Mediterranean Hegemon of Ancient Greece Chapter 279: Discussion on the new fleet of Carthage

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But in the Carthage Senate, the atmosphere in the venue was not as relaxed as the people imagined, but it was also very solemn.

In the Carthage Sofitel election that just ended in October, Okriton was re-elected again, but standing in the center of the Senate at the moment, he was not happy after winning, instead he looked solemnly at him. The people said: "My elders, I believe you have received the news. We have sent envoys in the Phoenician allies of Sardinia, Alba, Sarros, Saint Ibínia, and Kalaris to ask for help. Our judges stationed in Sardinia also sent back detailed news. After the greedy Dionians, like hungry wolves, captured Alenia in Corsica, they focused on Sardinia. .

They sent a fleet not only to patrol the seas of Sardinia, but also frequently landed on the coasts near the various towns on the island, sending troops to attack villages, destroying mines, even inciting slaves and launching riots... Now Sa The situation on the island of Dinia is becoming chaotic, and the people of the allied states are also very panicked. As the leaders of the Phoenician city states in Sardinia, we in Carthage cannot see that they are in a difficult situation. Whether we should send reinforcements immediately, veterans. Please give your opinions. "

"Does this still need to be said?" The neutral leader Aisi Yaruba stood up and said solemnly: "The most important pillar of our Carthage treasury revenue is the precious metal trade, and Sardinia and Corsica It is one of the important sources of our Carthage precious metals trade, not to mention that Sardinia is also one of the important sources of business income of our Carthage merchants. Therefore, not only should we immediately send troops to rescue Sardinia, but also We must recapture Alenia of Corsica."

Es Yaluba had a high prestige in the Senate, and Sardinia was indeed related to Carthage's fundamental interests, so his speech received many senators' responses.

Tepan Lako immediately took the conversation and actively made suggestions: "My elders, there is actually a Phoenician united army of tens of thousands on Sardinia. The Dionians dare not fight It’s just that the cunning Dionians always use warships to avoid their station and attack and defend empty areas.

So, considering that the fighting in Sicily is going on tense now, our soldiers are also in short supply, we don’t need to send troops to Sardinia, but we must send a fleet to fight back the constant attacks on Sardinia. Only the Dionian fleet can guarantee the safety of Sardinia. After defeating the Dionian fleet, some of our soldiers and the Sardinian army were transported to Corsica to retake Alenia. "

Many veterans think that Tepanlaco’s statement is reasonable, but some people have also raised questions: "Before, our fleet has been destroyed by the storm. The new fleet that has been under construction does not know how it is progressing? It is ready to go to sea. Right?"

"I think this question should be answered by our navy commander." Okriton said, looking at Annobas sitting at the back of the venue.

These days, Annobas has been rushing between the ports of the Phoenician allies in Africa. He only rushed back to participate in this Senate meeting after receiving a letter from Hanno. At this moment, he stood up and said loudly. Said: "My lords, since the Senate issued the decision of Carthage and the allied states to build warships with all their strength in June, all the shipyards of Carthage and the Phoenician city states of Africa are stepping up the construction of warships. What we know is that 195 three-layer paddle warships have been built and are gradually being staffed for trial sailing."

"How long does it take to go to sea to fight?" asked an elder impatiently.

"Generally speaking, it will take at least three months for a new fleet to have the ability to go to sea." Annobas said this, seeing many veterans in the field showing disappointment, and a trace of his mouth appeared. Smile: "But the current situation is quite special, because that storm destroyed our warship, but left a large number of experienced sailors. They only need 10 to 15 days to get acquainted with the new ship. Then you can form a fleet and go to sea to fight."

"Great!" The veterans showed joy, and some even yelled. During this time, due to the threat of the Dionian ship in the northern waters, the Carthaginians were even a little trembling when they sailed out to sea. They have never been so aggrieved.

"15 days is too long. Our allies can't wait that long. I suggest no more than 7 days! Within 7 days, Lord Anobath, please set up a fleet as soon as possible to go to Sardinia to protect its waters. , And repelled the intrusion of the Dionian fleet on Sardinia, and then returned to Lilibo to protect the safety of Carthage and Sicily." Okriton asked with a serious expression: "Master Annobas , Can it be done?!"

Actually, Okriton had discussed with Annobas in advance, and Annobas also put on a thoughtful appearance. After a while, he nodded solemnly: "I will do my best. Here!"

"Okay, sirs, now we will reinforce Sardinia--" Okriton was interrupted loudly by Preta Kuba before he finished speaking, "Wait a minute! New establishment The fleet should not be sent to Sardinia first, but should go to Sicily! Sardinia is guarded by more than 10,000 Phoenician soldiers. The Dionians only dared to harass, but did not dare to attack the island directly. In each city-state, their security is actually guaranteed, and the situation is not as serious as they said.

And now the most important issue concerning the life and death of our Carthage is not Sardinia, but Sicily! The 100,000 army led by Lord Margot has invaded Dionian territory in Sicily and is fighting fiercely with the enemy. But the problem now is that because we have no maritime superiority, the transportation of armaments and baggage can only be transported by land. Because of the long distance and uneven terrain, the labor needed was numerous, which not only increased the consumption of armaments, but also was attacked by the Dionia fleet several times from the sea.

Moreover, the main force of our army is far east of Sicily, and the defense at the rear is relatively empty. The Dionian soldiers have repeatedly sailed to the west and landed and harassed us, threatening the security of our territory and allies in Sicily. Before they I have already sent envoys here to ask for help, and why are we only discussing Sardinia today? ! I propose that the newly established fleet must be immediately sent to the Sicilian waters to regain our maritime superiority and ensure that the army led by Margot can smoothly drive the Dionians out of Sicily!

Because of Margot's record in Sicily, Preta Kuba was elected again as Sofitel this time, which greatly increased his weight in the Senate. There was a lot of discussion in the venue for a while, but no one expressed objection.

At this time, Tepanlaco asked loudly: "If the new fleet is sent to Sicily, when will Sardinia's request for reinforcements be resolved?"

Pretakuba glanced at him, and said, "At least we have to wait until Lord Margot leads the army to drive the Dionians out of Sicily before we consider this issue."

Tepan Lako sneered, and said with a slight sarcasm: "Master Margot led an army of 100,000 and was assisted by the Syracuse. Up to now, I can't attack one of Dionia. In a small village, most of the soldiers are still blocked in the outskirts of the Catania Plain. If he wants to capture Katane and Naxos, when will he have to wait? I'm afraid all the mines in Sardinia. The field is in ruins!"

Preta Kuba immediately retorted: "The reason why our army's attack is slow now is precisely because the transportation of military grains is delayed, so it should be more--"

"Our fleet must go to Sardinia first!" A younger senator suddenly stood up and interrupted him loudly.

Preta Kuba looked intently, but it was El Accra, a new neutralist, his heart suddenly tightened, and suddenly he felt a little uneasy.

"Sir Preta Kuba, you have been emphasizing the importance of Sicily just now, and demanded that the new fleet be sent to Sicily, but do you know how this fleet came?!" El Accra was emotionally excited Waving his hand, he said: "A large amount of wood was cut from the Iberian Peninsula and transported by ships to Carthage and other Phoenician city-state ports. Then all the shipyards were launched and the construction was stepped up. It can be completed in just a few months. With so many warships, do you know the most important reason?!

It's money! At the beginning, you said at the Senate meeting, “Although your Magonis family controls southern Iberia, we have to make some concessions to get the local indigenous people to agree that we can cut down a large number of trees safely.” Finally, you persuaded the Senate to pass the resolution, and Carthage had to allocate a portion of the national treasury to fund Iberia every month to obtain timber for ships!

Although our Carthage has a high prestige, and the Phoenician allies are also very cooperative, but those shipyard owners and those craftsmen have stopped other businesses and built warships for us every day. Is it free? of course not! Even if they are willing, we Carthaginians will not ruin our credibility! We paid a lot of gold and silver to ensure the quality of the construction, and at the same time to ensure that they will continue to build warships for us.

What happens after the fleet is established? It costs money to hire sailors! It costs money to provide rations! The rations and supplies provided to the entire Carthage army require more money! Lord Preta Kuba, would you please tell me, where does the money come from? ! "

Pretakuba remained silent for a while after listening. As Sofitel, the veteran of the Senate and newly re-elected, he certainly can't open his eyes to tell lies and make others laugh.