Chapter 484: The Continuous Misjudgments of the Slaves
The rift between the brothers should have been exposed when Ding Mao acted recklessly, and it has continued to deepen and worsen, to the point that A Min has always been resentful of it.
As the saying goes: A brother who fights a tiger is a brother. But this brother of mine always opposed him, using the excuse of being loyal to the Khan and for the benefit and long-term development of Dai Jin.
In Amin's view, if Dudu, Jierhalang, Yue Tuo, Shuo Tuo and others had not blocked him, he would have been able to stand on his own in North Korea in the year of Ding Mao, and how would he have encountered all the subsequent encounters, let alone today's predicament.
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Even if others don't care, his brother actually opposes him, which makes Amin even more resentful.
Jirhalang also knew that his brother was full of resentment, but it was hard for him to explain.
No matter what, Amin is far inferior to Huang Taiji in terms of intelligence and ability. Supporting Huang Taiji can make Daikin develop better.
In Amin's view, these are all excuses. He only thinks that Jierhalang is a flatterer who does not care about family ties and only flatters others.
Huang Taiji's repeated defeats, and finally his tragic defeat and death in the battle of Zunhua, further strengthened Amin's judgment. If it were him, he would definitely not end up like Huang Taiji.
Shaking his head and sighing, Jierhalang had no choice but to stay away from Amin and come to the rear to command the rear.
The enemy kept a distance of several miles, moving in and out of nowhere.
Amin and Jilhalang had no intention of leading their troops to counterattack again, which would only increase casualties and plunder no people or materials. Such an operation had no practical significance.
What's more, there is no guarantee that the enemy can be defeated. The combat power of those who can severely damage Du Du's troops is not ordinary.
You must know that there are already more than 10,000 enemy cavalry in Liaodong. With the current troops of Jianlu, it is not very sure whether they can win the battle and withdraw to Liaoshen. How can we continue to increase casualties?
The harassment by the North Korean army continued. Under the command of Choi Xiaoyi and others, thousands of North Korean troops were divided into small teams. Relying on their familiarity with the terrain, they used landmines and muskets to continuously attack the invaders.
Although there were captured North Korean civilians leading the way, they only reduced the resistance to advancement and could not completely prevent the North Korean army from attacking.
The Jianlu could only advance and fight at the same time, using bows and arrows to fight back, but they did not dare to rush into the mountains and forests. There were mines, traps, silent crossbows, and roaring muskets in the mountains and forests.
Cui Xiaoyi did not want a big war to wipe out the Jianlu on Korean soil. Because the Korean army plus the Dongjiang Army did not have an advantage in total strength.
Moreover, he also learned the news that the Jianlu were wiped out outside Zhenjiang Fort. He knew that the Jianlu's retreat was cut off and Liaodong would be their burial place.
In this way, preserving the strength of the North Korean army and serving as the backbone for continued expansion is what Choi Hyo-il wants to achieve.
Of course, continuous small-scale attacks are extremely rare opportunities for actual combat training. Watching the Jianlu retreat in panic, or killing the fierce Jianlu with your own hands, can greatly eliminate the fear of the Jianlu.
Following Jianlu were Liu Xingzhi's troops and Longchuan's North Korean army, totaling about five thousand people.
After nearly annihilating Du Du's troops, the Dongjiang Army also suffered heavy losses, with casualties exceeding two thousand. If it weren't for the relentless rocket bombardment, the casualties would have been much higher.
But even so, Liu Xingzhi believed that his strength was still there and he could still join the Liaodong battlefield and participate in the final encirclement and annihilation battle.
At the same time, there is another layer of consideration for following Jianlu, which is also Jianlu's last chance to escape.
If Jianlu decided that it was completely impossible to retreat from Liaodong, the first chance of survival was to go north along the frozen Yalu River. Then he changed from near Manpu to westbound, crossed the remaining mountains of Changbai Mountain, and entered Jianzhou, which was already sparsely populated.
Although this road had to go over mountains and ridges, it was very difficult and difficult, and the Jianlu did not have enough food and supplies to consume along the way.
However, relying on the Jianlu's ability to survive in the wild, or killing horses to satisfy their hunger, nearly half or even more of them should have been able to escape, regardless of the fact that the Dongjiang Army was chasing them.
If Jianlu really chose this way, the following troops would have played a role. At least, after Jianlu went north, he would not dare to attack North Korea and plunder people, food and supplies.
Of course, the defenders of Zhenjiang Fort will not stand still. The combined infantry, cavalry and artillery forces will definitely pursue them quietly. Even the flying cavalry who have retreated to Tangzhan Fort and other places will use the advantages of the cavalry to pursue them with all their strength.
Even so, the Jianlu troops would not be completely wiped out. There would definitely be more casualties and their escape would be even more embarrassing.
One day later, the Jianlu who finally retreated across the Yalu River at the cost of hundreds of casualties were faced with the decision of whether to retreat along the original route or to escape back through a long and difficult route.
The camp outside Zhenjiang Fort had been completely burned down, and none of the defenders survived.
After receiving the information from the forward, Amin's remaining luck disappeared. He glanced at Jilharang, full of complaints.
When he thought about it, if he had not gone to relieve Erharang, he could have quickly returned to the rear for reinforcements, and maybe he could have saved the camp and the defenders.
Now, not only have thousands of elites been lost, but all the food and supplies they carried have also been reduced to ashes.
This result seemed to give him only one choice, which was to return as quickly as possible from the original route and break through the enemy's cavalry blockage.
Jierhalang rolled his eyes helplessly. When everything went wrong, he blamed himself. Do you think it was unfair or not?
Swallowing hard, Jierhalang said shamelessly: "Brother, according to my opinion, we can retreat from the original route. The enemy only has ten thousand horses, and our army has a good chance of winning in a battle with it."
Without waiting for Amin to speak, Jierhalang finished his reasons in one breath, "Our army does not have much food and grass. If we go back far away, I am afraid it will be difficult to sustain. What's more, there are reinforcements from Lianshanguan, Fengcheng, and our army.
Under a flanking attack, it is difficult for the enemy to stop us."
The three reasons are all very good. Jierhalang also deliberately omitted that the Lianshanguan reinforcements were commanded by Azig, so as to avoid Amin's grudge.
If Azig can really lead his army to rescue with all his strength, and the defenders of Fengcheng will have an absolute advantage in total strength, the enemy's more than 10,000 cavalry will really not be a problem under a pincer attack from the east and west.
If we take a long detour, food is indeed a big problem. The mountains are blocked by heavy snow, the road is difficult to pass, and food is hard to find. Even if we eat all the horses, it will not be enough. When it comes to hunting, how many people can feed so many people and horses?
"Can Azig come to the rescue with all his strength?" Amin sneered, deliberately pretending to be disdainful, but in his heart he was already leaning towards Jierhalang's suggestion.
Jierhalang opened his mouth and analyzed in detail: "If our army suffers heavy losses, it will also be a heavy loss to Daikin. In the situation where the Dongjiang Army is pressing forward step by step, who would do such a short-sighted thing if they don't save themselves in danger?"
Amin let out a long breath and finally made a decision.
Since the defeat of Zunhua, the Hou Jin Dynasty was indeed at a disadvantage in the confrontation with the Dongjiang Army. This Eastern Expedition was also an adventure and effort to alleviate or reverse the situation.
Although the East March Corps suffered heavy losses, compared to Hou Jin's current total strength, it was already a force that could not be discarded. No matter how much Dorgon wanted to get rid of himself, he would not bury tens of thousands of troops with him.
Amin turned to an officer and told an officer, "You lead the people and kill all the Koreans. Ben Beile leads the army first and takes the north road."
"Slave, I obey." The Jianlu officer gritted his teeth. He hated the attack in North Korea with all his heart. Hundreds of North Korean people just vented their anger.
There was not much food in the first place, and he had to march at a faster pace. Why would Amin keep these burdens? Similarly, he was also worried about the heroic resistance of the North Korean army.
In the end, Amin and Jilhalang took more than 10,000 captives on the road to final destruction because of their misjudgment.
In front of them, there were seven to eight thousand special operations battalions and the Feihu Battalion's full-out resistance; behind them, there were tens of thousands of coalition troops chasing them.
But for the hope they had pinned on them, Azige's troops had not even dared to cross Fengcheng, and were now fighting with Guo Dajing's troops.
The two attacks were both fierce and lasted for a long time, but as the sun set, Azig could only retreat back to the camp sadly.
The defenders transferred from Fengcheng acted as the main force of the attack, naturally because there were a large number of Han troops among them.
Chariots, bows and arrows, heavy armored infantry, and Jianlu used their best methods to attack in turn, and even the Eight Banners soldiers joined the battle.
However, under the overwhelming artillery fire from the defenders, the prisoners suffered heavy casualties, and their heads were bruised and bloody in the face of the resilient defense system.
It cannot be said that there has been no progress at all. But Azig knew in his heart that if he could not make a breakthrough, it would soon come to naught.
Therefore, in one day, Jian Ai launched two long-lasting attacks in the morning and afternoon.
However, under the tenacious defense of the Dongjiang Army relying on fortifications, the Jianlu were eventually defeated.
The more than 2,000 Han troops who were used as cannon fodder suffered all casualties, and the Eight Banners and Mongolian soldiers also suffered more than 1,000 casualties. Nearly 300 carriages were destroyed, and the Jianlu soldiers lost the courage to continue the attack.
"Master Beile, the enemy's artillery fire is too fierce." Yin Letu's tone still showed a hint of lingering, and he said in a low mood: "Nearly one-third of our army's casualties were caused by artillery fire.
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For Azig, today's artillery fire was not as shocking as the one coming from Zunhua City, but Yinletu was right, and it was easy to see from the casualties.
The carriage can withstand musket fire, but it cannot provide sufficient protection against direct artillery fire.
Moreover, in order to achieve a breakthrough, the attacking troops cannot be too sparse. A denser formation also makes the enemy's artillery bombardment more effective.
"The enemy's will to fight is very tenacious." Azigele stood on a high ground, looking at the battlefield that had ceased in front, and said dejectedly: "Whether it is long-range bow and arrow musket shooting, or close combat, our army will never
No advantage."
"The fierce artillery fire blocked our offensive troops. Even if they rushed into the enemy's position, they would hit more with less, making it difficult to form a breakthrough and unable to collapse the enemy."
Azig sighed heavily, raised his whip, and continued: "Did you see that the enemy's strength is almost as different as that of our army? And the defending side has an advantage. Even if our army fights to the death, it will be difficult to win.
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Perhaps this was the reason why Azig gave up in the end. He did not have an advantage in terms of military strength and the casualty ratio was ugly. Even if he spent all his strength, he could not defeat the enemy.
Azig has not forgotten the purpose of leading his army here, which is to assist the eastward marching corps, not to fight with the enemy and lose both sides.
"Master Beile, I'm afraid our army won't be able to send reinforcements." Ma Guozhu said with some helplessness: "Unless we increase our troops, we will prevent the enemy in front of us from moving out and cut off our army's retreat."
Azig nodded and said: "Only by mobilizing the five thousand defenders of Lianshanguan can we advance eastward and open the road."
This is the fastest way to increase troops. If you send people to Liaoyang, it may be too late. Moreover, the Liaoyang defenders also have a heavy burden, and the main force of the Dongjiang Army in southern Liaoning is facing them.
Azig gave up the attack and withdrew his troops back to camp. He already had this plan in mind. When the reinforcements from Lianshanguan arrived, he would be able to garrison here, keep an eye on the enemy in front of him, and then send additional troops to rescue Amin's troops.
The tragic defeat in Zunhua has left a psychological shadow on Azig. He will not take risks easily and personally rescue the Dongjin Corps.
After returning to the camp, Azige immediately sent people back to Lianshanguan, mobilized the defenders, and ordered them to dispatch immediately and rush to join them as quickly as possible.
In his opinion, this would only last a day or two at most, and the eastward marching regiment should not be too dangerous.
At this time, Guo Dajing was sitting in the tent, reading the information sent by various ministries.
Liu Xingzuo led all the flying cavalry and the defenders of Zhenjiang Fort to work together to eliminate the Jianlu prisoners outside the fort and burned all the Jianlu prisoners' baggage and food, which meant that the war was already won.
"I wonder how much loss the Jianlu who entered the DPRK will suffer?" Shang Kexi took the information and looked at it, and said: "But even if they escape intact, it will be difficult for them to break through our army's blockade."
Guo Dajing smiled and did not speak immediately. He tapped his fingers lightly on the table. After thinking for a long time, he slowly said: "It is impossible to escape unscathed. Liu Xingzhi's troops will not let Jianlu take it easy."
"As for the North Korean army, although it is not clear to what extent its combat power has been improved, relying on the advantages of weapons and equipment and its familiarity with the terrain, it will also cause certain damage to the Jianlu."
Guo Dajing made a rough estimate and said in a deep voice: "Whether it is the rear alliance or the special operations battalion, it is possible to block the eastward advancing Jianlu alone. But whether the task can be completed when Jianlu is flanked by two sides
, there is no complete certainty.”
Shang Kexi blinked his eyes and asked tentatively: "What does Guo Shuai mean, is that our army is going to put some pressure on Jianlu so that he will not dare to fully reinforce him?"
Guo Dajing lowered his head gently and said, "I will make a decision based on the development of the situation. However, you must be prepared to attack."
Putting out a finger and tapping lightly, Guo Dajing emphasized: "You don't have to attack with all your strength. You just need to put pressure on Jianlu and contain most of his troops."
Shang Kexi nodded vigorously and said: "Don't worry, Commander Guo, I won't have to worry about what to do in the end."
Azig still underestimated the strength of the enemy in front of him, which was not 10,000, but more than 15,000. This allowed Guo Dajing to choose between defense and limited attack.