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Chapter 131 Mass Production of Cannons

Zhao Feng was not too troubled by this situation.

This type of firearm can destroy the enemy's camp overnight, so its lethality is naturally extraordinary.

Xu Feng pointed at the ammunition inside the barrel and fell into deep thought.

Cannons are not like guns that can be loaded with ammunition directly. The ammunition needs to be inserted into the muzzle with a flint, then pushed into the barrel, and then the flint needs to be taken out of the barrel.

The power of flint is immeasurable, and gunpowder of this era cannot be stored. If you are not careful to protect it from moisture and humidity, it will become a dud when it is actually used on the battlefield.

Thinking of this, Zhao Feng couldn't help but worry. It seemed that there were still many areas that needed to be improved in the future.

“The caliber of today’s cannons has exceeded the load of 20,000 jin, so the power will be significantly improved.

"From now on, cannons will be the basis for our victory over the Japanese pirates. In the next three years, we will achieve mass production."

Everyone agreed upon what he said, "Yes, Master Xu is absolutely right."

"Then let's continue our research."

"As ordered."

Xu Feng nodded and continued to discuss with Mr. Zhuge.

"Master Xu, how do you think we should utilize this ammunition in the barrel to increase its velocity and power?"

Mr. Zhuge kept recalling the scene of the artillery explosion in his mind, and suddenly came up with a new improvement plan.

"We can add dozens of times more gunpowder into the shells."

However, this plan was quickly rejected by Zhao Feng, not to mention that such a large amount of gunpowder was difficult to manufacture and distribute.

Even the raw materials used to produce cannons may not be able to withstand such high temperatures. Once the friction heat generated by the shells exceeds the high temperature that the raw materials of the cannons can withstand, the shells may explode in your hands before they fall into the enemy camp.

At that time, it is bound to lead to unacceptable consequences.

Xu Feng looked at Mr. Zhuge and said, "I think we can first make a special iron plate for the barrel, and then embed a thick layer of leather on the outer wall of the barrel to protect the ammunition so that it can fall safely into the bullet hole."

"Once the ammunition falls into the barrel, it won't explode even if it's inside the barrel."

"Also, the ammunition in the barrel is made of steel plates, which can withstand a distance even on the outer wall of the barrel, so the speed at which the ammunition falls into the bullet hole will be much slower."

Upon hearing this, Mr. Zhuge's eyes lit up, and he quickly ordered the people around him to make an iron plate according to what Xu Feng said.

……

About three days later, Mr. Zhuge found Xu Feng with the finished product, looking excited.

"Master Xu, please look."

Mr. Zhuge painted the surface of the iron plate into a dark black color.

Xu Feng nodded with satisfaction.

"I wonder how long these batteries can operate?"

"Based on the speed of our artillery, the fort will be completed in at most half a year."

"Then the artillery battery is already able to release shells at this time. How much will the range of our artillery increase?"

Xu Feng thought for a moment, "The minimum range is 1,500 meters."

After listening to Xu Feng's explanation, Mr. Zhuge was overjoyed. If this artillery position could really launch cannons, it would be a blessing from heaven for them.

"Master Xu, where are the gun barrels of the fort?"

"The barrel remains in the turret until the muzzle is installed and the shell is delivered into the barrel."

Xu Feng looked at Mr. Zhuge and said, "The larger the caliber of the artillery, the more shells it can launch, and the greater the power of the artillery."

"Okay, Master Xu, I'll leave this matter to you. If the artillery fails to deliver the shells in time, we will have to withdraw."

"Don't worry, this turret is related to the future of my Dashun Kingdom. I will definitely not be careless."

"Ah."

After about a year of development, the production speed and development power of cannons are far different from the past.

With Xu Feng's strong support, the cannon workshop immediately produced 300 cannons.

"Master Xu, with these heavyweight lethal weapons, we can carry out cross-sea operations against the Japanese pirates."

Several generals under Xu Feng were already impatient.

But if the family tree alone could bring about overwhelming wealth overnight, my descendants would probably enjoy the blessing.

"I have already submitted a memorial to the Emperor. When the imperial edict arrives, I will naturally give everyone the opportunity to make achievements."

Xu Feng gently patted the shoulders of several generals and said, "Fighting the Japanese pirates is a tough battle. Even though we now have lethal weapons like cannons, we can't be careless."

"As ordered."

After several years of practice, Xu Feng has reached the peak of Kailong. At the same time, Honglian has also reached the early stage of Kailong.

Linhai County has been developing rapidly under the leadership of Xu Feng in recent years, and its political, economic, cultural and ideological levels have reached their peak.

As for the generals under Xu Feng, they were even more brave and good at fighting, and they all seemed to be ready to make plans to go to sea to fight.

……

Inside the Imperial Palace in Beijing

After receiving Xu Feng's memorial, the emperor immediately convened a meeting of his ministers.

The emperor passed Xu Feng's memorial to his ministers and said, "My dear ministers, please feel free to speak your mind."

"Your Majesty, I believe the plan to fight the Japanese pirates is too hasty, and the timing is not right."

"I believe that there has never been a cross-sea war in the history of the Dashun Dynasty. If Lord Xu were to launch a rash attack this time, I'm afraid he would not be able to achieve a complete victory."

"I submit that if we rashly launch a war, we will have to mobilize the silver and grain in the national treasury. However, the national treasury is empty now, and I am afraid..."

At once, the Prime Minister and the three ministers raised their objections.

The emperor glanced at his ministers with a cold gaze.

These civil and military officials in the court receive salaries from the emperor on a daily basis, but they do not help the emperor at critical moments.

In fact, the Japanese pirates have been harassing the safety of Dashun for a long time. Every time the topic of fighting against the Japanese pirates is mentioned, many ministers in the court will raise objections.

Although these opinions did sound reasonable, the emperor felt a sense of helplessness in his heart.

Since its founding, the Dashun Dynasty has always included the battle plan against Japanese pirates in its national policy, but there are very few people who really work hard and do practical things. The emperor naturally felt dissatisfied when he thought of this.

It seems that every time the issue of fighting against Japanese pirates comes up, the important officials in the court will use the same excuse to prevaricate it, and in the end such an important national policy is left unresolved.

"My dear ministers, please do not rush to raise objections. Instead, please take a look at the second memorial Xu Feng has given me before making a decision."

As soon as he finished speaking, Eunuch Gao beside him immediately took the second memorial from the imperial steps and handed it to the Prime Minister.