Chapter 277 The Battle of Jinzhou to Aid Korea and Fight against the Japanese (85)
When the Japanese army temporarily stationed in Changwon to launch the "mono-ju", Kim Si-min had already been preparing for a long time in Jinju. He hoarded food and grass, expanded his troops, rushed to make defensive equipment, stones and wood, etc., also deployed artillery, and introduced inflows from unknown channels.
The Ming Dynasty Zhentian Thunder strengthened the training of soldiers defending the city, archery, close combat and other aspects, and sent people to contact various rebels to join Jinzhou City Defense.
It is necessary to add that this batch of Thunder Thunder is "the Thunder Thunder of the Ming Dynasty that flowed in through unknown channels" because this thing was one of the standard firearms of the Ming Dynasty army in the past.
As we all know, the Ming Dynasty also had a firearms ban on North Korea, and did not sell firearms to North Korea. Even the supply of gunpowder was...not very generous. Therefore, the origin of these thunderbolts is obviously very suspicious, and they are most likely smuggled goods.
However, the Zhentian Lei has been replaced by the new wooden-handled palm mine (hand grenade). The Ming Dynasty has completely eliminated it among the northern frontier armies. Only the guards in non-northern border provinces are still equipped. As for the Zhentian Lei that has been eliminated by the border army,
Tianlei, the original order of the Ministry of War was "to prepare for emergencies."
This is an ambiguous order, and it is obviously suspected of being leaked, because firearms need maintenance. Once they are not used as inventory for a long time, there is a high possibility of self-destruction, and they will basically be scrapped in a few years.
Just report it directly to the Ministry of War that it has been damaged.
In this way, assuming that you, as a frontier general, feel that the Ministry of War will never come to check the inventory of these obsolete firearms, then you can definitely find a way to "use" them and add something to yourself.
As for how to use the waste... selling it to North Korea is certainly a strategy worth considering. After all, the possibility of a war between North Korea and the Ming Dynasty leading to the Dong Chuang Incident is infinitely close to zero. The specific origin of Kim Shi Min's thunder is unknown now.
We don't know, but considering the geographical environment, the possibility of coming from Liaodong is obviously very high.
Let’s get back to the subject, back to Jinzhou and Kim Si-min. The Japanese general Okamoto Echigo Mamoru, who had surrendered to North Korea, had been given the name Kim Chung-sun by King Lee Ho of North Korea and officially began to serve North Korea. Based on the structural information of the Japanese matchlock gun provided by Kim Chung-sun, Kim Si-min recruited skilled craftsmen.
We stepped up efforts to imitate, and have successfully imitated more than 170 matchlock guns, and also prepared more than 500 kilograms of saltpeter.
After obtaining these firearms and gunpowder, Jin Shimin attached great importance to them. After continuing to study the use of matchlocks, he selected elite soldiers to distribute guns and strictly trained shooting every day until late at night.
After the arrangements were made, Kunyang County Supervisor Li Guangruo asked Jin Shimin: "Why do you want half of the people in the city to put on military uniforms for activities?"
"This is how to increase the number of stoves." Jin Shimin replied: "Our army has only 3,800 troops in total. Although I have already strictly ordered no one to enter or leave Jinzhou at will, as the saying goes, there is still no guarantee that the Japanese pirates will not spy.
I would sneak into the city, so I bluffed just in case.
The people of Jinzhou hate the Japanese pirates deeply and have long wanted to join the army. If the Japanese pirates attack in the future, the people will also come forward. Wearing military uniforms will make it easier for the enemy to be wary. In addition, all the rebel armies have been contacted and can attack Jinzhou at any time.
Entered into battle outside the city.
I have ordered the Gyeongsang Province Rebel Army and the Jeolla Province Rebel Army to hide and ambush within ten miles outside the city, and attack the enemy's rear on the second and third days respectively... I hope this battle can keep Jinju safe."
Later, Jin Shimin asked Li Guangruo about the training situation today. After Li Guangruo answered one by one, Jin Shimin nodded and said: "Jinzhou is surrounded by the river in the south, with cliffs in the west and a moat in the north. The terrain is favorable to me. However, the Japanese pirates are numerous and powerful. If not,
Relying on the unity of the army and the people, it is really difficult to defend Jinju. Even if the army and the people can be united, we must try our best and not hesitate to lose our lives, otherwise Jeolla Province and all the people will face catastrophe!"
After Li Guangruo listened carefully, he nodded and said: "I will publish these words on a list and send someone to read them out, so that all the people of Jinzhou will know the great significance, heavy responsibility and serious situation of this battle."
The third day of November, afternoon.
Jin Shimin received reports that the Japanese army might attack Jinzhou tomorrow. He urgently ordered the entire army to prepare for war, install and inspect defense facilities, and contacted the leaders of the rebel armies to act accordingly. Officials and military officers in the city called on the people to defend Jinzhou together, and the people were deeply moved.
Inspired, he vowed to live and die with Jinzhou.
On the fourth day of the Lunar New Year, the front line of the Japanese army arrived in Jinzhou. Jin Shimin outside Jinzhou City had ordered people to place straw men among the many horse-rejecting formations. These straw men were wrapped in military uniforms and made bows and arrows. They were made in such detail that it was difficult to see them from a distance.
Distinguish true from false.
The front of the Japanese army looked outside Jinzhou City and found that the enemy troops were ready. After all, these Japanese troops were veterans of the Warring States Period. They were not surprised. They just immediately formed a formation on the spot, prepared for shooting, and advanced slowly.
Seeing this, Jin Shimin also ordered his own soldiers to cheer and fire cannons to support the battle. At the same time, he began to fire back with artillery, and from time to time he fired some outdated Ming army long-range firearms at the top of the city. The Japanese army was confused and shocked by the North Korean momentum. Although the iron cannon fired
Continuously, but progress is very slow.
A moment later, the Korean army outside Jinju City was still standing tall. The Japanese army was surprised. When they got closer, they were shocked to realize that the "North Korean elites" facing them were just a bunch of straw men.
The Japanese army was furious from top to bottom and immediately launched an attack on the city. However, Jinzhou was well prepared. Arrows rained down from the city, accompanied by the roar of cannons from time to time. There were also thunders that shook the sky, and swarms of swarms waited for the various firearms that the Ming army only had in the past.
Say hello.
Jin Shimin used more than 170 elite soldiers armed with matchlocks to imitate the Japanese army. They relied on the city wall's arrow stacks and other fortifications to conduct three-stage shooting. The cycle was continuous. Thirty large and small artillery and catapults nearby fired various projectiles - not only
There were solid bullets and pottery shells fired from catapults, which were used to injure Japanese troops in groups.
The Japanese troops were suddenly fired upon by North Korean matchlocks. They were already shocked. In addition, large barrels, thunderbolts, swarms of other firearms were all deployed, which disrupted the Japanese ranks. The two armies each relied on cover to fire at each other for a long time.
Taking the lead and suffering heavy casualties, Shuichi Hasegawa, Tadayoshi Hosokawa, and Shigetsu Kimura, who were watching the battle from within the formation, were shocked when they heard that North Korea actually possessed many iron cannons and various large barrels.
Order the front to withdraw, stop the attack, and put the entire army on standby.
This chapter is not finished yet, please click on the next page to continue reading the exciting content! Early the next morning, the Japanese army concentrated another 10,000 troops to attack Jinzhou. A large group of Japanese troops pushed forward some slightly smaller wooden vehicles that were similar to sidecars.
Try to avoid North Korean fire.
The central military formation of the Japanese army organized an all-round iron artillery fire cycle, forming a stalemate with North Korean firepower. When the Japanese army approached Jinju for nearly 200 steps, the main force of the Japanese army suddenly made a desperate attack and built ladders to climb the tower under the cover of iron artillery.
The North Korean troops threw rolling stones and wood at close range, held push rods and pushed ladders to block the Japanese troops climbing the city tower, and continued to shoot and kill with bows and arrows, artillery and matchlock guns. In order to defend the city gate, Kim Si-min specifically emphasized that priority should be given to shooting and killing the Japanese troops carrying roasters.
The Japanese soldiers in Jade and the people in the city also took on the task of transporting weapons and ammunition, treating the wounded, etc. After a period of day and night training before, the Jinju Korean army had greatly enhanced their combat power and fighting spirit. This time they fought with the Japanese army until noon and almost
Not falling behind shocked the top brass of both armies.
However, the numerical advantage of the Japanese troops finally came into play. In the afternoon, a large number of Japanese troops climbed onto the towers to fight with the North Korean troops, and the situation in North Korea turned critical.
Kim Shimin ordered the matchlock gunners to retreat to the city and once again called on the army and civilians to guard Jinzhou. Thousands of people dressed in military uniforms cooperated with the officers and soldiers to fight the Japanese army at Jinzhou Castle Tower.
As the battle approached dusk, the Japanese troops climbed up one after another, and some people began to touch the city gate, intending to open the gate and let the main force of the Japanese army enter the city.
At this time, Guo Zaiyou of the rebel army followed the military order and led 1,200 Gyeongsang Province rebels to bypass the Japanese army and launch a surprise attack. The Japanese army was suddenly attacked from two sides and was inevitably panicked.
Under the command of the grassroots warriors, they withdrew from Jinzhou and even counterattacked Guo Zaiyou's troops.
When Guo Zaiyu saw this, he did not hesitate, and led his troops to escape into the mountains without fighting the Japanese army. The Japanese army was not willing to fight, and also withdrew to its base camp to avoid being ambushed again.
When Tadayoshi Hosokawa saw that the Japanese army retreated on its own without obeying military orders, and when the final result was calculated, two thousand people were killed, he became furious and ordered the leading samurai leader to commit suicide by caesarean section.
Afterwards, Kimura Shigemei said: "From today's battle, it can be seen that Jinju City has been prepared for a long time, which is far from the battle of Changwon. We can no longer wait for news at the battlefield and should go to the battlefield to command the battle in person. Let's do this,
I am willing to personally lead the front team to capture the city gate and behead Jin Shimin."
Hasegawa Shuichi shook his head solemnly and said: "Don't be reckless. The North Korean army now not only has large barrels, but also has iron cannons similar to ours. It has become very dangerous. I wonder, this iron cannon has a sophisticated structure, how can North Korea
Can it be made too?
I think this was what Kato Kiyomasa's Okamoto Echigo Mamoru did after he surrendered to North Korea. Hmm, this renegade villain actually worked so hard to please the North Koreans, it's really disgusting."
Hosokawa Tadayaki did not take this seriously and said: "Even if North Korea also has iron cannons, they are not as skillful in using them as our army, and judging from today's battle situation, the number of its iron cannons is also small. However, as His Highness Kimura said,
He said that Jinzhou has already been on guard, but we still need to raise a large number of troops and take action. Tomorrow you and I will go out into battle and we will definitely capture Jinzhou City!"
On the sixth day of the lunar month, Hosokawa Tadayoshi, Hasegawa Shuichi, and Kimura Shigetsu personally led the main force of the Japanese army and attacked Jinju City in batches with all their strength. The battlefield conditions were basically the same as the previous day, with both sides firing fully and the battlefield smoke billowing and lingering, but
Under the command of the three generals, the Japanese army made reasonable adjustments to the direction of attack and distribution of firepower in a timely manner based on the battle situation. In addition, the Japanese troops were numerous, well-armed, and well-trained. Countless people climbed onto the towers, and even successfully used baked jade bombs.
Open the city gate.
These advantages allowed the Japanese army to invade Jinzhou City for a time. The iron artillery team followed up and was about to fall. However, Jin Shimin led the officers and soldiers to fight desperately and killed many enemies. The people in the city, old, young, women and children, all rose up to fight, and the Japanese army still failed.
Caught in a stalemate.
Outside Jinju City, Hasegawa Hide was furious and gave an order, and the Japanese follow-up troops also followed suit. But at this moment, he suddenly saw ambushes from all sides, including thousands of people from the Gyeongsang Province Rebel Army to which Guo Zaiyu belonged, and Cui Qinghui.
There were more than 2,500 Jeolla rebels led by Ren Qiying, and three armies attacked the Japanese army from three directions.
The rebel army suddenly arrived and seemed to be all over the mountains and fields. In the panic, it was difficult to identify the number of troops. The Japanese army was worried about being attacked from both front and rear, and was also worried about being surrounded under the city. They could only order an early withdrawal of troops and jump out of the encirclement first.
Late that night, Hosokawa Tadayoshi, Hasegawa Shuichi, and Kimura Shigetsu discussed matters in the camp again.
Hosokawa Tadaki frowned and said unhappily: "I didn't expect Jinzhou City to be so difficult to attack. The people in the city seemed to be going crazy. I think since North Korea is so stubborn and wants to conquer Jinzhou, I'm afraid they have to attack the city."
Only when all the soldiers and civilians are killed will we have no worries."
Hasegawa Shuichi was deeply worried about this battle: "The armies have never encountered such a desperate resistance from the Korean army before. It can be seen that Jinzhou has indeed strengthened its fighting beliefs. These beliefs will turn into powerful forces. I am worried that I
The army will pay heavy casualties in this battle."
Kimura Shigetsu did not believe that the Japanese army would lose because of their faith. He raised his chin and said proudly: "Don't be so worried. Our army also has firm faith. The bloody battle in Jinzhou can test the strength of faith! I just don't know if North Korea can persist in its faith."
How long will it take? I think if we attack again tomorrow, we should be able to see the result."
While they were talking, rebels from all walks of life suddenly attacked the Japanese army at night. However, the Japanese army had been prepared for this. They fortified themselves layer by layer and fought fiercely for half an hour before finally repelling the rebels. It was dark at this time, and the rebels retreated too fast, making it difficult for the Japanese army to retreat.
Continue searching.
For the next three days, the Japanese army suspended its attack on Jinzhou, and instead established a stable base in the camp. While resting and recuperating, they went around to clear out and expel the rebels. Unfortunately, the Japanese army was really short of horses, and even the Monojianban (reconnaissance team) had to rely on themselves.
Rushing on two legs. Compared with North Korea, which is a country that produces horses, this kind of reconnaissance efficiency can only result in the Japanese army being led by the rebels most of the time, and rarely able to catch the rebels' tail and gain some results.
This chapter is not over, please click on the next page to continue reading! In the early morning of the tenth day of the lunar month, the Japanese army felt that they had almost driven away the surrounding rebels, so they launched another large-scale attack on Jinzhou. In fact, this time the rebels from all walks of life had gathered in Jinzhou City, and they
The remaining officers and soldiers and all the people of Jinzhou worked together to defend the city and fought to the death with the Japanese army.
General Guo Zaiyou in red was slashing back and forth among the Japanese troops. His blood covered his body, which made him even more murderous. The rebels from all walks of life were fighting for life and death in vain. The people in the city, even the weak women, were madly biting, smashing and killing. It was really a bloody battle for all the people.
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Under such resistance, the Japanese army was not to be outdone. Both sides tried their best and almost turned into beasts. During this period, Kim Shi-min was unfortunately hit by several bullets. Although he was not fatal yet, he was unable to fight anymore. Fortunately, he was still rescued by his subordinates, while North Korea
Although there is currently no one in charge of the army, the fighting situation has become extremely fierce, and all the soldiers and civilians have no time to obey orders. They can only use their last breath to fight, fight, and fight happily!
After fighting for half a day, the Japanese army still had not captured Jinzhou City. Hosokawa Tadayoshi and other Japanese generals waited in the formation for a long time. Seeing the situation of the battle, they asked Hasegawa Shuichi how to make a decision.
Hasegawa Shuichi had a gloomy face and said in a deep voice: "It is indeed unexpected that Jinzhou has iron cannons and such powerful artillery, but what is even more worrying is that Jinzhou has reached the point where all the people are fighting to the death. It is really amazing.
Now our army is stuck in a quagmire. Although we have enough troops, we can capture Jinzhou even if we fight to the end, but the casualties will be huge, and it may be difficult to hold on. Gentlemen, the 20,000-strong army must not suffer so many casualties in the battle of Jinzhou.
Such a huge situation, because it will affect the situation in the entire south.
From this point of view, Jinju City is not easily broken. It is better to withdraw and return to Changwon and plan the military strategy. I think that if His Highness Taege were here, he would definitely choose the strategy with the least casualties to win, so we should take a long-term approach.
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At the suggestion of Hasegawa Shuichi, the Japanese army finally withdrew from Jinju and returned to Changwon. After that, when the Japanese Seventh Army and the Ninth Army were stationed in Gyeongsang Province, they defended the city in the face of rebel attacks and escorted supplies without any serious problems.
, but it is difficult to launch attacks elsewhere.
When the soldiers and civilians of Jinzhou saw the Japanese retreating, they first shouted loudly about victory, and then hugged each other and cried. Unfortunately, Jinzhou guard Kim Si-min died a few days later due to excessive blood loss and poor treatment, leaving North Korea without a good general.
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