Raise ducks and geese on the seaside, raise sheep and rabbits on land, make full use of the gifts of nature, and try not to consume food to improve the living standards of the military and civilians.
When Wu Jiucheng purchased a batch of ducks, geese, cattle and sheep from Shandong and returned to Dalian Bay by boat, he also brought Cui Xiaoyi's ship along the way.
In fact, Guo Dajing also estimated that people from North Korea were coming soon. When the news of recovering Jinzhou and defeating Jianlu was spread, there would always be some reaction.
"Will you dock here in the future?" Cui Xiaoyi did not expect that Guo Dajing would happen to be here. After receiving the news, he came to greet him personally, "General Guo will be stationed here permanently?"
Guo Dajing extended his hand to greet him and said with a smile: "Brother Cui has come by chance. Although Guo's new home is here, he has an army to lead, so he cannot stay here for a long time. Of course, Guo has already arranged a contact and will not let him go.
Brother Cui feels inconvenienced."
Cui Xiao nodded, cupped his hands and said, "General Guo once again defeated Jianlu and beheaded thousands of people. Cui came to congratulate on behalf of Lord Lin."
"This is not the work of Guo alone." Guo Dajing waved his whip and said: "That is a newly built hotel. It only accepts guests designated by Guo."
The special treatment showed Guo Dajing's importance, and also reassured Cui Xiaoyi and others that the news would not leak out easily.
"Even if Brother Cui doesn't come, Guo will send someone to contact him." Guo Dajing dismounted in front of the post, led Cui Xiaoyi and others into the hall to sit down, and reported the situation straight to the point.
Two Hongyi cannons, three hundred heavy muskets, and a dozen telescopes were gifts from Guo Dajing to Cui Xiaoyi or Lin Qingye. Of course, these were not free and had to be exchanged with North Korea.
These were all approved after consulting Mao Wenlong. In addition to receiving material supplies from North Korea, Mao Wenlong also hoped that pro-Ming people in North Korea could pose a threat to the Jianlu.
Even if it does not pose a threat, as long as it leans towards the Ming Dynasty and is not hostile to Dongjiang Town, Mao Wenlong can still be satisfied by smuggling the shaved Liao people who fled to North Korea to Dongjiang Town.
certainly,
"After this battle, the Korean martyrs performed very well. The craftsmen sent by you have basically mastered the technology of making heavy muskets and transforming gunpowder. When they return to the country, they will face your country's military strength and Master Lin's defense of Yiju.
It will be of great help.”
Cui Xiaoyi read the list, passed it to others for circulation, and winked at Guo Dajing. Guo Dajing understood the idea, got up one after another, and came to a quiet room.
"Cui is about to go to Jeju Island to take up his post. In the future, Jin Nianliang will be responsible for contacting General Guo, transporting fugitives, and weapons and supplies." Cui Xiaoyi introduced the book to Guo Dajing.
Guo Dajing chuckled, cupped his hands, and said: "Brother Jin is also an acquaintance. We can just say it, so why introduce it solemnly."
Jin Nianliang smiled and said: "It's better to be more solemn. General Guo's status is different, so it seems polite."
"I'm sorry." Guo Dajing waved his hand and said, "Brother Cui went to Jeju Island to take charge, which is a happy event. It should be more convenient to train troops and build weapons there."
Cui Xiao nodded and said: "Jeju Island only has two counties and a small population. Information is relatively limited, so it is indeed more convenient."
After a pause, he continued: "Master Zuo Yizheng Shen Qi Yuan Shen, a close friend and a hater of prisoners, gave Master Lin a lot of help. Cui was able to go to Jeju Island, and he also contributed a lot."
Guo Dajing pondered for a moment and said: "It is very important to maintain the relationship with Mr. Shen and maintain Mr. Shen's status in the court. I wonder what Dongjiang Town can do to help?"
Cui Xiaoyi smiled and said: "General Guo has given you the best help. Mr. Lin, Mr. Shen, and I are all very grateful."
Although Shen Jiyuan was Injo's hero and was trusted by Injo, he advocated the establishment of Huai'enjun Li Deren before, but gave up due to the opposition of others. After that, he advocated making Injo the king and establishing him. The Crown Prince (Prince Zhaoxian) succeeded to the throne, but failed.
Injo surrendered after Jianlu attacked the dynasty. Shen Jiyuan believed that this "offended the world", so he once again had the idea of overthrowing Injo and "abolish the faint and establish the bright".
For this reason, Shen Qiyuan began to make friends with pro-Ming officials and middle- and lower-level military attachés internally, hoping to use these forces to carry out events. Externally, he planned to contact Dongjiang Town and gain support from the Ming court.
Of course, Guo Dajing and Cui Xiaoyi now don't know that Shen Qiyuan is planning to rebel. They only know that he is a close friend and hates money, and he provides help to officials such as Lin Qingye of the main war faction.
Shen Qiyuan will not reveal his innermost plans easily, but will develop his power in secret and wait for the opportunity.
As for Hongyi cannons, heavy muskets, Korean martyrs who had experienced battles and gained combat experience, and Korean craftsmen who had learned the craftsmanship skills, Cui Xiaoyi believed that this was enough to repay Shen Qiyuan.
It requires officers to be officers and craftsmen to be craftsmen. Lin Qingye was endowed with Shen Qiyuan's intention to develop armaments, train and strengthen the army, and there was basically no obstacle.
Similarly, when Choi Hyo-il was in charge of Jeju Island, he was also able to train troops and make weapons, creating an army that could defend the country and resist the invaders.
Guo Dajing could predict that Cui Xiaoyi would move many Korean volunteers who bravely fought against the Jianlu to Jeju Island and become the backbone of his army.
You must know that after the Jianlu retreated, the situation of these volunteers who did not hesitate to shed their blood to defend the country was not very good. In fact, Renjo and some civil servants even wanted to move them to the hinterland, which was tantamount to imprisonment and exile.
If it weren't for Lin Qingye's efforts to protect the people and Choi Hyo-il's efforts, the Korean volunteers would have long ago become a historical term and disappeared without a trace.
Guo Dajing took the list handed over by Cui Xiaoyi and browsed it quickly, with a joyful smile on his face, "A thousand muskets were sent, which really made Guo overjoyed."
Cui Xiaoyi was a little embarrassed and explained: "Only more than 400 guns are newly made, and the rest are old guns collected. General Guo said this, which really makes Cui ashamed."
After all, North Korea is a country, and its manpower and material resources are not comparable to those of Dongjiang Town. The number of new guns built must be more than 400.
But they also have troops that need equipment. It is very rare for Lin Qingye to be able to piece together such a quantity.
Guo Dajing hurriedly waved his hand and said: "Brother Cui, there is no need to be like this. Dongjiang Town can only defeat Jianlu and regain Jinzhou if it can get strong help from North Korea."
After pondering for a moment, Guo Dajing said: "Brother Cui will stay here for a few more days. It will take some time to recall the Korean martyrs in the army and the Korean craftsmen in the workshop. In addition, there may be a surprise for Brother Cui."
"General Guo said it was a surprise, and Cui believed it." Cui Xiaoyi said with a smile: "This time dozens of Korean martyrs were sent to train under General Guo, which caused trouble for General Guo again."
Similar to "study abroad for further study", Lin Qingye and Cui Xiaoyi obviously tasted the benefits. Through practical learning in Dongjiang Town, they cultivated backbone forces who were able and dared to fight against the rebels.
"You can trust Guo, so how can you say it's trouble?" Guo Dajing agreed readily and told Lin Tiansheng that he was going to Tsushima Island to trade with the Japanese.
Jeju Island is located in the East China Sea, at the southern tip of the Korean Peninsula. It can be regarded as the gateway to the Korean Strait. It is sandwiched between Japan and the Korean Peninsula. Its geographical location has been very important since ancient times.
The Lin family's merchant ship goes from Lushun to Tsushima Island or Busan. It can use Pi Island and Jeju Island as relay ports along the sea route.
At the same time, Guo Dajing also mentioned the sulfur and copper materials from Japan. These are very important materials and North Korea should also need them.
"Use business to support the army, use business to strengthen the army." Cui Xiaoyi agreed very much with Guo Dajing's suggestion, but he couldn't help complaining, "Strengthening the army to defend the country is an honest matter, but it has to be done secretly, let alone get the approval of the court.
Full support, it’s really frustrating.”
Jin Nianliang sighed at the side and said: "Even if we strengthen the defense of Yizhou and build the Baima Mountain defense line, the officials in the court will criticize a lot for fear of angering the captives. Can the country be peaceful and the people be safe if we don't cultivate military equipment and let others slaughter us?"
Guo Dajing gave a bitter smile and said: "Brother Cui, Brother Jin must also know the situation in Dongjiang Town. We are very similar. We are obviously defending our country, but we are fighting alone. There are officials inside and powerful people outside.
The enemy. Not to mention full support, but restrictions and persecution have never stopped. Every time I think about this, it makes people resentful."
"Cui has heard a little bit about the Ming Dynasty cutting off food and salary." Cui Xiaoyi asked with some doubts: "The new emperor has ascended the throne, the affairs are complicated, and the eunuchs have to be eradicated. It is just a temporary difficulty. Has it not recovered yet?"
Guo Dajing sneered and said: "It was only restored this month, but it's only half the salary. If Dongjiang Town hadn't found a way to tide over the difficulties, I'm afraid there would be people dying of hunger now."
Cui Xiao opened his mouth, looked at each other with Jin Nianliang, smiled bitterly and shook his head, unable to continue talking.
Guo Dajing stopped complaining to the court, sighed and said: "In our hearts, no matter how much resentment we have, we must fight for the country and the people, not the officials."
As he spoke, Guo Dajing turned around, avoiding the eyes of the two men, took out a thin booklet from the space, turned around and handed it to Cui Xiaoyi, and said: "This is the general history of Guo's battles with Jianlu, and some insights and insights.
My experience can barely be used as a reference.”
Cui Xiaoyi hurriedly took it with both hands and said: "Master Guo's insights are definitely profound and will be of great benefit to our army in future operations."
Guo Dajing chuckled and said humbly: "Brother Cui, thank you."
After talking privately, Guo Dajing, Cui Xiaoyi, and Jin Nianliang returned to the hall and chatted with everyone for a while. After Guo Dajing finished settling in, he stood up and left.
At the official level, it is no longer possible to reach an agreement to jointly fight against the Jianlu. In fact, the Korean royal family is afraid of the Jianlu and suppresses the main militant groups below. It also maintains a hostile or resistant attitude towards Dongjiang Town.
However, cooperation with North Korea's main militant faction is still a desirable strategy. Not only can they obtain supplies, but also because there are many North Koreans who hate Jianlu.
In Guo Dajing's view, the imperial court cannot represent the country, let alone the emperor. Although in feudal society, the family and the world are traditions and people's deep-rooted understanding.
Guo Dajing wants to break this inherent perception. As he said, he is fighting for the country, fighting for the suffering people of Liao, and will fight for the people of Ming in the future.
It is precisely because of this understanding that Guo Dajing does not feel aggrieved, so he goes all out and spends his money without being stingy.
To put it bluntly, Guo Dajing is also fighting for himself and his relatives and friends. If the skin is gone, how can the general be attached? If Jianlu steals the world, can he hide in a mouse hole and survive alone?
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The oil lamp gave off a dull light. It was already late at night, but Cui Xiaoyi had not fallen asleep. He was still reading Guo Dajing's so-called insights.
Guo Dajing's introduction was simple, and he did record the process of several major battles. Although they were all examples of battles in which he led his troops to victory, there was still a lot of reflection in the subsequent summary, not bragging or pride.
Even a victory cannot be perfect, and there are still experiences or lessons to be learned. After each battle, Guo Dajing would summon his officers to summarize and conduct self-examination and self-reflection.
In Guo Dajing's view, this mechanism is desirable and has been proven to be effective, allowing officers to grow faster and become more intelligent.
But for Cui Xiaoyi, the above summary and reflection, as well as the analysis of both the enemy and ourselves, are like enlightenment, exciting and sobering.
Generally, you only learn lessons after a failure. After a victory, you still have to check for deficiencies, strive for excellence, and be more rigorous and perfect in the next battle, which will give you a better chance of winning.
More importantly, Guo Dajing had a more thorough study of Jianlu's tactics and formations. Even though he seemed to be fierce and difficult to defeat, he could always seize the enemy's weaknesses and make full use of them.
"It turns out that this is how the Lushun Defense Battle and the Xiaoheishan Blockade Battle were fought." Cui Xiaoyi couldn't help but slap his thigh, finally knowing the entire story of this great victory.
"If we had made such preparations, how could the Jianlu troops attack our country and march straight into it?" Cui Xiaoyi felt regretful and excited at the same time. He got up and walked around the house in a hurry.
"It's not too late to make amends. If Mr. Lin starts to make arrangements from now on, in at least one year, the Uiju, Yongcheon, Seoncheon, and Baimashan defense lines will become strong cities and fortresses that can block the Jianlu."
Cui Xiaoyi suppressed his excitement, sat in front of the case, picked up a pen and paper, pondered for a long time, and began to write down his thoughts and insights.
"The strength of Jianlu lies in cavalry, field battles, and fierce melee combat without fear of death; the shortcoming of Jianlu lies in attacking fortresses, in being unable to last long, and in..."
"Chariots, heavy armor in front, bows and arrows behind to suppress, rush into the formation into a melee, or shake the battle formation, and then send out cavalry, or light cavalry galloping back and forth, or heavy armored cavalry violently attack..."
A gentle knock on the door interrupted Cui Xiaoyi's writing. He frowned, quickly put away the documents on the desk, and then went to open the door.
The person who knocked on the door was actually Jin Nianliang, who smiled and said: "Brother Cui, why are you awake so late at night? I saw the waiter bringing tea, so I stopped by to take a look."
Cui Xiaoyi smiled, led Jin Nianliang in, closed the door, told Jin Nianliang the reason, and took out the pamphlet for him to read.
Jin Nianliang read very quickly at first, but later he read more and more slowly, with changing expressions on his face. He might tilt his head in agreement, shake his head and frown, or let out a sigh of relief.
"How?" Cui Xiaoyi poured a cup of tea for Jin Nianliang and said with a smile: "Is it enough to serve as a guide for fighting Jianlu?"
Jin Nianliang suddenly raised his hand to stop Cui Xiaoyi's inquiry, "Wait until I finish reading. The defense of Lushun Fort and the Xiaoheishan blocking battle are crucial."
Cui Xiaoyi understood, picked up the tea bowl and sipped slowly.
Speaking of North Korea, or Lin Qingye and them, these two battles are indeed the most valuable and reference. One is to rely on defense, and the other is to counterattack after defense, which complement each other.
Based on the situation of the North Korean army and the topography of the areas adjacent to Liaodong, relying on solid cities to delay or hold back the enemy, and then using troops to penetrate behind the enemy's rear and cut off their transportation and supply lines should be the most feasible tactic.
Last year, when Jianlu attacked the dynasty, it was extremely easy to conquer the city. In addition to the fact that the city was not strong enough and the armaments were lax, the tactics were also very problematic.
Just like the defensive battle of Lushun Fort, overlapping firepower formed under the city, giving the Jianlu troops no chance to attack the city, and they already suffered heavy losses.
Although there are weapons and equipment factors involved, the Dongjiang Army's combat philosophy, how to give full play to firepower, and how to use trenches and wooden stakes to delay the enemy, are all experiences worth learning.
Melee combat is Jianlu's specialty and must be avoided by all means.
Whether it is martial arts or bravery, the Korean army is not as good as the Dongjiang Army, let alone the Jianlu, so they must pay more attention and take more precautions.
Finally, Jin Nianliang finished reading the booklet, exhaled a long breath, closed his eyes slightly, as if he was meditating, and seemed to be digesting what he had read.
Cui Xiaoyi glanced at it and continued to drink tea. He understood that Jin Nianliang was calming down and understood that he was excited. He was the same just now.
This kind of summary and this kind of teaching were all obtained with the lives and blood of the Dongjiang Army soldiers. It has been proven to be effective and successful in practice, and is extremely valuable.
"In the future, how many fewer Koreans will die or be injured as a result of this?" Jin Nianliang opened his eyes and said slowly: "Maybe there will be relatives and friends like you and me."
The tea bowl Cui Xiaoyi was holding stopped in mid-air, and after a long while he said in a deep voice: "The experience and lessons gained with life and blood are extremely precious. Even those Koreans in the army can hardly have such comprehensive and sophisticated skills.
opinion."
Although many Korean martyrs participated in these two battles, their heights, angles, and ways of thinking were different, making it difficult to draw such precise and detailed conclusions.
Although there was not much exaggeration of the battle, Cui Xiaoyi and Jin Nianliang seemed to be able to imagine the fierceness and cruelty of the fighting between the two armies.
Arrows rained like rain, bombs made loud noises, lead bullets poured out, swords and guns were stained with blood... Victory did not come easily.
"Take two copies. You also need them in Jeju Island." Jin Nianliang patted the booklet gently and said, "Master Lin is more urgent. After all, the threat of Jianlu is only across the Yalu River."
Cui Xiao nodded in agreement and said: "It's just that Master Lin has many inconveniences in Yizhou, both because of the detailed work of the military officials and the constraints of the court ministers."
Jin Nianliang sighed. Without the support from above, he was doing it secretly and it was difficult to let go. It was really helpless. He discussed with Cui Xiaoyi for a while before they took a rest.