Chapter 221 on the ideological construction of the army
Since the Battle of Huanzhou, the relationship between the Song Dynasty and Dangxiang has taken a turn for the worse. There have been back and forths between the two sides, but overall the Song Dynasty has suffered heavy losses. No matter how Ye An suppressed Dangxiang when he was in the northwest, the Battle of Huizhou almost destroyed the Song Dynasty.
The favorable situation that Song had originally occupied was instantly reversed.
Since that battle, Dangxiang has always suppressed the Song Dynasty. Dangxiang is a small foreign country and a vassal of the Song Dynasty. There is nothing wrong with it even if it loses the war, but the Song Dynasty cannot do that!
Zhengshuo of the Han family, who was a dignified man, was defeated by a barbarian from the northwest and lost his armor. He plundered the border areas and lost all his dignity in terms of dignity. How did the people of the world view this?
On a deeper level, this will inevitably affect the relationship between Song, Liao and Xia. If Dangxiang defeated the Song Dynasty, the Liao people would support Dangxiang for the purpose of containment.
The situation in the Song Dynasty was always the game of the Three Kingdoms, but most people only focused on the party in front of them.
Without the support of the Liao Dynasty, without the secret affirmation of the Liao Dynasty, would Li Yuanhao dare to establish a country and proclaim himself emperor so blatantly?
The more the Song Dynasty declined, the greater the conflict between Dangxiang and the Song Dynasty, which was more beneficial to Ganliang. However, Ye An thought over and over again and decided to take the risk and send troops to seize the two states of Shagua.
First of all, this was a rare opportunity. Song and Xia were wary of each other, and when they were ready to attack, it happened to be when Dangxiang's defenses in the west were relaxed. At this time, even if he captured the two Shagua states, Li Yuanhao would not easily send troops to attack Ganliang.
They have been waiting for the Song Dynasty to send troops instead of sending troops first.
Secondly, Ye An is also testing whether the new army that has replaced a large number of firearms can stand in the world. Although firearms were used in previous wars, the number of equipment was limited, and neither the tactics nor the advantages were obvious. This time it is
The battle between the Western Lie Army and the Huaiyuan Army was carried out after they were equipped with firearms on a large scale. The valuable experience and various data gained from this battle alone made him happy.
War is not something that can be started casually, especially such a large-scale siege. The battle reports of the two commanders Guan Wanshan and Ding Xiaoyi were immediately sent to Ye An.
Then Qin Mumu hid in the study room of the Hou Mansion with him for a whole day and did not come out. Even the food was sent by Xuan'er herself. Chen Lin didn't know what the content of the letter was, but he was too lazy to ask now.
This world no longer belongs to him, and he just wants to grow old in the Marquis Mansion.
Unknowingly, Chen Lin regarded this place as his home, and after receiving Zhao Zhen's unreasonable order, he gave up his responsibilities and completely turned himself into a bystander.
"Do you think it's possible that the data of Ding Xiaoyi and Guan Wanshan are falsified?"
When Ye An closed the battle report, Qin Mumu finally let out a long breath that he had held in his chest, and then asked his own questions. Ye An shook his head slightly: "Impossible, the battle report was not written by the two of them, but by the two of them.
There is nothing more authentic and trustworthy than this first-hand account written by a military supervisor."
Qin Mumu trembled for a moment, then looked at Ye An and said: "I finally understand why you are always so confident. With the fighting power of the Western Lie Army and the Huaiyuan Army, let alone the Dangxiang people, even the Song and Liao Dynasties
They are not all enemies. After large-scale equipment of firearms, both the confidence and combat power of the army have been qualitatively improved. That huge psychological advantage is enough to make them feel like they are in a favorable situation in every war.
, the more you fight, the more confident you become, the more you fight, the stronger your fighting power becomes, and the higher your fighting spirit becomes!”
Putting a thick coat on Qin Mumu, Ye An shook his head and said with a smile: "Confidence is important on the battlefield, but the roles of Ding Xiaoyi and Guan Wanshan, and even Xu Yongzhang and Feng Dachang are also very important. Needless to say, Xu Yongzhang takes charge of himself.
After the Imperial City Division, I have been following me, and Feng Dachang is also an excellent instructor. The two of them cooperated with Ding Xiaoyi and Guan Wanshan, and they have built the Xilie Army and the Huaiyuan Army into an iron barrel. The combat literacy and thinking of the two armies are very good.
It has reached a new height, which is not comparable to the army in this world. This is also thanks to the guiding ideology you set at the beginning. Now it seems that you think these two armies are under our control?"
Qin Mumu nodded slowly, but then said: "Will the contents of this battle report appear on the official's desk and in the court?"
"No, if the real thing is sent, how can Pei Chengwen ask for pensions, money and food from the court? And how will the court view these two armies?
This battle showed the majesty of the imperial court. Not only did they win a great victory, but they also captured two Sugua states. Moreover, Ding Xiaoyi was still sending troops to the west. Shazhou was close at hand. Changle City was probably captured. Do you think the imperial court
How can there not be a heavy reward? This has restored the strength of the Han family's hunting in the northwest and the military garrison in Yumen. If such a huge contribution is made, it can be justified without a heavy reward? "
"So the memorial written by Pei Chengwen described the Xi Lie Army and the Huaiyuan Army in a very miserable way..."
Ye An leaned back on the chair easily, took his wife's slim waist and leaned over comfortably and said: "That's for sure, and what we have to worry about is that the officials will use this victory to promote Pei Chengwen Wenming.
Remove the sweetness and coolness."
"Are you not worried at all? Pei Chengwen is our confidant in Ganliang. If... ugh..." Qin Mumu couldn't help but rolled her eyes as she swatted away Ye An's erratic hand.
Ye An pretended to be angry and pursed his lips: "Do you think it makes any difference who goes to Ganliang now? The whole Ganliang is a piece of iron, and Pei Chengwen is the same whether he is there or not. Even if the imperial court orders him to be transferred,
One day he will come back in glory. Don't forget that the entire Ganliang government has been integrated, and ideological reform has never stopped. Suddenly, a prefect came from the imperial court, and he was about to rob everyone.
Who can pay for the fruits of years of hard work? It won’t work even if Lu Yijian is sent!"
Qin Mumu suddenly realized, and then stood up and said: "It's spring this year, and it's still so cold. I saw Gu Dayou wearing his tattered cotton-padded clothes yesterday. Didn't I give him a few new sets of cotton-padded clothes? How come these soldiers are reluctant to wear them?
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Ye An was slightly startled, then smiled bitterly and said: "My wife and children have been sent to Ganliang. These guys feel at ease, but they can't get rid of their frugal habits. Uncle Ge San often scolds it, but it doesn't work. You don't care."
What are these for!"
Qin Mumu shook his head slightly: "Xinlingfang is a wealthy place in Tokyo. If they wear too shabby clothes, it will be a disgrace to you, the Lord of Yunzhong. I heard that the veterans of the Cao family are all wearing silk clothes."
Cotton cardigan..."
"That's necessary. We have to show the world the pampered side of the Cao family. They are already relatives and can still lead the army. What do you think it means for the Cao family to keep a low profile at this time? That is not cautious, but pretentious!
Our family is different. We have to give people a sense of dilapidation and let people feel that our family is in decline. This year we will do nothing but one thing: transfer the technical talents, account books, money, and even the Puhui Company in Tokyo.
You don’t have to give up the factories in Zhuangzi outside the city, but you must try every means to send Ganliang. No matter how much it costs, no matter how high the salary is, it is no longer a matter of money at this time. As for recruiting new people to fill the vacancies, we
The family’s right to control the business name may soon be gone!”
Seeing Ye An's solemn look, Qin Mumu nodded in agreement. In her opinion, Zhao Zhen would not attack her family so quickly. It would be too ugly to look like this.
Besides, the current imperial court is not short of money, and will only take action against Puhui Company if forced.
But unlike Qin Mumu, Ye An had heard that Xia Song had gone to Zhao Zhen to ask for an order to let the Tian family take control of the Puhui business, and to use money from Zuozang's treasury to provide huge compensation to the Yunzhong County Marquis Mansion.
This guy has always been extremely smart, and he is one of the few people in the Song Dynasty who can understand the economic laws. Ye An must make preparations in advance.