Mediterranean Hegemon of Ancient Greece - Chapter 393

[Chapter 60 Davers’ Strategic Plan]

Davos continued to say slowly: “And during this landing period, soldiers, labor, supplies… will definitely be quite chaotic and lack organization, and Dionysius would never dare to take a huge risk to land in other places. , it is only possible to land at the port of his ally Locri. Then, after the Ministry of Military Affairs gets the news of the attack on Syracuse, we can send our Fourth and Fifth Corps to quickly rush to Coulonia and other allied reinforcements Converge, take advantage of the narrow terrain of Colonia and the Lamato River south of Trina to build a strong camp to defend against the enemy’s attack, delay time to wait for me to defeat the Samonites, and then return with the main force, with the tin Rakuza fights a decisive battle.

In order to facilitate the unified command of the Fourth and Fifth Legions, I will let Master Felixius be the commander of the Fourth and Fifth Legions and be in charge of the battle in the south.

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The reason why Davos chose Felixius is because he is relatively old and has been in charge of military affairs. He can make the stubborn Drakes and the jumped Epithenes listen to him, but his character is not strong enough. I am afraid that sometimes I will be influenced by the opinions of my subordinates.

But there is no way to do it. Among the generals in the army, the ability of the commanders of the Fourth and Fifth Corps is not weak, but their qualifications are similar to those of Drakes and Epithenes, such as Capus. , Antonios, etc., or their qualifications are lower than them, such as Hiros, etc., and they take the lead, I am afraid that the two army commanders will not accept it and will affect the battle.

The elders seriously considered the plan of “defense first and then counterattack” made by Davos, and most of them thought it was feasible. After all, they were very confident in Davos’ military command ability, and believed that as long as he was in command of and tin. Rakuza is in a decisive battle, so the odds are great.

At the same time, they also agreed with Davos’ proposal for the commander who was temporarily in charge of the military in the south, because Felixius had always been kind to people in the Senate, and everyone had a good impression of him.

The elders of the legion also had no objection, and Felixius still had the ability.

“Then who will take over as the chief executive of Cosenza? Or Felixius?” Cornerus asked, because Felixius was still serving as chief executive of Cosenza at this time.

There is precedent for “serving both the administrator and the military commander at the same time”. Hiros served as the administrator of Aspurustum and the commander of the Fourth Army after the Second Crotone War. The same goes for Lumentum’s baguette.

But Davos said: “The battle with Syracuse determines the life and death of the alliance. It is the most important event and must go all out! The chief executive of Cosenza can only find someone else to take over!”

Davos’s eyes swept across the people in the Senate, and most of the non-legion elders showed desire, especially the Bruty elders.

In fact, it is also understandable that there are now many cities in the Dionian League, but the most important are three: Turii, which is the center of the Dionian League; Grummentum, the Lucaria region The largest city and the hub of the northern part of the Union; Cosenza, the central city of the Bruti region.

Although the level of the chief executive in each city is the same, the chief executives of these three cities are invisibly superior, and it is also a kind of honor.

Davos certainly understood what the elders were thinking, so he explained patiently: “Considering that once the war with Syracuse begins, the Bruti area and Croton Plain will soon become the most important place in Dionia. Close to the frontier areas of the battlefield, the chief executives of these areas need to cooperate with the military operations of the army to meet their operational needs, such as relocating the wounded, providing new soldiers, transferring food and baggage, etc. Therefore, it is necessary to have both administrative experience, The elders who also understand the operation of the legion, temporarily-” Davos took the word “temporarily” very seriously, not wanting to disappoint some of the elders too much: “As the chief executive of Cosenza, my suggestion is that Hiros temporarily serve as this job.”

Davos’ proposal was not opposed. The outstanding performance of Hiros in Asproustum was obvious to all. Only Petaru, Kadulke and others showed disappointment.

And since Polyxis and others were put on trial, there were a lot fewer elders who opposed Davos’ proposal, so it was passed.

At this time, Hiros, who had just been appointed, asked, “Lord Consul, I will take office in Cosenza, so who will take over my current job?”

“Lord Hieronymus, I hope you can serve as the quartermaster temporarily.” Davers decides the affairs of the army, and no one else can intervene, and Davers has long thought of a candidate, after all When the war is about to start, military training will naturally stop.

“Okay.” Hieronymus replied softly.

Although he did not express his impassioned enthusiasm, Davos was very relieved. He knew Hieronymus. Unlike Drakes who was stubborn and only wanted to command the battle, Hieronymus was taciturn, but he was serious and practical, as long as he was respectful and There is room for his talents, and he can quietly do it well.

But considering that this is a big battle, the logistics of the military supply will be under great pressure, Davos still wants to find him a helper: “Mercis, you have to help Hieronymus more!”

Mersis immediately screamed bitterly: “I’m too busy with the things I’m responsible for, the taxation of so many cities…” Facing Davos’ speechless gaze, his voice gradually became smaller, and then he was helpless. shrugged and said, “Okay, okay, I’ll try my best.”

Davos then asked: “Lord Hieronymus, how many Legion Reserve soldiers are there in total?”

“About 20,200 people.” Hieronymus was very dedicated to his job and blurted out without thinking.

Davos nodded, then looked at everyone, and said loudly: “My lords, I propose to establish two reserve legions in Turii. Once the war breaks out, these two legions can be used to defend our city and deal with the sudden situation.”

“I have no objection,” Kunogorata said.

“I agree.” Cornelus agreed.

Even the two elders who were most opposed to war at ordinary times agreed, not to mention the other elders. The key is that after Davos left with the first and second legions, the empty Turiyi made them feel unsafe. With two new legions, I feel much more at ease.

“Master Consul, the number of soldiers in the new legion is sufficient, but they do not have a unified new legion weapon and equipment, and may not even have the old equipment. You must know that most of these reserve soldiers are reserve citizens and registered free people. I am afraid there is no such thing. So much money to buy,” Hieronymus reminded.

Davos thought for a while and said: “You and Mersis summoned several weapons merchants such as Tios, the Legion Weapon Shop, and the manager of the Cristoia Bank to sit together and discuss a feasible solution. , to solve the problem of the weapons and equipment of the soldiers of the new legion, and try to achieve unity.”

“I understand.” Hieronymus replied simply.

Mersis wailed: “It costs money again! It costs money again!”

At this time, Kunogorata said: “If the war with Syracuse breaks out, it will be a huge war, and it will cost gold and silver in all aspects, so I suggest whether the Senate can come forward and replace it. Soldiers, reach an agreement with the weapons merchants to temporarily allow the soldiers to owe the weapons merchants the money for the purchase of weapons, and pay them back with interest after the war is over… I believe the credit of the Dionysian Senate is still worth this money. of.”

“Lord Kunogorata, your suggestion is very good!” Mersis immediately became happy and said repeatedly: “As citizens of Dionia, these weapons merchants should do this for Dionia. contribute!”

“I don’t care how you deal with the weapons and equipment of the new legion, but you must not force them, otherwise Terry Todemus will talk to you,” Davos reminded.

“The consul is right, the property of citizens is protected by the laws of the alliance, and no one may violate it!” Terry Todmos warned.

With a smile on Mersis’ fat face, he said, “Don’t worry, Your Majesty. As an elder, a noble one among the citizens of Dionia, how could I have made such a mistake.”

Davos ignored him, he walked to the center of the venue, stood still, looked around the crowd, and encouraged him with a passionate voice: “My lords, the Dionysian Alliance will be able to achieve today’s strength and peace in just a few years. Prosperity is inseparable from your hard work and dedication! Now, we have encountered the biggest test since the establishment of the alliance, Syracuse – the Greek city-state that has been dominating the Western Mediterranean for a hundred years is like a mountain blocking us In front of Onia, not only will we block our progress, but also crush us! The elders of Dionia, the elites of citizens, and the leaders of the people, we are willing to submit to this mountain and be defeated by it Crash it? Or bravely face it together and overcome it through hardships?!”

“Come over it, and there will be a smooth road ahead of Dionia!”

“Defeat Syracuse, and Dionia will have no more powerful enemies in the Western Mediterranean!”

“Even if all the citizens of Dionia shrink their clothes, they will defeat Syracuse!”

“Under the protection of Hades, no matter how big the difficulties can be overcome, no matter how powerful the enemy will be finally defeated by us!”

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Under the leadership of Davos, the elders shared the same enemy, Kai, and expressed their intention to fight Syracuse to the death.

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Just when the Dionysian Senate received an urgent report from the Third Legion, the situation in Potentia had changed: the Samonais, who were still gathering soldiers one after another, suddenly moved towards the territory of Potentia. attacked.

Since the great leader Puamot has issued an order to the tribes of Potentia to “retreat to the city”, the Samonais were not hindered by any means, and the speed of advancing forward was very fast, and some troops even bypassed the waves. Tentia City, marching south…