There was not only Mao Wenlong in Dongjiang Town, but also the young and energetic Guo Dajing, who fought without mercy and killed Jianqi with incomparable ferocity.
Dorgon sighed secretly, basically disillusioned, but he still had to maintain his superficial composure.
Unless the Dongjiang Army's operations are interrupted due to lack of combat supplies, or other unexpected circumstances occur.
"We must continue to relocate the old, weak, women and children in the clan, and be prepared just in case." Dorgon ordered Suk Saha in a deep voice, "During the autumn harvest, they will not be able to contribute much; if the war fails, they will become
The drag of retreat.”
A group of people were moved before spring plowing. In order to reduce the pressure, Dorgon secretly ordered that several more groups were moved out in the past few months.
But the labor force still has to be left behind, including the strong women, who still have to rely on them during the autumn harvest. The army is tightly restrained, and I am afraid that not many people can be mobilized.
Grain and grass supplies are also extremely important to Jianlu. Without material support, how can we maintain the confrontation with the Dongjiang Army? Without food, Jianlu will lose without a fight.
Suksaha bowed his head and agreed, feeling helpless and miserable in his heart.
No matter how secretly it is done, it cannot be kept secret for too long. The other flags have long known that it is only based on the principle of voluntariness. Whether to move or not depends on the decision of the flag owner.
It is certain that people's hearts will fluctuate, but this is also inevitable. It is better to prepare in advance than to act hastily.
As long as there are still people around, even if Liaodong is lost, there is still a chance for a comeback. Anyway, Liaodong was snatched away by them.
But there are many bannermen who are unwilling to give up Liaochen and do not want to return to the bitter cold land in the north. Young banner owners like Mandahai are even more reluctant to leave the prosperous place.
Of course, Dorgon also knew the serious consequences of a sudden withdrawal from Liaoshen. The Houjin Group would fall apart, and the Mongolian tribes would become disloyal, leaving only the complaining Manchus and die-hard traitors who could follow them to the death.
To put it bluntly, he was in a dilemma and very contradictory. He did it despite knowing that he couldn't do it, but he still had a sense of luck.
The roadside is full of green, and the crops are growing very well, giving people a lush and vibrant feeling. People working in the fields knelt down and worshiped when they saw the banner of the Khan.
Dorgon was in a better mood, giving instructions and talking to his followers.
If we can successfully survive the autumn harvest, we will be a few percent more confident in the confrontation with the Dongjiang Army. Without food, Hou Jin will be starved to death.
"This year is going very well." Ning Wan and I said while picking up good words: "The enemy must have gained a lot, but they are expanding their army and recruiting immigrants, so there should be a shortage of food and supplies. If you want to continue fighting,
, it’s extremely difficult.”
Dorgon knew that this was to comfort him. The population of the Dongjiang Army continued to increase, which in itself was an increasing pressure. Hou Jin also wanted to have strength with a large number of people. He wanted to farm, produce and fight without delay, but he couldn't do it!
"Yuan Chonghuan boasted that Liao would be pacified in five years, and Dongjiang Town went a step further, using three years as bait to get the court's full support." Dorgon said slowly: "Now it is even more serious, and Liao will be pacified within one year."
Dorgon sneered twice and said: "As long as we can withstand the Qiuhou attack in Dongjiang Town, the Ming court's attitude will change drastically. Mao Wenlong will end up even more tragic than Yuan Chonghuan."
There are two parts of this truth, and the rest is all venting and cursing. As for whether he can withstand the fierce attack, Dorgon secretly relocated the population, which already shows his lack of confidence.
However, you still have to say harsh words, so that your subordinates can listen to them, which can also boost their morale and show the foresight of the Khan King.
Comforting oneself, bragging about oneself. To put it bluntly, it is to encourage oneself. Dorgon and others all know how bad the current situation is.
Not far from Liaoyang, Hauge and Azig led the generals out of the city to greet him. Dorgon encouraged and praised him and entered Liaoyang City accompanied by everyone.
Without going to the arranged accommodation, Dorgon immediately led his people to the city to inspect the construction of the fortifications.
Blocking the city with trenches prevents the Dongjiang Army's long-range artillery from hitting the city directly. This is the main purpose of Jianlu's defense. At the same time, the trenches are used to weaken the damage of enemy artillery and engage in hand-to-hand combat with the enemy.
Outside the city, trenches stretched vertically and horizontally, with a thickness of three to four miles. On top of the city, large and small artillery pieces were deployed, with their black muzzles pointing toward the outside of the city.
"If all the soldiers and civilians in the city are mobilized, there will be more than 30,000 people." Although Hauge was full of resentment towards this uncle, he had to bow his head under the low eaves.
What's more, he is well aware of the situation in Houjin. Now, it is not the time for internal strife. On the surface, Hauge is reckless and impulsive, but in fact he is a hesitant and indecisive guy.
In history, when competing with Dorgon for the throne, he made this mistake. He held the powerful two yellow flags in his hands and had a good reputation, but he lost the throne. In the end, he was tortured to death by Dorgon.
There are less than 20,000 Eight Banners troops in Liaoyang City, but when it comes to being besieged and fighting to the death, all the residents have to go to the city to help in the battle.
To the north of Liaoyang, between Liaoshen and Shenyang, there are still 20,000 elite troops stationed to contain internal and external attacks or coordinate operations.
"In order to prevent enemy artillery bombardment and arson damage in the city, the roofs will be wetted with water during war." Hauge continued to introduce the defense of Liaoyang City, "The warehouses of grain, grass and ammunition have also been arranged for fire protection to minimize losses.
"
Dorgon nodded slightly and praised: "You have experienced hundreds of battles and have rich experience. I have already seen the layout of Liaoyang City, and you are very thoughtful."
Pointing to the trench outside the city, Dorgon continued: "Metal combat is the strength of our Jianzhou warriors. As long as the damage of enemy artillery is reduced, the enemy will surely fall into a brutal fight and blood will flow like a river."
Hauge pondered for a moment and said: "When it comes to fighting, the key lies in the number of troops. The enemy has the upper hand in terms of troops, and this battle is very difficult to fight."
Of course it is difficult to fight, but Dorgon has no choice. Although he has managed to piece together the strength to confront Dongjiang Town, relaxing the age limit will inevitably lead to a decrease in overall combat effectiveness.
"As long as we unite as one, we, Dajin, will definitely be able to defeat the Dongjiang Army." Dorgon encouraged without any nutrition: "A batch of artillery will be shipped to Shenyang soon, and Han soldiers who will man the artillery. Horqin and other troops will also send troops to help.
It will be greatly compensated in terms of military strength.”
Hauge nodded. It would be useless to say more. The battle of Liaoyang, where a large number of elites were concentrated, was a battle of life and death. If the enemy came to Shenyang, they would have basically been defeated, and it would not matter whether they defended or not.
"It's good to have a counterattack channel instead of a tight defense." Dorgon further praised the defensive arrangement and said: "If the enemy dares to surround them on all sides, they will fall into a trap. With the troops thinly divided, they will
Create conditions for our army to launch a fierce counterattack."
If you can use the maneuverability and impact of the cavalry to seize the opponent's weaknesses and deliver a powerful blow, Jianlu will certainly not let it go.
This is what Hauge and other defenders thought, so that they would have the confidence to station in Liaoyang. If they were surrounded ten times, it was obvious that the Dongjiang Army would not only be unable to do it ten times, but it would also be very difficult to do it two or three times.
If you are not greedy enough and want to encircle and annihilate your troops, your troops will be spread out in all directions and your troops will appear weak. Attacking from both front and back, or choosing a weak spot to counterattack, it is really possible for the enemy to completely collapse.
Therefore, Hauge had no idea of living or dying with the city. He also believed that if it was difficult to hold on, it would be possible to return the city intact.
Hauge grinned and said: "We, the Jianzhou Warriors, have advantages in riding, shooting, and melee combat. Although the enemy's firepower is strong, there are still opportunities for our army to show off."
Dorgon nodded his head in agreement, and did not hesitate to praise him. He also rewarded Hauge and other generals who defended the city with a lot of property. This was a proper step during the inspection. To boost the morale of the army, you cannot just rely on red lips and white teeth.
However, compared to Dongjiang Town's post-war preferential treatment policy, Jianlu only focused on the army, but not for all soldiers and civilians, let alone for long-term planning.
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Wealth will always be spent, but for the common people, land is an occupation that can last for generations, even for generations.
A better life, a more secure and prosperous life is not far away. As long as Liaodong is pacified, we can finally get it.
Undoubtedly, for the soldiers and people of Dongjiang Town, this is a great cause worth paying for, contributing to, and bleeding and sacrificing for.
Han Zhong turned the horse's head again, and when he looked back, he could no longer see the shadow of his wife and children. His eyes became firm, and he galloped away into the distance.
The last vacation before the war left him with not only the tenderness of his wife, but also the obedience, respect and closeness of his children. It also made him realize the value of struggle and the significance of bloody battlefields.
From the initial desire to seek revenge or make a living by joining the army, to now seeking the welfare of himself and his descendants, the sublimation of his ideology made Han Zhong full of strength.
Also encouraged were the Liaodong troops who were undergoing review by Guo Dajing.
As the last stop of his inspection in Liaodong, Guo Dajing stopped briefly in Fengcheng, Zhenjiang and other places to inspect the training and preparation of the rear association, special operations battalion and other troops, and held a combat meeting of all generals at Zhenjiang Fort.
The situation is satisfactory and the confidence is firm. The Liaodong Corps will launch an offensive at Lianshanguan, Pingdingshan, and Gushan Six Forts, and conquer Benxi and Crow Pass, thereby creating a favorable situation for attacking Liaoyang in the east and Shenyang in the north.
Judging from intelligence from all parties, Liaoyang was the top priority for Jianlu's defense, where most of the main forces were assembled. However, in the Lianshanguan line of defense in Liaodong, Jianlu had less than 20,000 troops, and they were scattered everywhere.
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"Lianshanguan is the focus of Jianlu's defense in Liaodong. There are almost 10,000 elite troops stationed there. The total strength of the Liaodong Corps is close to 40,000. Although it is likely to be crushed, I have other plans. Don't rush to attack."
Breaking through Lianshanguan is equivalent to breaking through the center of the Jianlu defense line, and you can continue to attack Benxi. Then you have two options, attack Liaoyang in the west and Shenyang in the north.
But Guo Dajing wanted to stabilize the Jianlu in the Liaoshen area and did not want to push too hard. Breaking through Lianshan Pass would definitely shake up the Jianlu and even affect Dorgon's next battle plan.
"General Kong, General Fan, lead your troops to approach Lianshan Pass. Don't rush to attack, and firmly contain Jianlu's defenders."
Kong Youde's Houxie and Fan Hualong's flying cavalry, 20,000 against 10,000, can be invincible. If they attack with all their strength, there is even hope of conquering Lianshan Pass.
"More than 20,000 special operations battalions and Korean volunteers penetrated and attacked from the Kuandian area to the north. They first captured the Six Forts of Gushan, and then moved westward along the Taizi River to attack Benxi and outflank the retreat of the Lianshanguan defenders."
Except for the elite Jianlu garrisoned at Lianshanguan, the defenders in other places were either older or still young, and their combat effectiveness was far behind.
Including the 18,000 men and horses left behind in Shenyang, 70,000 was already the entire strength of the Jianlu troops after mobilization. However, in terms of actual combat strength, it was only equivalent to the 30,000 to 40,000 in its heyday.
Of course, Jianlu shifted from attack to defense and defended the city and key passes. To a certain extent, it was able to make up for the embarrassment and cover up the bad situation.
Guo Dajing turned to Kong Youde and Fan Dalin and said with a smile: "To contain the Jianlu, we must also prepare for their counterattack. At the same time, we must prepare for a general attack. After the friendly forces are outflanked, we will launch a thunderous strike to break through the barrier in the shortest time."
Kong Youde bowed and cupped his hands and said: "The last general will save it. After establishing a firm position, attack the trenches outside the city so that the artillery can exert its power at any time, just waiting for the friendly forces to outflank them."
The most powerful weapon for attacking the city was artillery. Most of the Hongyi cannons on the navy ships were removed and distributed to various troops. More than twenty cannons took turns to bombard the enemy city, which was enough to destroy the enemy city.
Although mortars and rockets have a long range, their destructive power against city walls is far from enough.
Of course, this is mainly due to the fact that there is no reliable detonation fuse and only a delay fuze can be used.
However, we can still expect hundreds of artillery shells or rockets to cause damage to enemies in the city and destroy houses and warehouses.
The strength of the various associations of the Dongjiang Army did not increase significantly, but the artillery force accounted for more than a thousand people, and there were two to three hundred artillery pieces of various types.
Even the cavalry battalion, which is a mixture of flying cavalry and lance cavalry, carries a considerable number of rockets, and can project up to two hundred rockets at a time.
This is a complete and complete victory based on firepower. Whether it is attacking a city or fighting with Jianlu cavalry in the field, the main tone is indiscriminate bombing.
Feng Xijian smiled and said: "Since General Kong said this, our army will definitely not dare to keep General Kong waiting for a long time."
Guo Dajing nodded and said: "This is just the current battle plan, and it may be adjusted. After all, the enemy situation will also change, and we can't be desperate for a sword."
"But there is one thing." Guo Dajing emphasized: "As long as we are fully prepared and as long as we have strong combat power, no matter how the Jianlu in decline changes, it will be difficult to change their fate."
The order of launching a general attack is also very particular. First, the main force in southern Liaoning conquers Anshan Post, and then the troops go to the foot of Liaoyang City to kill the largest group of captives, and wait for the opportunity for the navy to penetrate and cut off the enemy's retreat.
Then came the military operation in Liaodong. The special operations battalion and the Korean army first outflanked the enemy, while Kong Youde's troops contained the enemy defenders at Lianshan Pass.
From the perspective of the goals to be achieved, these are two encirclement and annihilation battles, and the targets are the two large groups of captives in southern Liaoning and eastern Liaoning.
If successful, the Jianlu forces would have suffered a devastating blow. Even if Dorgon led his troops to flee north immediately, the remaining Jianlu forces would not pose a threat in the short term.