Chapter 516: Incentives that will not be treated badly
The fertile black soil and abundant mineral resources are gifts after the liberation of Liaodong, and they are also the material basis for Dongjiang Town to continue to develop and grow.
In Guo Dajing's view, the most important thing for the development of Liaodong and Dongjiang Town is population. To put it bluntly, it is the common people who are regarded as ants by the court and bureaucrats.
So many people starved to death, and countless lives were lost in the process of annihilation. This made Guo Dajing feel heartbroken, but his ability was limited and it was difficult to completely solve it.
Guo Dajing did his best to set up refugee resettlement camps in Tianjin, Qinhuangdao, and Denglai to recruit thousands of poor people and save them from hunger, cold, and war.
Like Mao Wenlong and Chen Jisheng, who were worried about the constraints of the imperial court, Guo Dajing thought it might happen, but he already had a solution.
The authority of the Ming Dynasty and the supremacy of imperial power have been on a downward trend. This should be the inevitable end of the dynasty.
Although Jianlu would be destroyed, the strength of the Dongjiang Army was a key factor that the court did not dare to underestimate, and even wanted to forgive.
Obviously, the traditional thinking of raising bandits and self-respect is no longer applicable to the current late Ming Dynasty. Strength is the most important capital, which will crush the possible blockade and suppression by the imperial court.
Historical experience has proven that it was not the foreign enemies who brought down Dongjiang Town, but the imperial court. From the emperor to Yuan Chonghuan, as well as the princes in the court, they were the culprits.
Therefore, Guo Dajing will not give up Liaodong, which he regained with his blood, to harm the imperial court. For this reason, he will do whatever it takes.
Of course, when it's time to be strong, you have to fight to the end, and when it's time to soften, you have to give the court some face. As long as the strength of the Dongjiang Army does not decline, Guo Dajing can handle it with ease.
Now that he has become a de facto warlord, what else is there to fear?
Guo Dajing was still inspecting the front line at this time. He was very satisfied with the preparations of various ministries and the mental state of the soldiers.
After basically understanding the situation in southern Liaoning, Guo Dajing rushed southeast from Haizhou Wei to Dalingguan to inspect the Chinese Association led by Shang Kexi.
After the CCP moved forward, Xiuyan had become a logistics base. The military and civilians south of Xiuyan were completely safe and could farm and produce with confidence.
"After the decisive battle is launched, your troops will join the main force and attack Anshanyi and Liaoyang from the front." Guo Dajing pointed at the sand table and explained the deployment of the decisive battle.
At this point, there may be minor adjustments to the deployment, but the overall direction has been fixed and can be explained clearly so that all departments can be prepared.
Shang Kexi nodded vigorously and said: "Our unit has been trained and ready to act at any time. Commander Guo is here just in time to review the troops and improve their morale."
Guo Dajing smiled and nodded, and said: "When we enter the camp, we can see the spirit of the officers and soldiers, and we will know that General Shang has trained his troops well. It's good, we will conduct a review of the officers and soldiers tomorrow."
Shang Kexi grinned twice and said: "There are still a few months left, and we will eventually train them better and become more powerful."
"I believe that in a few months, the officers and men of the Chinese Association will impress people with admiration." Guo Dajing extended his hand to signal Shang Kexi to sit down. The two drank tea and chatted about military affairs.
The most intense and busy period of military training is basically over, and now we are stocking up on food and ammunition supplies in preparation for launching a war.
"The soldiers of the Chinese Association have practiced a lot in hand-to-hand combat and have also figured out more effective fighting methods."
Shang Kexi said quite confidently: "Tomorrow's review drill, Guo Shuai needs to give more guidance. After all, we don't know much about the situation of other troops."
"The training of each department is also very tight." Guo Dajing said with a smile: "As for who is more powerful, we will see it tomorrow."
During this inspection, all the ministers and ministers had the intention of bragging about themselves, thinking of making great achievements and becoming famous.
After all, this is likely to be the last battle and the end of the Liaodong war. Firstly, it is a rare opportunity, and secondly, it is necessary to leave a way for the withdrawal of troops.
The hope of many soldiers is to leave Nanshan and enjoy peace, but there are also many officers and soldiers who want to fight on the battlefield and make achievements.
From ancient times to the present, there are many people who consider joining the army as a profession. The higher the level of the official position, the more so.
But Guo Dajing cannot yet spell out the specific details of disarmament.
But we also need to let the mid-level and senior generals feel at ease. Fighting the decisive battle is one thing. Don't rush for credit for the sake of performance and cause undue losses.
"As for the post-war arrangements, please rest assured, General Shang and all officers, put aside your random thoughts and concentrate on fighting the decisive battle."
Guo Dajing looked around at the generals and said slowly: "Did Dongjiang Town ever mistreat the soldiers who were bloody on the battlefield? After pacifying Liaodong, they have more resources, so they will not let the soldiers down."
Disarmament is certain, but it does not necessarily eliminate the establishment, but rather reduce the size of the troops. For example, if there are more than 10,000 troops in an alliance now, it can be reduced to 8,000 or 6,000, and the goal can be achieved.
Although the number of troops is reduced, military expenditures may rise instead of falling.
Because, according to Guo Dajing's vision, all infantry will be turned into cavalry. Just buying and feeding horses is a huge investment.
Guo Dajing strives to achieve his goal within five years. The built-up captives have been destroyed, and the surrender of the Mongolian tribes will provide more favorable conditions.
Moreover, the army has no war, but can carry out farming and production, and continues to advance northward. The production and construction corps is very suitable for developing and constructing barren areas.
"The general has no random thoughts." Shang Kexi said with a smile: "Everyone admires and admires Mao Shuai and Guo Shuai. If you listen to Mao Shuai and Guo Shuai, you will surely be prosperous and wealthy."
Guo Dajing laughed and said, "It's not a rough statement, but everyone's roots are in Dongjiang Town. Dongjiang Town will always be prosperous. How can there be no obstacles to personal wealth?"
In life, all he pursues is fame and fortune. As for those who are high-minded and upright, but regard fame and fortune as dirt, Guo Dajing must stay away from such people.
What does prosperity and wealth include? Individuals have their own understanding and standards, and there are high and low levels.
Guo Dajing does not object to officials living a better life, such as having mansions and eating chicken, duck and fish. But these expenses should be earned by their own right.
If you drink the blood of soldiers and rely on corruption to enjoy extravagantly, you are asking for death and will never be tolerated.
Of course, as part of his reward, Guo Dajing planned to use taxes from Liaodong and war seizures to provide better benefits to the soldiers.
In fact, the common people have a deep-rooted concept of hierarchy. In their hearts, they believe that it is only natural that those who serve as officials will have a better life than themselves.
As long as the common people have enough food and clothing, they will not be resentful or angry about officials living in big houses and eating a lot of meat.
But if food and clothing cannot be solved, public resentment will accumulate until it boils over, and people will not think about officials sharing the joys and sorrows with them.
Just like Chongzhen, he scrimped on food and clothing and was so poor that he urinated blood. But the people still rebelled against him and overthrew him for the sake of stuttering.
"Speaking of the decisive battle, the headquarters also issued a document. Everyone must also understand some of the principles and purposes." Guo Dajing stretched out his finger and emphasized again: "Killing the enemy is the first, and siege the city and plunder the territory is the second.
second."
"Jianlu has not yet realized this, or he is still taking chances. Dorgon has the intention to retreat to the north, but the resistance is huge."
"This is the most beneficial thing for our army. One battle will bring peace for more than ten years in the future. Unless the Jianlu are completely wiped out, they will no longer be harmful."
"Another point is that the Jurchen tribes who have done meritorious service must be treated strictly in accordance with the established policies and must not be killed indiscriminately. Although they can be regarded as accomplices of the Jianlu, for the long-term plan, it is necessary to divide and disintegrate."
Since other Jurchen tribes have been given the opportunity to make meritorious deeds, they should be consistent in their words and deeds. This is not only for the current Jianlu, but also for the Jianlu who have retreated to the north.
Similarly, this policy also applies to the various Mongolian tribes that are currently dependent on Jianlu. Under the rebellion and separation of relatives, the collapse of various forces in the Later Jin Dynasty has been accelerated, making it difficult for them to form bandit groups.
Regarding the surrendered Jurchen tribes, Guo Dajing also wanted to use them to become the vanguard of expanding territory to the north.
They are better able to adapt to the bitter cold climate and the Haixi Jurchens in the Songnen Plain and Heilongjiang Basin, and are better able to recruit them.
Maybe the generals did not fully understand Guo Dajing's plan for the future, but the military orders were overwhelming, and Guo Dajing already had the ability second only to Mao Wen
No one dares to defy the dragon's authority.
"Don't worry, Commander Guo." Shang Kexi assured Guo Dajing on behalf of the officers and soldiers of the China Association, "Disobeying orders will never happen to officers and soldiers of the China Association."
He Kegang smiled and said: "General Shang manages the army well and gives strict orders. Guo Shuai is just reminding him not to get jealous."
Guo Dajing smiled and said: "I have nothing to worry about the officers and men of the Chinese Association. Now that the inspection is here, you can feel free to express your expectations for the future and suggestions for policies."
It is not sincere enough to paint a big picture, and it is wrong to think that the policy is perfect. There will always be areas for improvement. Only by listening to the voices of the soldiers and solving practical difficulties will they gain more love and support.
After waiting for a while, the generals looked at each other in shock, but no one spoke.
"Shuai Guo has thought very carefully, and the policy of supporting the army has become more and more perfect in the past few years." Shang Ke said with a smile: "Both the soldiers and their families are well treated, and they no longer have any worries."
Guo Dajing smiled and said: "Retired officers and soldiers are taken care of by the government, and those who are serving should also have such an organization. If it is not convenient to talk in person, writing a letter will do."
With that said, he turned to Shang Kexi and said: "You specially arrange two documents and set up a suggestion box so that the soldiers have a place to submit letters. Open the box once every three days, put it together and report it to the headquarters."
"I will obey the order." Shang Ke happily bowed and accepted the order.
Guo Dajing leaned back in his chair and said in a deep voice: "I can't control other armies of the Ming Dynasty, but in the Dongjiang Army, the soldiers will never be allowed to bleed and shed tears. You must also remember this, so that the soldiers can have no worries.
Resentment."
The system and model of the Ming Dynasty's army, as well as the relationship between superiors and subordinates, have shown many shortcomings. In addition to insufficient money and food, the relationship between officers and soldiers is often very tense.
This is not what Guo Dajing wants to see, and the Dongjiang Army cannot have that kind of phenomenon. Although the decisive battle is imminent, for the sake of the stability of the army, further improvements and reforms must be postponed for a period of time.
In fact, with Guo Dajing's advocacy and strong support, Dongjiang Town has achieved treatment that is several times better than that of other Ming armies.
Martyrs Cemetery, Invalids Farm, which military town has the Ming Army? They are provided with benefits when they die, they are provided for when they are disabled, and they are treated for their injuries. These are things that the officers and soldiers of the Dongjiang Army a few years ago could never have dreamed of.
The pre-war inspection was both a morale booster and a check-up, allowing Guo Dajing to know what he was doing, to better command the battle, and possibly make some adjustments to the battle deployment.
In Houjin, Dorgon finally left Shenyang and went to inspect various front lines to re-evaluate the deployment of operations and the preparation of retreat routes.
The weather was very hot, but Dorgon's expression was peaceful, and he looked very relaxed and comfortable while riding on the horse.
There is no way, this is outside, to stabilize people's hearts, to let the soldiers and civilians see King Khan's calm appearance, even though the criticality of the situation is beyond Dorgon's expectation.
"King Khan, it is basically certain that the Dongjiang Army will launch an attack after the autumn harvest." Suk Saha was a horse's head behind. As soon as he received the urgent information, he reported it to Dorgon.
Dorgon looked calm, chin slightly, and said: "This time is not what I expected."
Normal operations were not only expected by Dorgon, but also by others.
Suk Saha continued to report: "Mao Wenlong reported to the court and filed a complaint against Zhu Dacheng, the governor of Shandong. He said that he was an associate of Yuan Chonghuan and that in order to vent his personal anger, he obstructed Dongjiang Town from purchasing supplies in Shandong and affected the great cause of Pingliao."
Dorgon sighed and said: "This is an opportunity to eradicate dissidents. If the Ming Dynasty wants to make Dongjiang Town work harder, Zhu Dacheng will be demoted to satisfy Mao Wenlong."
"This is a threat, Mingting will hold a grudge." Suk Saha said helplessly: "It's a pity, but it will not affect the actions of Dongjiang Town."
Dorgon pondered for a moment and said slowly: "That's not necessarily the case. As long as I, Dajin, unite sincerely, fight bravely, and crush Ping Liao's propaganda in Dongjiang Town, the Ming court's attitude may change."
As the saying goes, the greater the expectations, the greater the disappointment, and the punishment will be more severe.
Yuan Chonghuan is a good example. He once received unlimited support and trust from the emperor.
, but a detour into the border completely buried him.
The current situation in Dongjiang Town is similar. The imperial court is giving full support and the memorial must be accurate, but there are prerequisites and conditions.
Once the Liao Dynasty cannot be defeated as scheduled, or even suffers a disastrous defeat, the attitude of the court will change. Especially Chongzhen, who is eager for quick success and quick gain, is well known to everyone.
But even though Dorgon said this, he also knew in his heart that it would be quite difficult to crush this attack in Dongjiang Town.
Liaoyang is already a top priority and must not be lost. Because after retreating again and again, Liaoyang has become the only barrier to Shenyang.
Mao Wenlong may not work so hard. If he had the mentality of respecting himself as a bandit, he would have been able to give an account to the Ming court after capturing Anshan Station or even Liaoyang.
Perhaps the Dongjiang Army will stop military operations and continue to delay the process of Ping Liao in order to get more benefits from the court.
Dorgon thought this way, but did not dare to make such a judgment. It was too risky.