Mediterranean Hegemon of Ancient Greece - Chapter 679

[Chapter 24 Discussion on Rescue Allied Wolsey]

Davos said: “The Campanias are not in a hurry to urge the Third Army to leave, and they even hope that the Third Army can stay for a while to prevent the next retaliation of the Samone people, so we don’t have to worry, anyway, the army supplies Supplied by them until the negotiations are over and our citizens settle in the new territories before leaving.”

“But then the defenses of the Lucania region are left empty, in case the Samonais risk an invasion, even if With Abenerum standing in the way, I am still worried about the safety of Kopsa and Potentia! Your Majesty, since there is a shortage of food in the country, if it is impossible to mobilize legions from other regions to garrison, can we send a team A senior team officer will go to the Lucania region and be responsible for organizing reserve soldiers in the region and coastal towns to take precautions.” Helos continued to suggest.

In the Dionysian Kingdom’s military system with legions as the main body, the division of each legion to convene soldiers and the scope of peacetime training is required. The third legion has the largest jurisdiction. It includes not only the Lucania area, but also the area. In southern part of Campania and some towns along the coast, the young and middle-aged citizens of Elia, Poseidonia, and Enona also had to receive the training of the Third Legion and the wartime conscription.

Davos agreed with Hiros’ prudence and said: “Yes, it is up to your military department to decide who to send to Lucania.”

“Your Majesty, I recommend Zantiparis to form a new army in Lucania .

mission.” Hiros had already considered the candidate.

“Zantiparis?” Davos looked at Shiros.

Shiloh said honestly: “Zantiparis has been in the legion and the military affairs department for many years. Not only is he rich in combat experience, but he is also familiar with military affairs. Now that he is idle at home, he is the best person to prepare and command the legion.”

It seems Hiros It’s not just Zantiparis that I recommend out of the past!

After listening to the explanation, Davos also felt that this candidate was quite suitable. He was relieved and asked, “How is his body?”

“He keeps exercising every day, and he is relatively tough,” Hiros replied.

In fact, there are daily reports from the intelligence department. Of course, Davos has some understanding of Zantiparis’ physical condition. He asked this just to let other people present know, so that no one has any opinions.

“Then he.” Davers immediately made a decision: he had previously removed the position of the prosecutor of the military affairs department of Zantiparis, which could be regarded as a kind of compensation.

“Yes, Your Majesty.”

“Let’s talk about Rome next.” Davos looked around the crowd and said in a serious tone: “The sly Romans excused themselves and said, ‘We will discuss ours after their two military officers return. Demand’, in fact, it was stepping up its attack on the Volsci town of Satnicum, and at the same time,

it also sent an additional army to attack the Volscy coastal town of Antium, and penetrated into the Volscy’s hinterland. Our messenger protested to the Romans, but was once again perfunctory by the Roman Senate, the dignity of the kingdom of Dionia would not allow the Romans to tease like this, and the precarious Volsci continued our assistance! Your lords, Under such circumstances, what should we do in Dionia?!”

“Of course, it is to fulfill the covenant with the Volsci, send reinforcements to repel the Romans, and retake the lost territory of the Volsci!” Antaoris said loudly.

Cornerus and Lycias looked at each other, Cornerus did not hesitate this time: “Your Majesty, the Volsci cannot be conquered by Rome, otherwise we Dionia will be among the forces in central Italy. Our prestige will be seriously damaged, and we must send troops! But can the Volssi fully guarantee the food supply for the troops we send?”

“I asked the Volssi messenger, and he promised to guarantee us at least one legion for two months. In addition, they can also seek food assistance from their neighbors, the enemies of Rome, the Herniki, so we don’t have to worry about rations for a short time.”

Davos’s answer made Cole Nerus no longer questioned.

“Your Majesty, can we only send one legion?” Mersis asked. There are foreign countries providing food for free. He wished he could send all the legions to relieve the domestic food pressure.

“Volsi is just a not too strong force in the Latinum region of central Italy. It can guarantee the food supply of a legion of more than 9,000 people for several months. It has already done its best.”

Davos’s answer made Mersi Slightly disappointed.

“Your Majesty, as far as I know, Rome is no better than Cautini. This city-state is more powerful. It may be difficult to completely repel the Roman army with just one legion!” Hiros was a little worried, due to the influence of Davos, He still knew a lot about the situation in Rome.

Davos smiled: “Although the strength of a legion is a little less, it has the powerful Volsi people as allies. In addition, the Volsi people are also preparing to unite with the Helniki, the Masi, and the Equa… …these races fought against Rome together. So, although we have only one legion, we are not alone. Also, we just need to repel the Romans, not destroy them, so I think one legion is enough for the time being,”

Davos said .

When I got here, I asked, “Hiros, which legion do you think is more appropriate to send?”

Hiros thought about it seriously and said, “Your Majesty, the last time I participated in the Downey War were the Second Legion, the Fourth Legion and the Third Legion. The Fifth Legion, the Eighth Legion also waged war against the Sikels in Sicily, and the Third Legion had just finished fighting the Kautini… Logically, this time it should be the turn of the First, Sixth and Third Legions The seventh legion, the ninth and tenth legions have been established for too short a time, they have not participated in major battles, lack combat experience, and do not have the ability to conduct expeditions alone. I think it is best to send the first legion to the expedition, the Amyntas legion The commander has rich experience, and the first army is the strongest in combat. Sending him to lead the army to the Ladium area shows the importance we attach to the Volsci people.”

After hearing Hiros’s words, Davos hesitated a bit.

More than ten years later, the old batch of senior generals have either been promoted to the Ministry of Military Affairs, such as Hiros, Kapus, Felixius, Hironimus, etc.; Such as Alexis, the former Antonios; or transferred to local government affairs, such as Epithenes, Agarcia, Adrianx, etc.; and others because they are too old or tired of fighting At home, such as Zantiparis, Alpins, etc.

Only Amintas insisted on serving as the legion commander and was unwilling to leave, just like Drakes back then.

Davos thinks: Drakes is indeed experienced and brave in combat.

However, Amyntas was impatient and sloppy in his actions. He led the battle alone, especially to stay away from Dionia and fight against Rome, which had such an excellent general as Camillous. He was indeed a little worried.

But Davos couldn’t give this reason. After all, Amyntas was a veteran in the army and an elder of the Senate. He was quite famous, so he said: “I remember that the commander of the Sixth Legion was Trotty. Russ, I was deeply impressed by the excellent performance of the Sixth Corps he led in the decisive battle with the Maple coalition. It was the first time to help the Volseys, and there was no need to send our strongest army there. It’s not good to be too enthusiastic…”

Hiros heard what Davos meant, he hesitated, and said, “Your Majesty, if you send the Sixth Legion, Lord Amintas will know, I’m afraid there will be opinions.”

Davos reassured him and said, “If Amyntas has opinions, you can ask him to come to me.”

Xilos couldn’t say anything else, so he designated the Sixth Army as the troops to go to Volscy .

At this time, Lysias reminded a little worriedly: “Your Majesty, we have a war with Rome, I’m afraid Carthage will react!”

This is indeed a question that needs to be considered!

Davos even knew through the intelligence department that the Carthage Senate even discussed this matter for several days, but he said without hesitation: “We are here to protect our allies and help them defend against powerful enemies. It is an irreproachable and legitimate action! If we have to consider what the Carthaginians will think, it will not only bind our hands and feet, but also make the people think that we are too weak, which will damage the prestige of the Southern Italian hegemon!

” Your Majesty is right! The Carthaginians have not had a very good relationship with us in the past two years. Through this action, we can test Carthage’s attitude towards us.” Sedorum agreed.

Davos nodded and said to Hiros: “Notify Prosous, the commander of the Eighth Legion, to be more vigilant, strengthen defense, and always pay attention to the movements of the Carthaginians in the west of Sicily.”

At this moment, the court herald Aristillas came hurriedly and knocked on the door of the office.

After obtaining Davos’ permission, he walked into the house and handed the papyrus scroll in his hand to Davos.

After Davos read it, his face became a little ugly, facing the curious eyes of everyone, he said solemnly: “The Carthaginians responded, they killed our merchants and crew without our permission. !”

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After Davos got the news, the messenger of Carthage arrived in Turii.

This time, it was not Okriton, an old acquaintance of Dionia, but Pretakuba, who, at the urgent meeting of the Dionysian senate at his request, the Carthaginian senate horse Facing the angry and doubtful gazes of hundreds of Dionysian elders, the head of the Gonid faction said angrily and loudly: “Dionysians, since we Carthage signed a contract with you more than ten years ago Since the friendly agreement, we have been very friendly to you. When you were struggling to resist the Syracuse army, Carthage selflessly provided you with a lot of materials! When you occupied Syracuse in Sicily Dependency, the situation is very turbulent. It was Carthage who took the initiative to divide the scope of their respective jurisdictions with you and helped you stabilize the trend of Sicily! Over the years, your Dionysian domestic trade has prospered, and most of the credit should be attributed to us in Carthia. Merchant Kee! But you—”