Mediterranean Hegemon of Ancient Greece Chapter 50: Offensive planning

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Hearing this, Bagul stood up, walked to the map prepared by Daves, pointed at the narrow road between the upper reaches of the Ra and the Sinny, and said: "The Picosians used to A camp was built here, mainly to guard against us. After the Potentians occupied Grumentum, they did not abandon the place, but reinforced it. According to the return of the investigation team, there are about two hundred Potens in this camp. The Tia warriors are stationed, although there are not many people, but the narrow pass is not conducive to the deployment of troops. We cannot take it in a short time. Instead, it will arouse the vigilance of the Potentians of Grumentum. If they come for reinforcements quickly, it will be a big trouble for us!

After careful consideration, Lord Sesta and I decided not to take the narrow road, but to follow your previous suggestion, cross the Ra River directly to the north bank, march from the mountain road in the south, and attack Grumentum . "

"Although the Ra River is not wide, there are steep cliffs on both sides. Lucanians with strong climbing ability have to work hard to climb over. You have to take thousands of people across the river, how can you get there? "Hermon questioned.

Bagule looked at Daves.

Davers smiled and nodded.

So Baggul said: "Master Daves asked Heracred’s young men to follow us for several days. They carefully surveyed both banks of the Ra River. They thought they were capable of being on both sides of the river within a day or two. It’s no problem to build a cable bridge and ride over 6000 fighters! Now that the ropes and wooden planks for the bridge have been made, I’m waiting for your order from Master Daves."

Hermon and Weisba looked at each other. They didn’t hear a word about this, and they have been trying to mobilize and plan the tribe outside Grumentum to attack the camp that guards the pass. The attacking troops opened the way.

Daves saw that the two of them looked wrong, and he said with a hurry and cautiously: "According to the "Dionian Military Law", military plans must be kept secret. If they are leaked, they will be punished and even executed in serious cases. Just because You are the participants in this operation, so Bagul told you of the military operation plan. I hope you can keep the secrets strictly after you return and don’t leak them out."

Weissba and Hemeng heard the words, relieved some of the unhappiness in their hearts, and immediately made a guarantee.

"It takes more than a day to get from Niutum to Grumentum. Even if the 6,000-man troop is hidden, it is easy to be spotted." Felicius reminded.

Before Baggul’s answer, Hermon said first: "If Baggul leads the troops to cross the river and take the mountain road to the south, don’t worry about it..." Hermon’s finger moved across the map. He said confidently: "Because of our efforts during this period of time, the tribes in the settlements south of Grumentum are basically willing to take a picture of our Dionia. Then I will follow Baggul's troops. Set off, I believe that the tribe there will not only not reveal our whereabouts, but will also help us reach Grumentum City faster."

"If Hermon-sama can go, it will be the greatest help to attack Grumentum!" Daves smiled and welcomed him, and he said at the same time: "In order to prevent accidents, I will send Izam. The reconnaissance team sneaked into the Grummentum area in advance, and tried to block the several mountain roads leading to the city from the south, intercepting those Lucanians who might report to the city, so as to ensure that when you launch a raid on Grummentum. , The enemy still knows nothing about it!"

"The tribes in the city promised us that as long as we attack, they will gather about 500 tribesmen and attack the south gate guarded by Lusau." Hemon seemed even more excited when Daves praised him. .

"With the joint efforts of several adults, I have been fully prepared for this action." Daves opened his hands with a relaxed smile, looked at Baggul, and said earnestly: "Bagul , You are the front-line commander. The specific battle deployment and cooperation with allies in the city are up to you to decide. I will not intervene as far away as Turiyi. I just hope that you can think of the difficulties as much as possible. If there is an unexpected situation If it happens, you must have corresponding measures."

Bagul nodded solemnly, he felt the pressure. Wesbah, who was sitting next to him, patted him on the shoulder to encourage him.

Hermon’s eyes are both excited and envy: This is the first time that the Lucanians have independently led the battle in the Dionian League. Baggul has a bright future. It is a pity that he is married, otherwise he will Marry a daughter to him.

"What else do you want?" Davers asked again.

Bagul hesitated, and said: "I took away all the soldiers from Nyutum City. The defense there was a bit empty. I hope that some soldiers from Turiyi can temporarily guard the city of Nyutum. Safe."

Daves was still thinking about it, and Felicius immediately said: "My lord, I think we can send Zantiparis and the others to station at Niutum, and--"

"And these mercenaries who once came back from Persia with me have a richer experience in fighting in the mountains." Daves reminded him of the fact that Turri had no farmland after being reminded by Felicius. , The elite force doing odd jobs in the port: "They can also assist you in capturing Grumentum."

"With their help, I am more confident in capturing Grumentum!" Bagul said with some excitement.

Davers stood up and looked around at the four people: "Tomorrow I will propose to the Senate-Attack Grumentum, I hope you will unite and cooperate, and the news of victory will come soon!"

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After more than two days of trekking, a thousand mercenaries led by Zanteparis finally walked out of the mountains and came to the Rahe Fortress.

For the sake of secrecy, Raho Fortress has blocked the passage to the north, claiming to the outside that there is a group of Lucanians who fled from Grumentum, hiding in the forest and robbing Niu several times. The people and businessmen of Utum, Niutum is sending troops to search. Therefore, there are few pedestrians on the road to Niutum, and there are no merchants who usually come and go to trade.

"When I got here, I saw the flat road. The road ahead should be easier." Tormid complained: "I heard that the road from Niutum to Turri has been repaired for a year. It’s too much, but it’s only repaired here!"

"After all, this is building a road in the mountains, not on the flat ground. You don’t know how difficult the mountain road we’ve just walked on is, you don’t know, Daves actually wants to turn it into a flat road, if I want to I don't dare to think about it! It's normal to build roads slowly here, as long as they can be repaired in the end." Zantiparis said relievedly.

"Paris, you have only been in Dionia for half a year, and you have already begun to speak for Daves!" Tolmid teased.

Zantiparis glanced at him: "Aren't you?"

The two laughed.

"I hope this expedition goes smoothly, so that we can all become potential citizens of Dionia!" Tolmeide said expectantly. Previously followed the First Army to Corenia, but Lokri sought peace before fighting, frustrating the mercenaries' attempts to take credit.

"I am not worried about this. What I am worried about is that if the brothers changed their weapons and equipment, will it affect their fighting and increase the casualties!" Zantiparis looked back at the **** and sweaty ones. The soldier said worriedly.

Because of marching and fighting in the mountains, Daves suggested that Zantiparis let the mercenaries not wear Corinthian helmets, thick and airtight linen breastplates, bronze greaves, and surprisingly heavy rounds for the time being. Shield, but put on Lucania’s warrior costume, leather cap, short robe, wooden shield A large number of Lucanians’ weapons and equipment have been thrown in Turri’s arsenal and have been unused.) Zantiparis, who has experience in mountain warfare, finally accepted Davers’s suggestion after repeated thinking.

"Don’t worry, our offensive force is much more than the enemy’s, not to mention the internal response. It’s not a problem to easily win Niutum. And the brothers put on the equipment of the Lukaria, this march is indeed It's a lot easier. Otherwise, just climbing a mountain would be enough to exhaust us. But here—" Tolmeide pointed to the gentle but always increasing terrain ahead, and said, "I've been climbing the mountain all the time!"

Zantiparis knew that Tolmead was right. He was just getting older and didn't quite adapt to this new change, so he remained silent.

Tormid approached him and whispered: "Recently, I heard Agarcia say that Daves had several discussions with Felicius and the three legion commanders, and he was going to talk to the Dionian soldiers. Weapons and equipment have been transformed to make them lighter and more suitable for long-distance and mountain operations..."

Zantiparis was taken aback, and said with a little worry: "Is this news true? If there is no copper shield and heavy armor, will it still be a Greek heavy infantry?!"

"Paris, don't forget that the Greek heavy infantry still used bronze breastplates a few decades ago! It was not because it was too heavy to be conducive to combat, and finally replaced with the current linen breastplate!" Tolmid reminded Said: "This is not the focus of your concern. What you should consider is why Daves wants to improve the soldiers' equipment?"

Zantiparis is not a fool. After his reminder, he immediately understood: "Davers wants to expand north?!" Of course, changing the equipment of the city-state army is not just for a battle or a few battles. It must serve the long-term plan of the entire city-state. Daves wants to make the soldier’s armor light and durable and good for the mountains. Combining these characteristics, looking at the surrounding environment of Dionia, his intentions are more obvious. , Only the north of Dionia and the north-central Apennines will have more mountains and more mountain races.