Five hundred and fifty-sixth to occupy Haizhou Wei, why not build a city
He would not look at Wu Qing and others differently just because the pickles were delicious. It was only out of admiration and goodwill that Chen Jisheng deliberately asked his soldiers to ask for side dishes.
Obviously, Wu Qing and others left a deep impression on Chen Jisheng. Although they did not know Chen Jisheng's identity, they could tell that he was a big official, much higher than them.
However, they thought that Chen Jisheng had a military position, but they did not expect that this man was actually the political leader of Dongjiang Town and their most immediate superior.
Chen Jisheng did not reveal his identity. After dinner, he asked someone to go to the inn manager and write down the registered names of Wu Qing and others.
After sleeping and having breakfast the next day, Wu Qing and others got on the carriage and rushed to their destination - Zhuanghe. Chen Jisheng went to Dazhuangwu to pick up the ships transporting cattle.
The construction of Zhuanghe Port has been put on the agenda. In the near future, it will become another major port in Liaodong, with promising prospects for business development.
Just as the spring plowing work in southern Liaoning and eastern Liaoning was being carried out on a large scale, the troops led by Guo Dajing also launched on time and began to cross the river and head north.
The two flying cavalry battalions have taken the land route from the lower reaches of the Haicheng River and entered the Haizhou area to provide warning. Navy ships have also entered the Haicheng River to cruise for protection and set up pontoons.
The Sanxie officers and soldiers were divided into two groups, crossing the river from Haizhou Acropolis and Ximucheng, setting up defenses on the road leading to Anshan Station to ensure the recovery of Haizhou, and building a logistics base.
Even though Jianlu was judged to be unable to stop the main force of the Dongjiang Army's military operations, Guo Dajing was still cautious in arranging his troops, leaving no flaws or loopholes.
"General Li reported that the Rightist Association has occupied Haizhou Acropolis and is building peripheral positions."
"General Mao reported that the former Association has advanced to Ganquan Town and begun to build positions."
"The Flying Cavalry Battalion reported that when they encountered Jianlu Sentry Cavalry, the enemy fled without fighting and was unable to pursue them."
Guo Dajing led the Zuo Xie across the pontoon bridge and boarded the north bank of Haicheng River. A series of reports had been sent. All ministries were progressing smoothly and all completed their scheduled tasks.
This was all expected. Facing tens of thousands of Dongjiang troops, the Jianlu soldiers in Liaoyang and Anshanyi no longer had the strength to take the initiative.
Houjin, who had just experienced a disastrous defeat in Liaodong, was now doing everything possible to increase its army, but it had to take into account such major events as spring plowing, making it difficult to mobilize.
Guo Dajing received the successful reports from various ministries, and he had a relaxed look on his face. He turned around and looked around, and saw that there were dark troops on the other side of the Haicheng River, as well as large and small vehicles carrying grain and ammunition.
"Jianlu will definitely not launch an attack." Zu Dashou, who was beside him, was also relieved and said with a smile: "With their military strength, they can only retreat to Liaoshen and adopt passive defense."
Guo Dajing turned back, rode forward, and said slowly: "Passive defense is certain, but judging from its deployment, it still has the illusion of attacking from both inside and outside."
Defending from city to city without sending reinforcements and thinking of using the strong city to consume the strength of the Dongjiang Army is obviously the most stupid approach.
Therefore, while Jianlu strived to defend various defense points, they also organized a mobile force to assist friendly forces that were attacked and in an unfavorable situation.
If the Dongjiang Army's attack on the fortified city is time-consuming and laborious, this mobile force may engage in internal and external attacks with friendly forces in order to defeat the attacking Dongjiang Army.
This was also a routine operation and not unexpected. Although it increased the difficulty of attacking the city and required a lot more troops, it did not diminish Guo Dajing's self-confidence.
"To have a mobile force of 10,000 to 20,000 troops is already unparalleled." Zu Dashou recently read the information and had a relatively thorough understanding of Jianlu's situation, and his judgment was more accurate.
Guo Dajing nodded in agreement and said: "Commander Zu's judgment is extremely accurate. I estimate that the defenders in Anshan and Liaoyang are only 20,000 at most. It is unlikely that the Jianlu will use their precious troops to defend the city..."
During Ding Mao's chaos, Jianlu suffered losses. In Xuanchuan and Longchuan, they were besieged and annihilated by the Dongjiang army.
Dorgon did not have the courage and prestige to forcibly relocate the population before the war, but he would not throw all his strength into a city that might be surrounded.
In Guo Dajing's opinion, Dorgon should have a way out and would not spend all his strength in the Liaoshen area.
Attacking Liaoyang may be the turning point for Dorgon to make his final decision. If Liaoyang is not defended, Dorgon will not be able to defend Shenyang, but will abandon the city and flee to preserve the strength to make a comeback.
Therefore, Guo Dajing also made the decision that Liaoyang could be besieged and attacked, but he was not in a hurry to capture it, leaving Jianlu with luck and hope.
This not only increased the pressure on Dorgon to lead his people to flee north, but also gave the Liaodong Corps enough time to outflank and outflank them.
Historically, the Battle of Peking and Tianjin in the War of Liberation was an attempt to stabilize the defenders of Peiping by claiming siege instead of fighting. By the time Tianjin and Tanggu were captured with a thunderous force, the Peking defenders had no possibility of retreating from the sea.
"If this is the case, I'm afraid that when our army wants to besiege Liaoyang, its strength will need to reach 60,000 to 70,000." Zu Dashou frowned slightly and reminded: "We must not only attack the city, but also guard against the mobile troops building the captives."
Guo Dajing nodded and said: "There is no problem with the strength of the troops, but they are not all piled up under Liaoyang City. Because siege and siege are different."
It would be best to surround the city and annihilate all the enemies. But it would require too many troops, and Guo Dajing did not want to adopt such a tactic.
Without dividing the troops, attack Liaoyang from one or two sides only, leaving a way for the enemies in Liaoyang city to retreat. There will be no gap for the reinforcements to attack from inside and outside. This is the safest way to attack.
However, it is not easy for the Jianlu in the Liaoyang area to retreat completely. Guo Dajing wants to use the navy to carry heavy troops north along the Hun River to intercept and kill the Jianlu between Liaoyang and Shenyang.
It's also a battle of annihilation. If you open your eyes and don't just stare at the defenders of Liaoyang City, you will suddenly understand.
This is the difference between Guo Dajing and Zu Dashou. What he saw was a broader battlefield, including Liaoyang's defenders and reinforcements outside the city.
Of course, this was not the time yet, and Guo Dajing did not tell Zu Dashou in detail. After all, one has a huge appetite and needs strength to support it.
After annexing 20,000 Liao Town officers and soldiers, plus more than 10,000 new recruits, we have the conditions to fight a great war of annihilation.
While walking and talking, Guo Dajing and Zu Dashou, escorted by their own soldiers, had arrived at Haizhou Acropolis.
The Haizhou Acropolis was demolished by the rebels, but the foundation for the city wall was still available. Spring was already in bloom, so building trench breastworks and building warehouses and barracks in the city was not a big project.
Moreover, this is not the front line, just a logistics base. The new defense line will be pushed more than thirty miles north, almost at the midpoint between Haizhou Acropolis and Anshan Station.
In other words, as long as the Dongjiang Army is launched, it can reach Anshan Station in one day, leaving Jianlu not much warning and preparation time.
This was Guo Dajing's new style of play - to press closely, forcing Jianlu to be in a state of vigilance and alert at all times, making it difficult for him to escape and take care of him.
For Jianlu, who lacked military strength, this was a rather uncomfortable place. The original state of being both soldiers and civilians would be broken, resulting in a more serious manpower shortage.
Moreover, not only Liaonan is approaching, but also Liaodong, Anshanyi, Lianshanguan, Benxi, and even Crow Falcon Pass will be in this state.
"Trench breastworks are much faster and more economical than building a city." Zu Dashou nodded, praising and sighing, "But if you don't have sharp firearms, you still need a strong city wall."
Why Liao Town was abolished by the imperial court was partly due to the rise of the Dongjiang Army. Another shortcoming was that building cities in western Liaoning cost too much money and food, and the imperial court was overwhelmed.
Forget it, it's a waste of money and food, but there is no achievement yet. Of course, if there is no replacement, the court can only hold its nose and admit it.
But in fact, Dongjiang Town has won many battles, but Liao Town still feels good about itself and thinks that it can take a chance. The final outcome is completely self-inflicted. If you don't do it, you will not die.
A strong and tall city wall can indeed bring confidence to the defenders. Proper defense can also cause heavy casualties to the attacking side.
But this is not absolute. The variety of attack methods will inflict a heavy blow to the defenders who rely too much on the city wall.
For example, tunnel blasting and giant artillery bombardment can cause heavy casualties to the defenders. The key is that Dongjiang
The army has mastered these two methods and has no fear of attacking a fortified city.
Guo Dajing did not agree with Zu Dashou's point of view, but he did not refute it immediately. He just smiled lightly and said: "Building trench breastworks is indeed faster and more economical than building cities, and it is also more conducive to the use of firearms."
At this time, Li Weiluan came over on a war horse, bowed and saluted, "The last general has seen Guo Shuai, Zu Shuai."
Guo Dajing smiled and nodded, and said, "General Li moved very quickly. In just half a day, Haizhou Acropolis was completely changed."
Zu Dashou also praised: "The ministries are well organized and the division of labor is clear. General Li manages the army well!"
Li Weiluan smiled and said: "It was all planned and fully prepared. The general just moved according to the plan."
Guo Dajing stretched out his hand to signal, and Li Weiluan led the way to introduce them. The three of them, along with a few soldiers, began to inspect the Haizhou Acropolis.
When the Sanxie officers and soldiers crossed the Haicheng River, it meant they occupied the other half of Haizhou. With the Haicheng River as the boundary, the army camp was in the north, and the army retreated and the people advanced in the south. Tens of thousands of Liao Town officers, soldiers and their families were to be accommodated.
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An important reason for recovering the Haizhou Acropolis at this time is not to miss the spring plowing. The quantity and harvest of the army's fields are still extremely critical to the army's logistics supply.
Crops such as beans, alfalfa, vegetables, etc. are not only food for the army, but also fodder for war horses. Due to the influence of the climate, ordinary people rarely plant them. They grow more potatoes, rye and corn.
There are 6 miles and 53 steps around Haizhou Acropolis, and there is Dongshan inside the city. Although the mountain is small, it has lush trees and solid bedrock, and it can be turned into a garden in the future.
"There is a mountain in the city, which is a wonder." Guo Dajing looked up and said with a smile: "We can build an observation post from a high place and place a few golden drums to provide early warning and command from a high altitude."
Li Weiluan nodded, and said with a little regret: "I'm afraid the Jianlu can no longer attack here, and the fortifications built are only just in case."
Zu Dashou was convinced and said: "There are Qianxie and Zuoxie on the front line, as well as two flying cavalry battalions, which are enough to resist the Jianlu and protect the Haizhou Acropolis."
It is precisely because of insurance that a logistics base was built here to stockpile a large amount of grain and ammunition in preparation for the decisive battle to quell the Liao Dynasty and exterminate the rebels.
However, Guo Dajing did not think that building fortifications was superfluous. The land was rich in food and grass, and no amount could be done too much to ensure it was foolproof.
Everyone walked around the city, which was full of dilapidation. Although the soldiers demolished the city walls and set fire to the houses in the city, it was still easier than building a base in the wasteland.
The roads in the city are all paved, and they will be in excellent condition if they are repaired and cleaned. Most of the houses were burned into ruins and need to be rebuilt, but the foundations are good, which saves planning time.
In short, many construction facilities in Haizhou Acropolis can still be used, or the construction speed has been greatly reduced.
Zu Dashou also stayed in Liaonan for a period of time, and he also had some doubts in his mind, that is, the Dongjiang Army did not seem keen on building cities.
In his mind, a city without walls is not a complete city. There is no sense of security!
"When Liaodong is pacified, or when Dongjiang Town has sufficient money and food, building the city will also be an indispensable task, right?" Finally, Zu Dashou expressed his doubts in a tentative manner.
Guo Dajing was stunned for a moment, looked at Zu Dashou, shook his head and said, "Building a city is not part of Dongjiang Town's plan. After Liaodong is pacified, money and food will not be spent on it."
Li Weiluan blinked and understood what Zu Dashou meant. This was also something he had suggested to Guo Dajing.
"Commander Zu didn't know something." Li Weiluan explained at the side: "Although building a city seems safer, it is not necessary for a strong army that can always maintain an offensive posture and have the confidence to defend the enemy from outside the country.
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Zu Dashou was a little dazed. He didn't expect that Guo Dajing and others would think like this. Moreover, from Li Weiluan's mouth, it also showed that he was recognized by most of the generals.
Although the trench breastworks and sharp firearms were enough to resist enemy attacks, this anti-traditional concept still made him uncomfortable.
Guo Dajing also understands
After understanding the reason why Zu Dashou proposed to build the city, he smiled and said: "Dongjiang Town firstly does not have so much money to rebuild the city, and secondly, the future development plan does not require city building."
The existing city can be retained, or even be repaired slightly if the damage is not serious. However, the Haizhou Acropolis has been demolished just to increase the sense of security for the soldiers and civilians living there, so there is no need to rebuild it.
Passive defense is not what Guo Dajing advocates. The previous defense based on strongholds was just a temporary measure. It is his ideal to cultivate a strong army that can gallop freely and be full of the desire to take the initiative to attack.
Besides, muskets will be distributed among the people. Guo Dajing wants to create a new Liaodong where all people are soldiers, promote a pioneering and adventurous spirit, and build cities that can no longer be attacked by foreign enemies. What's the point?
Obviously, these are closely related to future development plans.
After the Ping Liao Dynasty, the horse was released in Nanshan, enjoying peace and contentment without thinking about progress. This was naturally Zu Dashou's idea.