Checks and balances are a method, an effective and time-honored method. This method is not only used by the superiors, but also by the subordinates.
Zhu Yongxing started his career in a corner of the southwest, relying on the remnants of the Daxi Army. Naturally, the generals of the original Daxi Army also rose with the tide. This situation actually has historical roots. The three kings of Qin, Jin, and Shu, and then King Gongchang, etc., because Yongli
Taking refuge in the Daxi Army, the generals of the Daxi Army generally held high positions. However, another once vigorous peasant army, the Dashun Army, could not hold the position of prince due to its strength and other reasons.
In the battle of the rise, the Ming army, with the former Daxi Army as the main body, achieved great results. Younger generations such as Bai Wenxuan, Ma Bao, the Duke, Lian, Li Sixing, Ma Zide, and Wei Junzhong also led the army alone, and their future was bright.
Brightness. Of course, this was obtained through military exploits and loyalty. Zhu Yongxing knew rewards and punishments clearly and did not want to suppress him.
The thirteen Kuidong families, with the former Dashun Army as the main body, were resolute in resisting the Qing Dynasty. Although they were weak in strength, Zhu Yongxing still united with them with sincerity and grace, and provided generous help. In terms of titles, promotions
A prince will not let him have the mentality of being discriminated against or a dwarf, but he can also have unified leadership, which is more conducive to combat.
After this, the Wu army surrendered, also represented by Prince Wu Sangui, which was considered a balanced approach to the three major factions in the Ming army.
Although Zhu Yongxing does not want to have any factions, he has been trying to use the unified concept of the Ming Army to dilute the root problems of the army, and use a series of methods to dilute or integrate the composition of the various armies. But he also knows that some balance is necessary.
For example, by giving Liu Tichun the title of prince, the generals who came from the Dashun Army would not feel discriminated against. The same should be true for those who were originally from the Wu Army because Wu Sangui was in a high position.
Obviously, for wise ministers, keeping the monarch from being suspicious is the most important thing. For example, King Li Dingguo of Jin made his position clear at critical moments and only took the preservation of Yongli as the bottom line; for example, Wu Sangui, although he served in the staff headquarters, his son-in-law
He led an army alone and was careful to have few contacts. Especially when it came to the military arrangements of the Dang Shuo army, he was even more cautious, lest the emperor think that he had selfish intentions.
What is gratifying is that several armies with different origins are trying their best to downplay the camp they originally belonged to. The Daxi Army came from such a background to avoid being called "thieves" anymore; the Dashun Army is even more like this, and the Jiashen Rebellion has always been
It was the most taboo thing for them; the same was true for Wu Jun. After all, he had fought for the Manchus, captured many places, and killed many officials and people of the original Ming Dynasty.
Under such a mentality, obedience is the only choice. This allows Zhu Yongxing to firmly control the army and make each branch have a firm control over the army by continuously sending officers who graduated from martial arts halls to various ministries, or randomly transferring officers with different backgrounds.
The military has gradually diluted or forgotten its original history.
King Li Dingguo of Jin and King Liu Tichun of Zheng were not only two senior generals of the Ming army, but also representative figures belonging to the two peasant armies. However, both of them tried their best to put aside history and conduct the meeting and discussions in their current capacities.
It's military affairs.
"With the strength of our army, we should be able to make arrangements to wipe out the enemy." Liu Tichun is the commander of the army. He is also ranked as the king of one word. In theory, he is equal to the king of Jin Li Dingguo. Therefore, he can be more polite but
There is no need to be humble and give your suggestions.
For this joint operation, it would be Zhu Yongxing's ignorance if he did not appoint a coach and relied on harmonious negotiation to reach a unified decision. However, the titles of the two parties made it difficult for him to decide on a high or a low level, so he adopted a compromise approach.
, he directly dispatched Qi Sansheng, the Duke of Lu State, who served as the general staff similar to an imperial envoy. He unified the command with the nature of a three-person military regiment.
Li Dingguo, the king of Jin, obviously agreed with Liu Tichun's suggestion. It was advantageous to occupy the territory on three sides and suppress the Qing army, but it also gave the Qing army a way to retreat. Conquering Baoning was naturally the most certain, but he did not dare to expect the results.
"In my opinion, only two divisions are needed to block Jiameng Pass in the north and Liangshan Pass in the east, completely cutting off the retreat route of the Qing army into Shaanxi." Li Dingguo expressed his approval of Liu Tichun, "Bao Ning Qing
The army is only 20,000, and our siege force is twice as strong as the enemy's. We will choose the weakest one to attack and we will defeat it."
"Large siege, but don't divide the troops when attacking the city?" Qi Sansheng understood what Li Dingguo meant, which was not to annihilate the enemy in Baoning, but to expand the battlefield so that the Qing army would have no way to retreat even if it escaped Baoning.
, "This is a safe way. In fact, I also hope to annihilate the Qing army in one fell swoop and prevent the Qing army from rushing into Shaanxi. But the Holy One has always been cautious and focused on stability. Of course, the Holy One has also told us to seize the opportunity if there is one.
Look, both princes are famous generals who have experienced battles for a long time. The situation on the frontline is changing rapidly, so there is no need to stick to the plan."
"The Holy One is wise." Liu Tichun cupped his hands to the east, and then asked, "What do you mean by the Duke?"
"Since the two princes have judged this way, I naturally have no objection." Qi Sansheng said with a smile: "If the two princes agree, I will only use my ears and not my mouth; if the two princes have difficulty in making a decision, then I will do it myself
I don’t know what I can do, just give me a few superficial opinions.”
"Haha, the Duke is too self-effacing." Jin Wang Li Dingguo did not show the slightest contempt or entrustment because Qi Sansheng was his old subordinate. After all, Qi Sansheng came from the General Staff, and perhaps it was Zhu Yongxing who personally told him
Those who have confessed may have something like a secret order on them.
"It's not self-effacing, it's the Holy One who said this." Qi Sansheng shook his head slightly and said solemnly: "Although the Holy One has experienced many battles and is wise and heroic, he often talks about the shortcomings of remote command. Therefore, the Great Master
Plans are often crude, leaving room for flexibility for frontline generals."
"Your Majesty is truly a wise king through the ages." Jin King Li Dingguo complimented and said euphemistically: "The original Northern Expedition general offensive was supposed to be in the spring of next year. I wonder if there has been any change now?"
"There has indeed been a change." Qi Sansheng patted the map on the table, pointed and said: "The accumulation of supplies is faster than expected. If it is a general offensive, it has actually started now. Jianghuai, Shandong have formed a pincer attack
To advance northward along the canal; first capture Baoning from the southwest, and then force troops to force Hanzhong. During the intervening period, depending on the mobilization of the Qing army, the Shuo army can be deployed on the battlefield in Shaanxi or Henan; use Jiaodong as the base, advance to Liaodong, seize the island first, and then land on land.
The main direction of attack may be in Lushun..."
With Qi Sansheng's explanation, the entire counterattack situation became clear in front of the eyes of King Li Dingguo of Jin and King Liu Tichun of Zheng, letting them know the relationship between the southwest battlefield and the overall situation, and how to better coordinate the operation. (To be continued, please search
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