The Rise of the European Emperor

Why does Marin think that "elite soldiers come from poor mountains and bad waters"? Because of poor mountains and bad waters, ordinary people can't afford to read books, so they are relatively ignorant. And ignorant people are relatively stupid. Because they have no cultural basis for thinking.

When such a person fights, he often goes forward bravely regardless of the consequences. And the army just likes these stupid soldiers the most. And those rich and educated people are not willing to risk their lives with their precious bodies and people. Therefore, since ancient times, the north has produced elite soldiers, and the wealthy south has always been beaten by the northern army.

The most obvious comparison is the Northeast of later generations. In the past, when China was still very poor, in the corner of the Northeast, the brats had been fighting since childhood. Everyone was poor at that time, and there were no entertainment activities, only bragging. Such brats will become elite soldiers when they grow up, because they are used to fighting. Especially those idiots who are often fired and insist on fighting with others, they belong to the elite soldiers...

But later, with the development of China's economy, there were fewer fights in the Northeast. why? I can't afford it! Do you dare to open a scoop for someone to try? Sorry to kill you! Then, compared with their predecessors, the Northeast boys born in 2000 had far fewer fights. When I grow up, I am not much different from people from other places. Of course, this is also related to the standard of living. They have more entertainment activities, unlike their poor predecessors, who can only spend their spare time by fighting and bragging... And what's more, they read more books, and it's not easy to get excited...

Of course, there are no absolutes. There is another way to make soldiers brave, and that is-brainwashing!

As long as the idea of ​​being brave and not afraid of death is instilled every day, even a scholar from a water town in the south of the Yangtze River will be passionate and fight people desperately. Before being shot, he could also shout "Down with XX". Such an army can often be invincible and leapfrog challenges. Because the soldiers regard death in battle as glory... Just like the terrorists of a certain religion, after being fooled, they were willing to hang bombs on their bodies, and then lit... It seems that in the early years of the Tang Dynasty, the Persian Empire, one of the world's powers, was A group of poor ghosts and fanatics holding machetes in the Arabian Peninsula were chopped down. In front of the brainwashed fanatics, even the idiots who are born with excellent arms have to shy away - the idiots are just not afraid of death, and they are willing to come to die, can they compare?

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Although Gonzalo de Cordoba was about to leave, he left behind his adjutant, Francis, to several Spanish nobles who took over the military power. After all, those few just arrived and are not familiar with the situation. With the help of Francis, we can get started quickly.

Before these dukes and earls came, Ferdinand II still gave an explanation—try to be as safe as possible, and continue Gonzalo de Cordoba’s previous tactics... After all, Ferdinand II The world is only worried about Gonzalo de Cordoba's self-respect, but he still believes in his ability and vision...

But Ferdinand II never thought about it, would these Spanish nobles who came to take over the military power willingly "follow Xiao Guicao"? They are all holding their breath and want to shine. How can they continue to use Gonzalo de Cordoba's previous conservative tactics? In that case, even if they win in the end, it will not be their credit.

Therefore, these nobles agreed to Ferdinand II, but they had other ideas in their hearts...

Of course, no matter what thoughts they had in their minds, they had just arrived in the Spanish camp outside Naples, they were relatively low-key and did not give random orders. Because, the first problem they face when they arrive for the first time is-controlling military power!

As newcomers, they didn't know anything about this army, so naturally they couldn't say whether they were in control or not. Therefore, at the beginning, they needed to use Francis, an adjutant who was familiar with the situation, to slowly take control of the army in their hands. Then, other ideas can be implemented.

So, for a while, everyone lived in peace and harmony. However, there is an undercurrent surging in private. After all, this time Ferdinand II sent 5 dukes and earls to control the military power together.

However, in the end, if you want to make meritorious service, you still have to distinguish between superior and inferior and primary and secondary credit. Therefore, several people are trying their best to win the top spot and become the real confidant minister of Ferdinand II...

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Gonzalo de Cordoba's request to select 10,000 civilians and take away a group of officers and 1,500 musketeers was quickly sent back to Spain by carrier pigeons. Ferdinand II felt a little guilty about the transfer from Gonzalo de Cordoba, so he agreed to Gonzalo de Cordoba's request, and quickly sent it back to Naples with a carrier pigeon .

Then, the Minzhuang camp on the outskirts of the Spanish camp held a "martial arts competition" vigorously.

The 60,000 strong peasants who were born in the peasantry came to the arena one after another with sticks without spearheads, and fought one-on-one with their opponents. Someone is constantly being eliminated, and someone is constantly winning and entering the next round. After a few rounds, 10,000 of the strongest Min Zhuang finally won the competition and were incorporated into the new army.

After selecting the candidates, Gonzalo de Cordoba and the 10,000 recruits, as well as officers and musketeers, left the port of Naples in batches by boat.

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In the city of Naples, Louis XII, who had been waiting anxiously for several months, learned that Gonzalo de Cordoba was transferred, and immediately jumped up happily, and held a big feast, attracting a group of confidantes to celebrate.

At the banquet, Louis XII said to a group of confidantes with a red face:

"Everyone, the damned Gonzalo was finally transferred by the Spaniards. Our chance is here. Soon, we will defeat the damned Spaniards and monopolize the treasured land of the Kingdom of Naples!"

A group of people toasted to Louis XII one after another, flattering.

Halfway through the drink, Louis XII finally remembered the biggest contributor to the success of the plan—John Lafite. So, he stood up, raised his wine glass and said to John Lafite:

"Come on, our great hero, Viscount John Lafite!"

There was a sudden silence at the banquet, and everyone else looked at John Lafite in surprise—is this a title promotion?

However, this is not in line with common sense. Generally speaking, after the war is over, rewards will be given based on merit. However, at this moment, the war is not over yet, and the title has been promoted?

Of course Louis XII had his intentions, I saw Louis XII said in high spirits:

"I will not treat every meritorious minister badly. Baron John Raffi has repeatedly made key and correct suggestions in this war, and he has made great contributions. Therefore, I have decided to promote him to viscount now. And everyone, whether it is Anyone who has good suggestions, or who can bravely kill the enemy for me, I will not treat him badly!"

After a pause, Louis XII raised his wine glass and shouted:

"Great titles and fiefs are waiting for you, gentlemen, what are you waiting for? France will win!"

Afterwards, all the French officers present stood up and raised their glasses:

"Long live the King, France shall prevail!"

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So far, John Lafite, a mere outsider, has finally succeeded in breaking into the core circle of French aristocrats. After all, in Europe, viscount actually means "vice count". Although this title is not considered a real noble like the earl, it is also qualified to enter the inner circle...

And John Rafi's main mission in lurking in France is to sneak into the core circle of aristocrats in France. Then, grasp the whereabouts of Margaret of Tudor, so that Marin can send someone to get rid of her. At the same time, it is also convenient for Marin to secretly influence the French court...