Solovyov in Tsarist Russia 1796.

In fact, there is another advantage of having a group of new recruits here, and that is that they always have a blank slate.

Unfortunately, time was not enough, and Solovyov was unable to follow his own ideas, like the Finnish Division before.

The only way now is probably for veterans to lead new recruits and train them as quickly as possible.

This would be very troublesome, and Solovyov was well aware that someone would make low-level mistakes like the French army did, or even accidentally injure friendly forces.

As for the cavalry, he doesn't have to worry too much.

Because although his army had many types of cavalry, it was still lacking in numbers.

The Hussars commanded by Lieutenant General von Tillmann were transferred from the main force. These two Prussian cavalry regiments can be said to be a good supplement.

Moreover, the impact on the main force is probably not as great as the withdrawal of the 12th Brigade, which has a total strength of people.

There is no shortage of cavalry in the coalition forces, and the French on the opposite side must be crying with envy.

However, this was the price Napoleon paid for his arrogance. The French cavalry suffered heavy losses on the battlefield, and they have not even recovered yet.

On the coalition side, the Bohemian Corps was also being formed, but because it involved the armies of Russia, Prussia and Austria, its formation was much slower. Although Schwarzenberg was initially confirmed as the commander of the internal command, his ability was really limited.
If it weren't for the purpose of winning over Austria, there probably wouldn't be such a choice.

As for the main force of the coalition forces, the Bohemian Corps, after arriving on the battlefield, the command and dispatch of hundreds of thousands of troops was also a big problem.

Radetzky heard that both the Russian and Prussian armies were using new methods of communication, so he also came to the Russian side.

"Your arrival at this time is probably due to some urgent matters. However, my Oder River Corps is also in training, so it may be difficult for me to get away to Prague."

"I know, so I came here to learn some means of communication."

Obviously, the Austrian army's communication means were a little poor. Unlike the French, they did not have as widespread signal towers, and the Russian army also lacked simple optical equipment.

Considering the possible disaster that the slow and stupid Schwarzenberg might bring, Solovyov gritted his teeth and could only provide technical output.

Alexander also wanted to know the latest situation of the Russian army in other legions, so he asked Radetzky to come here, along with several Russian adjutants, including Kutuzov's son-in-law, Prince Kudashev.

The Russian envoy only had to go to the troops, while Solovyov and Radetzky could talk alone.

"The officers have all gone down to the troops. If you hadn't come here today, I would have gone to the 9th Division to take a look. Also, how is the commander-in-chief of our Bohemian Corps doing?"

"Your Excellency the Marshal has been fine lately, but he is the kind of person who always asks me to revise my plans. Coming to you can help me change my mind. When I was in Prague, except for our Austrian emperor, the monarchs always gathered together for meetings. In addition to military meetings, there were also diplomatic meetings in Prague, and the French also sent representatives here."

"Since the troops are already here, the negotiations will continue. But I have a point of view. Even if one of our armies suffers a devastating blow, this war must continue without any hesitation!"

After listening to him, Radetzky roughly understood the problem.

However, what Solovyov always thought of was the method used by big countries against small countries, exchanging space for time and then mobilizing troops.

"Why do you have such an idea?"

"I'm thinking of past wars where the timing of peace talks was always wrong, or the troops were not mobilized properly. Prussia was eager to start the war, and ended up losing the war before our troops arrived. Earlier, at Austerlitz, it seemed like a similar problem. If Archduke Karl could get rid of Marmont's Second Army and eventually join the main force."

"From what you say, it sounds like we have always lacked patience in the past."

"That's it."

Solovyov hated the micromanagement and blind command in the past, but now it seems that Schwarzenberg.
This Austrian marshal was probably quite unlucky. Even if he could defeat Napoleon in the future, the victory probably could not be counted on his account.

Although Solovyov rarely met the Austrian marshal, his illustrious history left a deep impression on the count.

The Austrian marshal's command on the battlefield might really require Alexander to give him some micro-management, otherwise things might go wrong.

"In addition to patience, there are also some memoranda about the summer campaign of 1813. Although I have been to Dresden and Leipzig in the past and have stayed in Saxony many times, I always have some understanding of the nearby terrain. This place has always been our strategic center. If we defeat Napoleon here, the entire German region and the countries that depend on him will be shaken."

"A decisive battle here seems to be necessary?"

"Yes. And Napoleon probably wants to defeat us through a major battle. Although we have the advantage in total military strength, he now has the advantage of fighting on the interior. But the plan you made is also correct. First, we need to consume the troops led by Napoleon's marshals. He will definitely be exhausted for Berlin or a certain strategic hub, or to achieve his strategic goals."

"I'm not sure he would do that."

"But I am still his nephew, so I know his temper. After all, my stepmother always communicated with my aunt during the peaceful times, so she knows some of the situation. Although..."

Speaking of my stepmother's writing level, it's okay. But Aunt Josephine's level is also erratic.

But it is enough to understand the situation of relatives.

For Solovyov, he doesn't even need to cheat.

No matter how much history is involved, it is nothing but clouds when life is at stake.

He could analyze the known intelligence and find out Napoleon's series of bad habits, and finally find an opportunity to deliver a fatal blow.

In other words, Napoleon was not familiar with Chinese allusions, otherwise the French would probably be discussing how Xiang Yu was trapped at Gaixia.

This scene looks quite similar, but Napoleon couldn't let Catherine take the blame, after all, his current wife was the Tsar's sister.

It’s just that in Europe, there have been many large-scale wars throughout the ages, starting from the Romans entering the Germanic region. Although they were often limited to the Rhine River basin in the west, there were already dozens of them.

At this time, the deployment of troops is indeed a critical factor.

Radetzky also mentioned the problems of the Austrian army. Their large troop size was a chronic problem, which had only recently been improved.

As for Austria's determination for this war, Emperor Franz knew that he was not cut out for it, and this time his interference in the front line was much less than before.

"If you follow our method, you always have to take into account that it all has to be encoded. Each set of collected signals will be sent repeatedly at some point. I generally call this 'Morse code', which is done through venetian blinds. You can also use brighter lights at night to send out similar signals." But it was impossible to show Radetzky an episode featuring Spike and his son, in which the black cat demonstrated its usage once.

In this day and age, there is not even any animation.

Solovyov also thought that when he was about to die, it would be nice to see a movie, or even a "dynamic sequence of photos", which might be more in line with the actual situation.

Therefore, he had no choice but to rely on his words and demonstrate it on the blinds of the headquarters.

"You understand?"

"I think I understand it, and it can also serve as encryption."

"Yes, the French even knew that we were using this method, and probably had some knowledge of the plain codes used in the past."

Unlike electromagnetic waves, optical signals are visible, so it is inevitable that the French will have some ulterior motives.

Therefore, Solovyov was not idle either. When he went on a campaign, he always asked Dr. Gauss to come up with a solution.

After all, it was Gauss himself, not "Peninsula Gauss". His genius in mathematics is unmatched by others.

Even if it is a subject that he doesn't usually pay attention to, as long as he puts in the effort, he will soon achieve some results.

By gathering together these mathematicians hired in Russia, they finally developed a relatively easy-to-use encrypted optical communication system.

Even if Napoleon had deciphered the meaning, and even had the code book in his hand, he probably wouldn't have been able to guess what was inside.

Outside the battlefield, Solovyov still thought of many ways.

When he told Radetzky about it, the other party had apparently opened another window.

"This is probably an unexpected gain. I just planned to learn about your communication methods and didn't think of these places."

"After all, many technologies are mastered by all parties. The rifles used by our Russian army are not willing to be easily obtained by our opponents. I think the French should be very clear about the principles behind them. After all, in many patents, French technology is much more advanced than that of Russia."

Any slight advantage in military technology will most likely be learned by the party with stronger industrial capabilities.

However, Napoleon did not have enough time to increase production and might be in trouble. According to intelligence estimates, it would take until 1814 for the French army to be able to mass-produce some weapons.

If we look back further, it will be the British who will be in trouble.

After digging so many holes, there are finally some results.

But now even Solovyov himself has no idea about this matter.

He was just communicating with Radetzky as planned, and said that it was still necessary to encrypt the optical signal.

But what if it affects the dissemination of the content? When it is necessary to communicate in plain text, there is a way.

Solovyov is not that guy with gold-rimmed glasses and Hunan accent. Even if he used plain language, he would find a way.

As for what to do next, it was still Radetzky who would remind Solovyov what to do based on the latest strategy.

"It would be inappropriate if we didn't join the battle when it starts. At least we should be active on the flanks of the Bohemian Army or the Silesian Army. If Napoleon's main force arrives, we can even provide support. It's a pity that this unit now has many Prussian recruits, and I can't guarantee their performance in the rearguard battle."

"I know that you have always been in the rear guard over the years, and this experience has happened more than once."

"How will our fate be decided on a battlefield like Saxony? I am a little nervous now. After all, the future can be predicted, but I don't know when victory will come and at what price. Napoleon may think that he is the child of destiny, but he cannot dominate the fate of everyone. If he imagines the country as an individual, he is really crazy."

Solovyov also looked out the window. It was spring and the flowers in the courtyard were in full bloom.

"I noticed before that you like looking at this courtyard."

Although Radetzky was fifteen years older than Solovyov, he did not put on airs because of his age, which was very similar to Kutuzov.

When the commander-in-chief was still alive, he would make hand-ground coffee.

Solovyov didn't use coffee. Although he was used to drinking it, he only used it during the most tense times of the war.

"Why don't you try some Chinese tea? It is said that this is the teahouse used by the Chinese emperor."

“That must be very precious.”

"Yes, but I don't really believe it. It may be some tricks used by merchants to raise the price. But it tastes really good. It is relatively new stuff, coming from the border of Kyakhta."

“Can we plant some too?”

"It requires a special geographical environment. I think the British naturally have this advantage. They have colonies in India. However, what I hate more is another thing, that is, they grow some things there and sell them to China. The goods that the Chinese export to us are all legal in the market, and there is no problem with the money they make."

When Solovyov was chatting, he couldn't help but increase the intensity of Radetzky's words. He wanted to explain the harm of opium.

What the British are doing now actually has voices of opposition in the UK.

Radetzky also agreed that from a personal moral perspective, the British were playing in India.
Once Lord Lin figures out a way to localize production, they will realize how terrifying a huge agricultural country is.

If China becomes an industrial country in the future, it will be equally terrifying. With this scale, as long as it has more powerful capabilities, the pressure on competitors will be huge.

The blond Radetzky understood and nodded frequently.

But there was a golden-haired man. Why couldn’t he understand? (End of this chapter)