Chapter 346 Situation

After that, he drew a long horizontal line on the outer line of the Zhenrong Army in the north far away from Weizhou: "Actually, this line is the real geographical advantage."

"Bounded by Liuling, Roulang Mountain, Shaniuling, Duoling, and Hengshan, the Yellow River system is to the north and the Weihe River system is to the south. Whoever controls this watershed will have the initiative."

"It is a pity that the initiative now lies in the hands of the Xixia people. Our Song Dynasty's military power can only be deployed on this line."

After saying that, he drew another line to the south of the line just drawn on the map: "This is Baishi Mountain. To the west of Baishi Mountain is Hehuang, which is now under the control of the Tubo people."

"Start from Baishi Mountain, pass through Guwei, Gangu, Jichuan, Zhiping villages, then pass through Weizhou where we will be stationed, pass Dingchuan village, Gaoping village, and end at Huanzhou."

"Going any further east is beyond the scope of the map."

"Because Xixia has a favorable geographical location, every time it invades, it basically breaks through several north-south river valleys along this line."

"Speaking from west to east...here, starting from Lanzhou, going south through Didao, passing through Longxi, and Minzhou, this is the first one."

"Starting from Huizhou, along the Zuli River, and attacking Qinzhou, this is the second route."

"Starting from Xiaoguan, along the Hulu River, Kouweizhou, Jingzhou, and peeking into Guanzhong is the third route."

"Starting from Hengshan, along the Baima River, Guide River, Kou Huanzhou, and Qingzhou, it is the fourth route."

"Note that this fourth road, which is adjacent to Qinfeng Road where we will be stationed, already belongs to Jingzhaofu Road."

"Because this road is located between two defense zones, it is extremely easy for the Xixia people to take advantage of it."

"Continue to the east, beyond the scope of the map. The Xixia people can also start from Hongzhou and Yanzhou and invade Yan'an Prefecture along the Luoshui River. Going further east, they can also invade the middle of the Wuding River."

"What Liang Zuo looted last year is here, the second one on the left side of Weizhou. Next, the third and fourth may be the focus of the attack."

Su You said: "The general geographical situation is like this. Due to our lack of initiative, there are high mountains and ridges between several river valleys, making it difficult to respond. The Xixia people can form a local strength advantage every time, and use more to defeat fewer, and implement breakthroughs.

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"This area is criss-crossed with ravines, and there are actually many trails connecting the river valleys."

"But because we are not familiar with the geography, it often leads to long-distance rescues, and the enemy can always wait for work, allowing the army to be dragged down, divided, surrounded, and massacred."

"Xixia built its country on military power, and its strength is not weak. We must have a clear understanding of this." At its peak, its military strength was about 500,000, and now it has more than 300,000. Moreover, except for the Han people, all ethnic groups are nomadic.

Lord, I have practiced riding and archery since I was a child, and I am proficient in bow and horse. In extreme cases, I can recruit more than 700,000 troops."

"The Hengshan line is controlled by the four military divisions of Xixia. We make an optimistic estimate and assume that one-third of Xixia's military strength will deal with the Liao Kingdom, one-third of the military strength will defend Xingqing Mansion, and one-third of the military strength will deal with our army. That is also

A scale of more than 100,000 people.”

"This is also true. According to the Privy Council's statistics over the years, the strength of a medium-intensity invasion is around 50,000 to 70,000 at a time."

"And our total military strength distributed in Yanbian, Xixia, is actually more than this, but it is not useful."

"It is really difficult for troops like the Yanbian volunteers and rural archers to fight against the Xixia people. After excluding these, the remaining elite of the Western Army and the Forbidden Army number around 170,000."

"But these 170,000 people need to control all the strategic points I just mentioned and disperse them to every point. For example, in Weizhou, our Fourth Army has less than 20,000 troops."

"Okay, that's all we know so far. My strategic assumption is: there will be a medium-intensity invasion this year, with a number of 70,000, and our army only has 3,000 Hoan'an troops, 3,000 Henan troops, and wolf

There are 6,000 Xiangxiang troops, 6,000 Luzhou troops, and 15,000 Zhenrong troops from the north for support."

"What we have to consider is how to reduce losses in this situation, defend the existing defense zone, and try to deal a blow to the invading enemy."

Atunmi immediately pointed to Liupan Mountain on the map: "This is the key point that must be defended!"

Then he pushed his finger along the Hulu River to the top of the map, then made a horizontal stroke and clicked on another mountain: "It's best to capture this place as well. Weizhou will be absolutely safe!"

Su You put his hand on his forehead: "Sister, you are overthinking it. That is Tiandu Mountain, where the Xixia Palace is located. It is absolutely heavily guarded and we cannot attack it."

Su Xun is a good writer. Wang Anshi commented on the thinking of a political strategist. His main thinking is to consider the combination of vertical and horizontal lines: "Mingrun, can the Qiang people be used?"

Su You said: "Cousin, the people in that area are actually Tubo people, not Qiang people, but everyone says so, and I don't know why."

"To be specific, we have to go to the Privy Council tomorrow and check the documents to know which powers can be used."

Zhang Qi asked: "Young master, isn't there another army of Zhenrong in front of us? You are a good hand at making weapons and economy. If you ask me, arm them in place, eat, drink and make them strong.

At the front."

Su You rolled his eyes: "There are 70,000 invaders. Even if you don't say anything, Master, you have to do this, or else let others defeat them one by one?"

Atunmi said: "The Tubo people believe in Buddhism and they listen to the words of the red monks. Our Erlin tribe is familiar with the red monks from the southwest Tubo tribe. Should we find some red monks as guides and first understand the geography and tribes of that area?

Got it through?"

Su You smiled and said: "This is a serious plan."

Shi Wei said: "The feudal lords are short of clothes and medicine. Yu Ju Guan has many ready-made elixirs. Let's make a batch of ready-made medicines to open the way!"

Su You immediately agreed: "Okay! Wei'er reminded me, not only the vassal people use it, but the surrounding military states also need to use it! It's a magical tool for building good relationships!"

Shi Tong said: "As far as I know, Shangluo is rich in mineral deposits. Master, Sitong Company can station in Shangluo and use the mineral deposits there. Isn't it far better than transporting it from the Erlin Department?"

Su You said: "Where is the iron and coal? I know there is oil in Yan'an Prefecture, and I am planning to use the oil."

Shi Tong said: "Shangzhou not only has coal and iron, but also many other mineral deposits. As far as I know, many of the glassware in the Song Dynasty were made from Shangzhou crystal sand before we came out."

I heard a long laugh at the door: "If that's the case, then this is a place where my brother can go."

Su You stood up, but Gao Shilin was standing at the door. Along with him was the Gao family's younger brother, Prince Ying Zhao Xu, who had fished with him.

Next to Zhao Xu, there was a man who looked like a civil servant, who should be an important counselor in Prince Ying's palace. Next to this man was Su Song, who was carrying a book box.

Everyone stood up quickly to greet him, Su You cupped his hands and said, "Su You has met the prince."

Zhao Xu sighed, knowing that the days of getting along like friends a few years ago were gone forever.

I had no choice but to say: "Come here with your uncle to see you. My mother-in-law said that she worked hard to get out of the poorest place in the world, and now she is going to the most dangerous place in the world. Let me comfort you. This is more hard work for those who are able, and it is not a deliberate suppression.

denounce."

Su You said with a smile: "Your Majesty, you are joking. Since Su You became an official, he has been promoted all the way. In three or four years, he has been wearing a silver fish. This is a special favor that makes people jealous, but it is not a suppression or reprimand. Your Majesty, she is an old man.

well enough?"

Zhao Xu sighed and refused to answer the question: "Let me introduce to you. This person was originally my lecturer in the East Palace. Now he joins the army and is Han Wei and Han Zhiguo."

The two of them greeted each other, and Su You turned to Su Song and said, "How did my elder brother arrive with King Ying?"

Su Song said with a smile: "We met by chance at the door. I knew that Mingrun was going to Weizhou, and I was afraid that you would be incomprehensible. I went home and compiled many texts recording the mountains, rivers, geography, products and humanities of Shaanxi over the years, and brought them to you.

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These information were so important, Su You bowed and saluted: "This is very important, thank you for your kindness, brother."

Zhao Xu said: "What Mingrun did in Kuizhou is really astonishing. When I saw you at the banquet today, I wanted to ask you to go aside and elaborate, but the Xixia people were too disappointed. Come this time, Mingrun

You need to explain it to me carefully."

Su You smiled bitterly and said: "My lord, you see, our group is analyzing Weizhou's geography and discussing countermeasures. I'm afraid we don't have time to talk about Kuizhou."

"But just in time, I will tell you all about the analysis I just made. Please join the army, the prince, and the clan brothers to see if there is anything left to be desired."

Shi Wei poured tea for Su You, and Su You held the cup and recounted the previous plan, saying: "There is an old saying in the DPRK regarding border affairs, which is 'uncovering barren territory with a levy of war.

It is easy to attract a large number of people and become a gangster. Su You thinks this is a misunderstanding."

"These barren lands are the key points of our Great Song Dynasty. Once they are broken through by the enemy, they will leap into a situation that no one can control for thousands of miles, and they will be handed over to others in the blink of an eye."

"And the so-called "Genghua" people can definitely make them "Xianghua". Looking at us here, isn't there General Zai Li from the Erlin Department?"

Atunmi saluted Zhao Xu with a smile: "I have met the prince."

Zhao Xu smiled and said: "This time, General, I will be able to help you. Once the work is completed, the court will not treat you lightly."
Chapter completed!