolemaic dynasty in front of him.

Although he is old, the second-generation ruler of the Ptolemaic dynasty still has a firm gaze.

The words of Ptolemy II undoubtedly gave these panicked generals a reassurance, and also made them see the situation clearly.

So far, I can only stick to it!So in the following time, the troops of the Ptolemaic dynasty marched to the city wall one after another, posing a strict defense attitude.

Although the armies in the East and West camps have all failed, there are still nearly 9 Ptolemaic troops in this city, and they still have an advantage in numbers.

Even after witnessing such a tragic defeat, the soldiers of the Ptolemaic army cheered up as much as possible, wanting to meet the decisive blow from the Han army.

For this kind of movement of the Ptolemys, Zhao Kuo naturally had a panoramic view, and then Zhao Kuo made a quite calm evaluation.

"Courage is commendable, but it doesn't change anything."