Gui Zi Scroll Chapter 653 Prepare with multiple hands to ensure complete victory
I have to leave after all.
After more than ten days of preparation, Feng Ziying was ready to leave for the north immediately.
As governor of Jiliao this time, he was going north by land.
Ji Town is the first stop.
Yang Yuan, the commander-in-chief of Jizhen, already had some health problems. He was an old man in his sixties. He was transferred from Datong to the commander-in-chief of Jizhen. This torment was also a test for him.
The imperial court felt a little regretful and should have allowed Yang Yuan to serve as an official earlier. In this way, Yang Yuan could also go home to recuperate and live a few more years.
With the current situation, Yang Yuan would have to die of illness while still in office, which was too unkind. Moreover, the commander-in-chief had just been changed, and it would be too imprudent to select a new officer.
"Yang Yuan has submitted his resignation. His body really can't bear it anymore. The Ministry of War has just received it and hasn't had time to report it to the cabinet."
When Feng Ziying went to say goodbye to Zhang Huaichang, Zhang Huaichang mentioned this matter.
"Misfortunes never come singly. Mr. Yang has worked hard for the country all his life. He has actually been ill since the end of the Imjin Japanese Rebellion. He has been carrying this for more than ten years. It is time for him to rest and the court should consider the follow-up."
Feng Ziying also nodded.
"I want to hear your opinion." Zhang Huaichang paused, "Zhisheng hasn't come back yet, so I also sent him a letter asking for his opinion."
"Mr. Huaichang, I no longer serve in the Ministry of War..." Feng Ziying scratched her head.
"Stop talking nonsense, I will ask for your opinion privately. Besides, you are also the governor of Jiliao. The selection of the general soldier of Jizhen is crucial to your next strategy of Liaodong. How dare you say that you don't pay attention to it?"
Zhang Huaichang glanced at Feng Ziying.
"Hey, if you want to say that, then I will recommend one, how about Qi Bingzhong? He is a cavalry officer, and he also learns how to use firearms very quickly. He is a talent. Of course, it would also be great if Liu Baichuan from Jiangbei is here. Liu Baichuan is here
Henan played very well, even Brother Zhisheng wrote a letter full of praise."
Feng Ziying thought for a while, "Actually, Ma Chengxun can do it, but the capital camp has just changed people, and I guess the court will not agree. Duke Huaichang, you and I both know that there are only a few military generals who can take on big responsibilities now, and many of them are
As soon as the adjustments are in place, you can't just take the lead and take the new post, right?"
Zhang Huaichang nodded silently.
Nowadays, there are only a few people who can truly shoulder the heavy responsibility and stand alone.
The most trusted one is You Shigong, who can be trusted no matter where he is, followed closely by Liu Dongyang, who has played a powerful role in Shanxi, Cao Wenzhao is not bad either, Liu Wei has not yet proven his ability to stand alone, Xiao Ruxun, Zhao Shu
Teachers, Chai Guozhu and He Shixian are experienced and qualified, but their performance is average.
Next, there are Mao Wenlong, Liu Baichuan, Qi Bingzhong, Ma Jinbao, He Renlong, You Shiwei, You Shilu, Duan Xirong, and Tu Wenxiu. The first two are new talents who have just emerged, and they are also in charge of Xiaobian Town.
The few people at the back can only be regarded as the backbone. At most, they are deputy commanders, and have not yet reached the position of being able to stand alone.
Feng Tang, Niu Jizong, and Wang Ziteng are all warriors of the older generation, and their ability and experience are no problem, but now it is absolutely impossible for the court to let them come out.
There was also Sun Shaozu who was not bad in ability, but in view of his performance, the court still had some doubts about using him. After Feng Ziying spent a lot of thought, he could only let him be the deputy commander-in-chief in Shanxi Town.
However, what Feng Ziying considered was that once Liu Dongyang came to Liaodong, Sun Shaozu could act as the commander-in-chief of Shanxi Town.
The imperial court also took great pains in the use of warriors, not allowing them to stay in one place for too long, otherwise there will be endless troubles. Li Chengliang is the precedent, but staying too short is also a problem. If you are not familiar with the situation, it is easy to get out of touch, and your combat effectiveness will be affected.
"I thought you were going to recommend He Renlong and Duan Xirong." Zhang Huaichang smiled.
"He Renlong is a little more impatient, but he is also very methodical in fighting, and he is ruthless and fierce. If it is Shanxi, Dongjiang, Jiangbei, Denglai and other less important border towns, it can be done, but Datong, Xuanfu, Liaodong
, border towns such as Ji Town, which are too important, still need two years of training."
Feng Ziying's evaluation is very pertinent, "Duan Xirong is a relative of my mother's side after all. He is capable, calm and sophisticated. He actually performed well in Datong Town, and he also performed very well in the position of Shanxi Dusi Commander and Commander. Brother Zhisheng
He was probably recommended to Duke Huaichang, right? But it's not suitable for me, and even if he wants to be promoted, he can only be a deputy commander, which is still a long way from being a commander."
The Duan brothers, Duan Xirong, Duan Xitai, Duan Xisheng and Duan Xichang all performed well.
Duan Xirong became the commander-in-chief of Shanxi Province, and he commanded the guards to cooperate with Sun Chengzong in fighting in Shanxi. Sun Chengzong had a good impression of him.
Duan Xitai went to Ganning Town and was promoted to staff general, becoming a direct descendant of He Shixian, while Duan Xisheng had also been promoted to Datong's guerrilla.
This big family is doing well in the military now, and of course this must have something to do with Feng Ziying.
Sun Chengzong did mention Duan Xirong in his letter to Zhang Huaichang, but he admired Liu Dongyang even more and believed that Liu Dongyang could be of great use.
However, if Liu Dongyang wanted to take over as the commander-in-chief of Jizhen, even if Zhang Huaichang agreed, the cabinet would not be able to pass it.
So after all the calculations, Qi Bingzhong proposed by Feng Ziying may be more reliable. He is loyal after all. He has been guarding the northwest for many years and worked hard step by step. However, he did not catch a good opportunity in the last round and added Gan Ning.
The two towns were merged and Guyuan Town was abolished, so it was delayed.
"Well, Qi Bingzhong can consider it, but when do you plan to adjust the Liaodong side?" Zhang Huaichang is more concerned about the Liaodong side. He knows Feng Ziying's plan.
"We will try to carry out a round of adjustments next autumn. Zhao Lejiao, Du Song, and the Zu brothers may all adjust to Datong and Xuanfu border towns one after another. However, it is not appropriate to complete the adjustment in one step. In the first half of next year, I want to change some less
Stable mid-level military attachés, such as guerrilla and garrison personnel, should be the focus of Li Yongfang's infiltration and bribery."
Feng Ziying expressed her opinion: "Of course, it does not mean that everything must be replaced, but part of it must be replaced. Everything will be determined based on the actual situation."
"Well, you make your own decision about who to choose to go to Liaodong." Zhang Huaichang stroked his beard and said, "Liu Dongyang is actually very good. He is brave in fighting and is accustomed to using surprise troops. To deal with the Jurchens in Jianzhou, we need such a general.
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Unexpectedly, Zhang Huaichang also admired Liu Dongyang so much, which surprised Feng Ziying. It seemed that this guy had caught the eye of the senior officials in the first battle in Shanxi. It was a pity that the Ningxia Rebellion had left a mark on this guy. Even if Zhang Huaichang was optimistic about him, it was very difficult for him to do so.
It is difficult to gain approval from the cabinet.
"Mr. Huaichang, I have this consideration. When the time comes, Liu Dongyang will be appointed as the commander-in-chief of Liaodong. With me in charge of Liaodong, the court will be able to rest assured. If Liu Dongyang is allowed to go to Xuanfu, Datong, or even Jizhen, I guess the court will feel uneasy.
Now, please help me talk to Duke Liuji, Duke Daofu, and Duke Mingqi first, and I will go talk to Master Qi and the officials when the time comes."
Feng Ziying let out a breath, "Time waits for us not. We can't give the Jianzhou Jurchens too much breathing space. We must catch them and beat them hard so that they can't slow down. The other thing is Dongjiang Town. I intend to let Deng Lai Town do it now."
We have begun to move towards Dongjiang Town Shipping, and the first battle will begin from Liaonan to hold back the Jianzhou Jurchens."
Zhang Huaichang also knew that it was not easy to persuade the princes in the imperial court, but he was still prepared to work hard before retiring from office.
He is from Liaodong, but now he can only settle in the capital city. One day, he hopes that he can travel to his hometown in Liaodong during his lifetime, and there will no longer be the threat of foreign invasion.
After receiving accurate information from Zhang Huaichang, Feng Ziying felt relieved. With the help of Liu Dongyang, Cao Wenzhao, Mao Wenlong and others in military preparations, Feng Ziying was confident that she no longer had anything to worry about.
Now all that's left is logistics.
The imperial court's financial resources were limited. Even if it tried its best to support itself, it could not ignore the overall situation. On this point, Feng Ziying preferred to be prepared, so he summoned merchants from Shanxi, Shaanxi and Jiangnan, as well as salt merchants.
No one knows the resources of Liaodong better than him. Whether it is coal or iron, there is no shortage in Liaodong.
Today's Liaodong has all the conditions except for its small population. Feng Ziying has already surveyed the area from Anshan to Benxi. Anshan is now called Anshanyi, which itself is Dongningwei (Liaoyang) - Haizhouwei (Haicheng) -
- Gaizhouwei (Gaixian) - Jinzhouwei (Dalian) is on the choke point, very close to Liaoyang.
Liaodong has a small population, but the population around Liaoyang is relatively dense. Of course, there are mainly soldiers and soldiers here.
Feng Ziying's idea is to carry out construction and layout along the line from Liaoyang, Anshanyi, Haizhou to Liaohekou and Jinzhouwei. Whether it is Shanxi, Hebei or Henan, some of the rebel prisoners will be transported directly to Liaodong, and then he wants to
The method is to relocate part of the people from Shandong, so that the southern part of the Liaodong Peninsula can be built into an industrial and agricultural base for the future development of Liaodong.
The exploration of coal and iron resources in Anshan has been discussed with the Shanxi-Shaanxi Chamber of Commerce, Jiangnan merchants and salt dealers. Under the temptation of ensuring that resources, production capacity and sales will reach or even surpass the Gyeonggi Coal and Iron Complex, no businessman can refuse.
Feng Ziying even explicitly proposed to build a railway track from Liaoyang - Anshanyi - Haizhouwei - Niuzhuang. This is a 200-mile railway. By then, supplies from the south can be landed at Niuzhuang Wharf, using
Horse-drawn trains can be transported directly to Liaoyang in one day and one night, which is five times faster than traveling by land or water now, and transportation costs will also be significantly reduced.
This railway alone will require a huge amount of iron material, enough to absorb the production capacity of the Anshan coal-iron complex within one or two years.
Feng Ziying even showed the businessmen her own hand-drawn sketches of railroad tracks and sleepers, which also aroused great shock among the businessmen.
This is much bolder than some of the original designs in Yongping Mansion.
