101, sent troops to Naples
"Your Majesty, although I came to the Kingdom of Portugal last night, I have always been paying attention to the situation in the Mediterranean region, so I want to express my opinion." The middle-aged man was very excited in the new clothes he only got this morning.
"Although the Naples region belongs to the Kingdom of Aragon at this moment, it was also seized by the Kingdom of Aragon by force. In just two years, the Kingdom of Aragon did not have enough energy to completely control Naples. The original aristocratic forces of Naples still exist and they can still exert influence in the Naples region. Therefore, I suggest that we send envoys to negotiate with the nobles of Naples first to see if they are willing to join our Portugal Kingdom on their own initiative."
"If Naples is willing to join our Kingdom of Portugal, then there is no need to start a war this time, which can save our strength. If Naples is unwilling to join our Kingdom of Portugal, then it is not too late for us to use force at this time. I wonder what your Majesty mean?"
After hearing what this person thought, Tim felt very reasonable. Thinking about the fact that the Kingdom of Aragon ruled Naples for not long, and had no absolute control or influence over the Naples region. If the Naples nobles were willing to join Portugal on their own initiative, then this time they would just focus on dealing with the Kingdom of Aragon. After all, the Kingdom of Aragon would not give up Naples so easily.
"You said it well, I will think about it carefully." After saying that, Tim looked at the military engineers next to him: "Do you have any research on the defense of castles in Naples? If you really want to attack the castles in Naples, then you can crack its defense?"
Several people discussed and sent a representative: "Your Majesty, the construction of castles in the Naples region inherited the structure of the Roman Empire. In recent years, they must have strengthened this building, but as long as we observe it for a little, we will definitely find its flaws."
"Very good! Then you can follow this war." Looking at the confidence of several military engineers, Tim felt satisfied. This talent was not in vain.
After careful discussion, everyone decided unanimously to lead the navy to the waters of Naples first, then send envoys to meet the nobles of Naples, and finally decide whether they really want to launch an attack based on the attitude of the nobles.
After the meeting, Tim immediately made arrangements. In Portugal, 15,000 troops were commanded by Warren Groot, Cardinal Archbishop White and Prince Siglas, and stabilized the people's hearts.
Tim and the Navy Commander Earl Warren led the noble knights of all sizes, more than 35,000 troops and the entire Portuguese navy to attack the Naples.
Prince Sigras was very dissatisfied with Tim's decision: "Your Majesty, you are the king of Portugal. Your every move affects the entire Portugal Kingdom. You should not set out in person in this war. Let me go with Earl Warren."
"Uncle, I have decided, don't persuade me. This war is very important to us. There must be no failure. I must supervise the war myself." Tim firmly rejected Prince Siglas' proposal.
If this war is successful, then Portugal's strength can at least be as strong as the Kingdom of Aragon and Castile in the Iberian Peninsula, and at least it has the basic strength to unify the Iberian Peninsula.
If this war fails, the Portuguese Kingdom will inevitably be severely damaged, and it may even be seized by hostile countries such as the Kingdom of Castia to reach the bottom and never turn over.
"Also, when the army went to Naples this time, I believe there must be some reactionary forces within the country who want to rebel while in the chaos. You know the situation within the Portuguese Kingdom best, so letting you stay in the Portuguese Kingdom is the most correct choice. Of course, you don't have to worry too much. National affairs are controlled by Warren Groot, and Archbishop White will also personally come forward to stabilize the national situation when necessary. You just need to wait for the news of my triumphant return in Lisbon."
Prince Siglas nodded helplessly after hearing Tim's words: "You haven't led troops to fight any wars, so be careful about everything."
After listening to Prince Siglas's advice, Tim was also cautious and serious. Although he was a time traveler and had advantages that people of this era did not have and could predict to a certain extent, he was a little unfamiliar with the war.
However, Tim believes that he has watched so many TV series, so many history and military books, so many war scenes, and some of the memories and knowledge of the war that came with his predecessor, he believes that these things are definitely not vague, and these things will definitely be helpful to this war.
The order was passed quickly, and the Portuguese Navy began to quickly replenish supplies at major ports and quickly collect what was needed for this war.
The Portuguese Army quickly packed up its luggage, picked up its weapons, and began to quickly adjust its state.
Everyone is doing their own things in an orderly manner, and everyone is waiting quietly for the arrival of the night.
When the last ray of sunshine during the day was completely submerged by the clouds, when the last merchant ship left the port of Lisbon, and when the bright full moon hung on the ground reflected in the sky, the Portuguese navy at the port of Lisbon finally moved.
The ships were moored at the port one by one. The Portuguese soldiers and sailors quickly boarded the ship and returned to their positions. When the last big ship approached the port of Lisbon, Tim then led the military advisers, military engineers and bodyguards around him to quickly board the ship.
The ship then quickly sailed to the central position, and immediately surrounded it with a large number of gallops and three-masted ships, carefully guarding its safety.
This time, Tim was not a warship produced by Portugal, but a sailing warship purchased from Sweden. This ship is more solid and sturdy than other ships, and is equipped with a larger number of artillery guns, which does look safe and reliable.
Tim was in the center of the navy, and Earl of Warren led the admirals to command the sailing in front of the fleet on seven large Carac ships.
Chapter completed!