Stabilizing the northwest, so that Datang can avoid worries and not have to fall into passivity in terms of topography and strategy, this is Su Dawei's insight into all this from the perspective of a traverser.And for Li Zhi, there is a more important choice.That's Liaodong.The conquest of Liaodong and the pacification of Goguryeo were political considerations.When Taizong Li Shimin was alive, he had already put the elimination of Goguryeo on the agenda, and he conquered Liao several times, and also made a lot of gains.It's just that he hasn't reached his highest strategy to pacify Goguryeo, so Taizong said that there was no victory in the conquest of Liao.In fact, it was not that there were no victories, but tactical victories, and the strategic goals had not yet been achieved.In the later period of Zhenguan, Taizong had been sending generals to harass Goguryeo, so that it could not resume production with peace of mind.As a result, Goguryeo's national power was greatly weakened, and it was no longer the regional hegemon of the Sui Dynasty.Before Taizong's death, he was planning to conquer Goguryeo again, wanting to completely eliminate the Central Plains, a powerful enemy in the north, during his lifetime.It's a pity that the last day is not a holiday.The conquest of Goguryeo was delayed.By the time of the current Li Zhi Dynasty, Li Zhi's throne was not easy to obtain, he was the youngest son, and the two elder brothers on his head were known as virtuous names, and he was once a big favorite to compete for the throne.In the end, Taizong was moved by the eldest grandson Wuji, and in order to avoid another human tragedy such as the "Xuanwumen Change", he appointed the youngest son-in-law Li Zhi as the crown prince.But Li Zhi has always been known for his "weakness and filial piety".After ascending the throne, throughout the Yonghui period, he was overwhelmed by powerful ministers like the eldest grandson Wuji.Although the situation has been reversed in the past two years, it has just achieved a great victory in pacifying the Western Turks.But for Li Zhi, he still needs to win on another battlefield to prove himself.What could be more convincing than completing Taizong's uncontested career?
What's more, if the Tang Dynasty does not send troops at this time, according to the intelligence of Sanhan, Silla has lost dozens of cities in a row, and nearly half of the country's territory has fallen.If you don't pull it again, this little brother of Silla is afraid that he will really lie down.Compared with Tubo and Tuyuhun, Datang is more concerned about the situation on the peninsula, which is the inertia of history.Whoever called the Great Sui of the previous dynasty died in the conquest of Goguryeo.The Tang Dynasty was established, and although the Turkic enemy was eliminated, Goguryeo was still there.No matter what method is used, how much time and manpower is spent, the highest strategic goal of the Tang Dynasty must be to destroy Goguryeo.To the small extent, it is said that Li Zhi took over the political legacy of Taizong Li Shimin.Speaking of Dali, it is the Tang Dynasty that surpasses the former Sui, and the legitimacy is unshakable.All this is Li Zhi's consideration.It's not that he doesn't understand the importance of the situation in the northwest to Datang, but both are very critical, and the choice between the two phases is Liaodong, which is the first to take care of.As for Tubo and Tuyuhun, sending Su Dingfang to it already means that Li Zhi attaches enough importance to it.Looking up at Su Dawei, whose face was a little ugly, Li Zhi suddenly felt something in his heart.Among the generals of the younger generation of the Tang Dynasty, there don't seem to be many who can be as far-sighted as Su Dawei and dare to speak out in front of themselves.Would you like to mention it?
In the last years of Yonghui, he was worried.was worried that Su Dawei would get too close to Wu Meiniang and become Wu Meiniang's aid outside.Kicking Su Dawei to the Northwest Army is not only to support him and facilitate his next plan, but also to change the environment and check this character.The result was beyond Li Zhi's expectation that Su Dawei also performed well in the army, and won unanimous praise from the top and bottom of the Western Tang Army.Whether it is the general manager Cheng Zhijie, or Su Dingfang and others, they all praise Su Dawei's performance.Except for one point, before the class teacher returned to the court, Su Dawei actually left a book and ran away, violating military orders.If it weren't for this handle, then Su Dawei's trip to the west would have been perfect.No, if there is really nothing wrong, I'm afraid that Li Zhi will have to worry about it.A young star who is so young and has no moral and behavioral flaws, can the future be controlled?
I'm afraid that I will have to hide him for a few years to see the after-effects.Just like his father, Taizong Li Shimin, did to Xue Rengui.It can be said that it was Su Dawei's last reckless behavior, which not only smeared an obvious stain on his performance in the west, but also gave a handle in Li Zhi's hands.Whether intentionally or unintentionally, this move made Li Zhi feel at ease.After several observations, his loyalty to Su Dawei was finally dispelled.Otherwise, just rely on the big rebellious words that Su Dawei said to himself when he rescued the driver for the first time, he will hide him for the rest of his life and not hire him for life, so what?
After pondering for a long time, Li Zhi decided that he could trust Su Dawei more and give him some opportunities to perform.Just like this time, Wu Zhengying's case this time was handled extremely beautifully, which made him satisfied.Thinking of this, Li Zhi opened his mouth and said, "Ami, do you know why I plan to send only 20,000 people to General Su?"
”"I don't know.""
I'll tell you now."
Li Zhi groaned: "When Taizong was alive, he discussed with me the gains and losses of the previous dynasty, and he said that everything Emperor Yang of Sui did, although he broke himself, but in the long run, he did the right thing. ”Su Dawei nodded subconsciously and said: "The merit is in the present generation, and the benefit is in the future." ”Li Zhi held the armrest of the wooden chair with his hand and looked up at him: "It's a bit interesting, but it's a pity that there is no merit in the present generation, and it is all in the future, so everyone in the world is against him, because his generation did not enjoy any benefits." ”Su Dawei nodded silently.Emperor Yang of the Sui Dynasty opened the canal, promoted the imperial examination, suppressed the family, and conquered Liaodong.Everything seems right.But what is right can also lead to the wrong result."
Emperor Yang is too anxious, and he wants to finish the affairs of several generations in just a few years, how can he not overdraw the people's strength and national strength, and how can he not be boiling in the world?"
Li Zhi patted the armrest lightly, and continued: "So when Taizong was alive, he actually used soldiers......
Extreme caution. ”"Extremely cautious?"
Su Dawei was a little surprised, this was different from what he knew.He remembered that since the founding of the People's Republic of China, the Tang Dynasty has never seemed to have stopped fighting in the first few decades.Can this also be called extremely cautious?"
Taizong told me that he has a five-year plan in his heart."
When Li Zhi said this, Su Dawei's face suddenly changed slightly, which was surprised.God's special five-year plan, Li Shimin actually has this brain hole?
Isn't this a term that only came to life in later generations?
I only heard Li Zhi continue: "Taizong has experienced a total of three and five years from the beginning of his accession to the throne to the conquest of Liaodong.In the first five years, the Tang Dynasty recuperated for four years, and in Zhenguan for four years, he sent troops to destroy the Eastern Turks. ”Su Dawei couldn't help but nodded."
In the second five years, Datang recuperated for another four years, and in the ninth year of Zhenguan, Tuyuhun was destroyed.""
Then there was another four years of rest, and in the fourteenth year of Zhenguan, the Tang Dynasty subdued the Western Regions."
Hey?
Hearing Li Zhi say this, he silently calculated in his heart, Su Dawei couldn't help but be surprised, it was true.It seems that when Li Shimin was in power, war was the norm, and many people in later generations have always wondered how the Tang Dynasty was established to eliminate the Turks like this, and did not delay economic construction.Now when I hear Li Zhi mention it, it suddenly happens.Li Shimin is worthy of being a generation of heroes, and the battle to destroy the country that Emperor Yang of Sui will collapse when he plays is in the hands of Li Shimin, but it is a well-planned move."
In the fourth five years of Zhenguan, it was still four years of recuperation, and then Taizong was ready to take the Goguryeo ...... in the nineteenth year of Zhenguan" Speaking of this, Li Zhi stopped, and seemed to feel that if he continued to talk about it, he had to talk about Taizong Li Shimin's failure to win Goguryeo, and he didn't want to say it again."
The lesson that I learned from the fall of the Sui Dynasty in the past is that water can carry a boat, and it can also overturn a boat.As Sun Tzu said, if you are warlike, you will die, and if you forget to fight, you will be in danger. ”Li Zhi said to Su Dawei: "So since I ascended the throne, as long as I have my hands free, I will drive the soldiers to wave the whip of the Tang Dynasty to those who are not subservients around me, so that they can all understand the majesty of Tiankehan."
But I must also understand that everything is too much and must not be abused.The military strength is like this, the people's strength, the national strength, why not?
Now, our Tang Dynasty has just completed the battle to conquer the Western Turks, and the soldiers at the border pass have not yet been well rested.However, Tuyuhun was in an urgent situation, and he had to save it, so he could only order General Su to lead his troops westward again. ”After taking a few breaths, Li Zhishen pointed to the side, where there was a huge map, just like Su Dingfang hung at home, and circled Liaodong with bright red strokes."
Liaodong, it's also urgent, and I can't let it go.Now that I am the elite of the Tang Dynasty, one is in the Western Regions, guarding the four towns with Pei Xingjian, and the other is going to Liaodong, how many soldiers and horses do you think?
”Li Zhi smiled bitterly and patted his knee: "If you don't belong to your family, you don't know how expensive firewood and rice are, even if I transfer manpower from the Zhichong Mansion, which guards various key points, do you calculate, how much money will I have to spend on this logistics and consumption?"
20,000, no more, in order to squeeze out 20,000 soldiers, I also need to send 60,000 people to do grain transshipment, the northwest mountains are steep, grain transshipment is difficult, I am afraid that 60,000 people are not enough, I also need a large number of mules and horses, and I also need support from all over the place where the army is marching.All these are intended to disturb the people, mislead the farming time, and consume national strength.As a family, I must live within my means, leave room for me, and never repeat the mistakes of the previous dynasty. ”"Your Majesty is far-sighted, and the minister is taught."
Su Dawei was in awe and saluted with his hands crossed.What I thought in my heart was that this was still too low productivity, and that in an agrarian society, large-scale requisition and mobilization of the population would delay production and seriously affect the domestic productive forces.It is no wonder that most of the Tang Dynasty sent tens of thousands of troops to recruit a large number of Hu servants.It seems that it has indeed learned from the experience of the Sui Dynasty.It's a pity that with the later failure of the strategy against Tibet, the environment around the Tang Dynasty became worse and worse, forcing the Tang army to attack from all sides and frequently put out fires.A generation of famous generals Su Dingfang was tired to death in the army.Li Zhi and Li Shimin implemented the "five-year plan" of two generations of emperors, and the strategy of recuperating and then using troops abroad completely failed.The combat power of the Tang Army also began to decline from then on.had to rely heavily on the Hu servant army to supplement it.()