Although the initial battle was successful, Yu Lichun had already begun to study the subsequent battle plan.
His judgment was unequivocal.
This is not his own speculation, but the experience summed up by the New Army after many battles.
Because the weapons and equipment of the new army are much stronger than the enemies of this era.
If the opponent wants to win, he must find a way to narrow the gap in weapons.
Rain battles and night battles are good ways to prevent the new army's weapons from exerting their power.
The enemy knows it, and the new army certainly knows it too.
"Tell the whole army to work harder today and we will give the Tatars a surprise."
Night fell quickly, and the smell of blood lingered in the air.
The New Army's front line gradually disappeared into the darkness, as if it did not exist.
Later in the night, it's the fourth watch.
The faint sound of rustling began to get closer.
In order to avoid making any noise, the Eight Banners soldiers who attacked at night all took off their armor and got rid of useless encumbrances.
They only carried one weapon.
As long as you rush into the new army's camp, you will win.
It was difficult to distinguish in the dark. In order to prevent the soldiers from getting separated, the people behind held the belts of the people in front. The scene was very funny.
But if the opponent is not prepared, the consequences will not be funny at all, but also very scary.
Hollow and Ildon were at the forefront of the army.
These generals usually eat well, so they do not suffer from night blindness. At the same time, in order to embolden the entire army and set an example, they can only walk in front.
Ilden kept his body as short as possible and stared straight ahead, his heart almost jumping into his throat.
The defeat during the day made everyone in the Eight Banners fearful of the new army.
This battle tonight will be the key.
If we win, the Eight Banners will still be the same invincible Eight Banners.
If they lost, Ildon didn't think it would be possible for them to capture Port Arthur.
Fortunately, the front of the New Army's defense line was fairly flat, so they didn't encounter much trouble as they moved forward in the dark.
It is estimated that the journey should not be far from the New Army's camp.
Ilden couldn't help but quicken his pace, wanting to get through this last ordeal immediately.
Suddenly something tripped under his feet, causing pain on the soles of his feet.
Fortunately, no sound came out, and Ilden's heart rose and fell.
He leaned over and touched something under his feet, which seemed to be an iron lump.
He just thought they were items left over from the battlefield during the day and didn't care. He immediately moved his feet and wanted to throw away the things that were in the way.
But the moment he moved his feet away, there was a sudden explosion on the ground.
In the flash of lightning, Ilden felt as if his body had been penetrated by countless steel needles. The intense and bone-piercing pain made him unable to bear it at all, and he let out a desperate and shrill scream.
But in the eyes of others, the scene was even more terrifying.
Because Ilden's body turned into several pieces, all of them flying randomly in the air.
Why can others see it?
Because the fire of the explosion has lit up this area.
When Ildon stepped on a landmine, Hollow was leading another team three hundred meters away.
This accident made him panic.
He couldn't care about anything, drew his sword and roared angrily.
"Kill, kill them all!"
Obviously, the explosion of landmines will definitely alert the new army, and this is the Eight Banners soldiers' last chance.
Once you fail to grasp it, failure will be inevitable.
The originally silent night quickly began to boil.
Thousands of Eight Banners soldiers no longer concealed their whereabouts, and strode forward one after another.
However, before they ran too far, there was a sudden flash in front of them.
Immediately, overwhelming firelight illuminated the earth.
Under the countless torches, the infantry of the new army had already formed their formation and were waiting for them.
He Luohui's scalp was numb.
Unexpectedly, the Shandong New Army not only had good weapons and equipment, but also had such superb tactical literacy.
But the troops that have started charging must not stop. Even if they turn around, they will become a living target.
The front of the new army's formation is open and there are no obstacles. Maybe they can take advantage of the poor visibility to rush over.
Just as he was thinking this, countless fire heads were thrown from the rear of the new army column.
Soon these flames fell on the path of the Eight Banners soldiers' charge.
Each fire head is a weak light source, but the countless fire heads added together make the whole world seem like daylight.
He Luohui hurriedly shouted: "Step on the fire to put it out."
When the nearby soldiers heard it, they immediately stepped on it.
The actual situation shocked the Jurchens.
"Oh, it's true, these fires can't be extinguished."
He Luohui was stunned, thinking how could there be an inextinguishable fire?
He personally raised his feet to try, but not only did he not step on the fire extinguisher, the strong flames also set his shoes on fire.
The night is no longer an obstacle, then it is the turn of the new army.
Beep……
Bang bang bang bang…………
Amidst the loud gunfire, the charging Jurchens fell one by one.
At this time, they were even more miserable than during the day.
When fighting in daylight, they all wear armor and shields.
Now they have no protection at all. If they are hit by a musket, they will either die or be maimed.
In addition to the volleys of musket fire, the mobile mortars also began to show their power just behind the new army column.
The sound of gunfire continued and exploded like thunder, just like the scene during the day.
finally!
Seeing their companions fall one after another, the remaining Eight Banners soldiers knew that the battle would be lost and began to turn around and flee backwards.
He Luohui finally took off his shoes, but when he saw the whole situation collapsed, he didn't dare to stay any longer.
Anyway, I've already escaped once during the day, so it won't matter if I escape again.
The only thing that pleased the Jurchens was that when they retreated this time, the new army did not pursue them, but stayed where they were.
Although the New Army dealt with the Jurchens' night attacks very well, creating such a suitable battlefield was already the limit of the New Army.
If they really want to chase them out, the new army will still be in danger in the empty and dark area.
Anyway, the purpose of this battle is to defend Lushun.
Just wait for the Jurchens to attack.
The green mud puddle on the eastern front.
Duduo personally led the Zhengbai Banner and rushed here.
Traveling through mountains and rivers along the way was already extremely tiring, but seeing the situation ahead, Duduo felt even worse.
Although the Western Front was the main force of the New Army, the terrain was flat, allowing Hou Jin's army to set up their positions and fight happily.
At a glance, the eastern front is full of rugged and complex mountains and forests.
There are only two or three narrow paths that disappear into the mountains and go nowhere.
The tops of the mountains on both sides of the path have long been occupied by the New Army.
Without removing these strongholds, the Hou Jin army would have no way to move forward.
"Kang Guoli, I'll give you the opportunity to take the blame and make meritorious deeds. You take Ba Ya La to find the way up the mountain, go around behind and cooperate with the army to attack from the front and back."
A general stood out from the crowd with a grateful face.
"Baylor, don't worry, I will retaliate to the death."
Kang Guoli was from the Namutulu family and was a senior general of the Zhengbai Banner.
During the Jisi Rebellion in Chongzhen's three years, he was demoted because of his slow actions, and now he is waiting for punishment.
Duduo took advantage of his eagerness to achieve merit and gave him the most difficult task.
Kang Guoli did not disappoint him and happily accepted this order of narrow escape.