Black Corporation: Joseon

Episode 1027 Alsace-Lorraine. (5)

However, the conclusion was not reached immediately. Even the nobles of the time said this when looking at the situation that followed.

“We just agreed to reach an agreement.”

It was because of the reparations that France and Habsburg again drew parallel lines. Both the Habsburgs and France claimed the legitimacy and victors of the other and demanded compensation from the other.

-France invaded the territory of the Habsburg Empire and we repelled it! We are the winners!

-We also have historical ownership of the Lotringen region. So far, we have simply tolerated this for the sake of peace! Therefore, we only helped those who complained of suffering from Habsburg oppression! And the French army won against its oppressors! This is justifiable action!

When the parallel lines were drawn again, the nobles moved once again. Eventually, France and Habsburg came to an agreement.

-France recognizes the Lotringen region as territory of the Holy Roman Empire.

-The Habsburgs transfer three bishoprics to France. However, it is clearly stated that this is not in the name of compensation.

-In addition, neither country claims compensation.

-France cuts off support provided to the secret lords of Lotringen. It also does not participate in the decisions of the Holy Roman Emperor regarding the region.

With this agreement reached, France entered the Lorraine region.

And as it entered French territory, the names of Metz, Metz Virten, and Beurden Toul were changed to Tull. On the day these three bishoprics became French, a grand banquet was held in Paris.

“This is just the beginning. We just need to expand it step by step.”

“I will only believe in the scriptures.”

Unlike Paris, which was full of warmth, the Habsburg palace was full of cold air.

“Don’t forget today’s humiliation. Sirs, do your best to prepare for retribution.”

“I follow your orders!”

* * *

In an extremely contrasting atmosphere, France and Habsburg continued to move quickly.

“No matter what anyone says, we are a victorious nation!”

First of all, in France, these words were being exchanged internally, even if they could not be said openly. Although the battle actually took place for a short period of less than a week, thousands of casualties were incurred, but the result was enough to confidently say that it was victory.

In particular, I felt even more proud because the result was so comparable to the memory of the crushing defeat I suffered in Italy. Thanks to this, the people’s loyalty to the king and trust in the officials increased like never before. Thanks to this high level of support and trust, the French government became more confident.

However, unlike his usual relaxed appearance, the Prime Minister lectured Charles VIII and Louis with a very nervous expression.

“If you let loose here, we’ll be pushed back!”

“is it?”

“There are thousands of casualties in less than a week! You must not look down on these numbers!”

The Prime Minister’s face was more serious than ever.

“This is the first time we have suffered losses of this magnitude since the Empire suffered in Italy! To put it another way, the firepower of the armies of neighboring countries has now become as powerful as the Imperial army in Italy! This is absolutely not a relaxed situation!”

Charles VIII and Louis’ faces also became serious at the Prime Minister’s words.

“I see. Let’s take a good look at the results of this battle.”

“Yes, Your Majesty.”

According to Charles VIII’s order, the military not only reviewed the reports posted by commanders who participated in the battle, but also conducted actual interviews. What was highlighted there was a light car.

* * *

One of the things that bothered the French army in the Battle of Italy was light cars, but surprisingly, the French army took light cars lightly.

-It is a bit heavy for one soldier to carry.

-It’s good that it overwhelms the enemy by firing a large amount of bullets in a short period of time. However, the firing time is very short compared to a fire truck, and convenience, including weight, is much lower than that of a fire truck.

-Conclusion” There are more losses than gains. It seems to be a mistake of the empire.

Following this judgment, France gave up its interest in light vehicles. Of course, this was not everything. France’s economic power and technological power also had their limits. However, this Battle of Metz The limitations of fire trucks and fire trucks were revealed again.

– Fire trucks have outstanding firepower and firing rate, but they are heavy. In situations where they have to move continuously, such as in street fighting, they clearly have limitations.

– Fire trucks are different, they are comfortable and have good fire rate, but there are limits to accuracy and power. .

If the distance between the enemy and the enemy is even slightly distant, not only the accuracy but also the power drops significantly. Also, if the enemy’s hiding place is even a little hard, it is often useless. Of course, if the enemy’s hiding place is a solid stone building, bullets from long guns or freight cars are also used. It was equally useless. However, in the case of fire trucks, even wooden doors were so thick that they could not be penetrated.

And in Northern Europe, where winters were cold, thick wooden doors were installed in bulk. In the end, the French military decided to adopt light vehicles. I came to a decision.

“It wasn’t the Empire’s mistake. My taste buds are bitter…”

Here, France’s economic power and technological prowess, which I mentioned earlier, were once again hindered. It was because of the magazine. In order to properly make a magazine, thin but strong steel and high-quality spring were needed. No matter how much mass production was used, Even if the unit price was lowered, the materials had limitations. In addition, high technical skills were also required. Magazines were one of the products that produced defective products one after another if they were not processed and assembled properly. Therefore, each

soldier using a French military light vehicle had up to 5 bullets. Only up to a magazine was issued, and empty magazines were made to be collected unconditionally. Of course, in actual combat, ‘there was no such thing.’ In

actual combat, the French army, which used light vehicles, went into battle with as many magazines as possible. Empty magazines were carried separately. They put it in their pockets, but when the situation was unfavorable, they often threw it away anywhere. The problem was that even if they wanted to hold them accountable, it was not easy. This was because most of the people carrying light trucks were executives.

Although they had a high status, they passed around while writing reports. This was because they had concealed and manipulated it. In the end, French engineers had no choice but to swear at the empire.

“You’re just throwing this away? Crazy bastards…”

Contrary to what they said, the Imperial Army also recovered as many magazines as possible. However, there were no other restrictions.

– It would be possible to store larger and heavier bullets safely while reliably feeding them.

Conditions became more difficult compared to fire trucks. The French engineers who saw this had to change their thinking.

“Whatever the method, all you have to do is reliably feed long rifle bullets, right?”

“I see…”

In the end, what they came up with was ‘Bandes portatives.’ ‘.

It was used by attaching a brass bullet plate with 30 bullets firmly inserted into the feeding part. As it showed satisfactory performance in subsequent performance tests, the French Army and Navy officially adopted it. Over time, through various channels, it was used. After hearing the information about the light vehicles employed by the French army, Hyang’s expression became expressionless. “This is a stapler… Does that mean

France is France?

”

I was looking for an answer.

-Cannons are the clear answer! We need more bigger and more powerful cannons!

-No, even if they are small, a cannon is a cannon! We need a lot of small but versatile cannons!

-Conclusion: More cannons Cannon!

According to this conclusion, cannons of various calibers and powers began to be produced in large quantities, and spies dispersed to all directions to acquire better cannon production technology. Many of these spies flowed into the empire once again. The millers began a bloody battle. The Habsburgs did not go all-in on cannons. If cannons were used in a traditional way, there were changes as well.

“It is difficult for the existing freight cars to deal with the freight cars that the French have. We also need new freight cars like that.”

The Habsburg army, which was hit hard by freight cars in the street fighting in Metz, thoroughly disassembled the French freight cars captured in Metz and began designing new freight cars. This was the beginning of the change that the Habsburgs took and the center of it. Count Tilly was there.

“After going through this battle, I see…”

Count Tilly, who analyzed the battle of Metz, concluded the following:

– Firepower is important in urban warfare.

– The enemy’s crouching base is important. A cannon is the best for striking.

-But it is difficult and dangerous to drag a cannon in an urban battle.

-You must have a cannon that is covered with sufficient armor and can move on its own.

-The same goes for soldiers. Even if it is impossible to go into a small alley, it is dangerous . It is necessary to be able to control the main road and transport a large number of soldiers safely.

“Can you make something like this?”

After hearing Count Tilly’s question, the engineers looked at each other and carefully answered the Count.

“ Something like that already exists.”

“Oh! Really!”

“That’s the assault car made by the Empire.”

Count Tilly expressed doubt at the engineers’ answer.

“Assault car? As far as I know, they are made to break through trench lines? In fact, it was used that way.”

“It is said that it was used very effectively in urban combat.”

“Is that so? If so, can you make it?”

To Count Tilly’s question, the engineers answered with a calm expression.

“We are currently researching it. But to be honest, it’s best to buy it from Seoul first.”

“Oh…”

Maximilian I, who received this report through Count Tilly, put his hand on his forehead and lamented.

“Is it an empire again? ! Why on earth is there no place like this in that country? Why on earth?”

Maximilian I, who had been lamenting for a long time, concluded with a helpless expression.

“I can’t help it. Send a messenger to Seoul.”

“Yes, Your Majesty.”

* * * Hyeon,

who heard of Maximilian I’s business through a messenger who visited Seoul, asked the ministers,

“What do you think?”

“Both and regular types have already begun to be produced. “I think it’s okay to sell it.”

“I think it’s good because the money from the sale can replace the budget for producing a new assault vehicle.”

After a positive answer, Shin Sook-ju continued.

“The problem is Italy. In particular, Venice has a deep affinity with the Habsburgs. I need something to soothe this in moderation.”

“What will I do to soothe it?’

“We are selling an assault car. Of course, if we ask them to pay the same price as the Habsburgs, it is certain that there will be criticism. So if we give it to them at a reasonable price, we can show off and look good.”

In response to Shin Sook-ju’s answer, Hyun looked at Han Myeong-hoe. Hyun nodded at the sight of Han Myeong-hoe not expressing much opposition.

‘It looks like we’ve already reached an agreement. ‘Not a bad idea.’

“Okay. Let’s answer that to the Habsburg messenger. And secretly deliver the news to Italy as well.”

“I follow your orders!”