After confirming the defeat of the Tatar cavalry, all the soldiers of the Ming Dynasty's Northern Expeditionary Army cheered loudly, and the sound shook the sky.
When the Northern Expeditionary Army set out, except for Zhang Yanling and the generals around him, almost everyone held a skeptical and pessimistic attitude. Especially after the defeat of the 200,000 border troops attacking Hetao, the Ming Dynasty had a
Zhang Yanling's actions during the Northern Expedition were all carried out with an incredible attitude.
At this time, Zhang Yanling stood up to take the lead and dared to send troops to attack the Tatars. Naturally, it was commendable for his courage. However, at this time, the morale of the Ming soldiers was low. The court felt that it was necessary to immediately shrink the defense to ensure the safety of the border towns. They must not act rashly.
At that time, Zhang Yanling's Northern Expedition was tantamount to a gamble and adventure that bet on the future of the Ming Dynasty.
In fact, this sentiment has been spreading secretly among the officials and the army of the Ming Dynasty. After Zhang Yanling led the army on the expedition, many officials in the court expressed such concerns, and many officials from the Six Ministries of Nanjing and local officials also expressed their concerns on Zhezi
, please Zhu Houzhao carefully consider the consequences, it is best to immediately suspend the Northern Expedition military operation.
Just as Zhang Yanling thought, after the Battle of Tumubao, the entire Ming Dynasty was actually timid from the bottom of their hearts towards the aliens on the northern grasslands. After the defeat in the Battle of Hetao, this timidity deepened. There is such a thought
Not surprising at all.
Not to mention them, even Zhang Lun, who was leading the army together, was timid. Except for the soldiers of the two battalions of the navy, the other soldiers of the frontier army and the fourth outer army were all unsure, thinking that this time
I'm afraid this is a journey with no return.
When today's battle began, when the soldiers saw the Tatar cavalry swarming in from all directions, many of them did not dare to think that they would defeat their opponents. Many of them already thought in their hearts that today was the last day of their lives.
The battle was carried out in this way and ended with a great victory. Among the 110,000 troops, even tens of thousands of people had not participated in the battle from beginning to end. The battle ended with victory. The battle process also made many people find it incredible. Those who defended
The means, those roaring muskets, knocked the Tatars off their horses in rows, and the explosive objects thrown, which made the Tatars flip over. All of these made the frontier troops and the foreign troops in the army open up.
Vision.
There are a variety of combat methods, each of which they have never seen before. Many people realized at this moment why the Lord Protector dared to lead the army, because he had enough means to deal with the Tatar cavalry. He was not risking the lives of the soldiers.
He is gambling, but he does have enough capital.
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In today's battle, the Tatars suffered heavy casualties. In just a few hours of fighting, the cavalry suffered nearly 20,000 casualties, while the Ming army suffered only more than 800 casualties. That was caused by the Tatar cavalry's final rush into the Ming army's formation.
casualties. This was an unprecedented victory, an almost injury-free battle.
But the significance of this battle is not actually the victory itself. The greater significance is that it broke the dark cloud that has shrouded the hearts of the Ming Dynasty army for a long time. The Tatar cavalry is invincible in the world, no one can confront it head-on, and no one can resist it.
The myth of their frontal charge was shattered.
The inner demons in the hearts of the Ming soldiers were eliminated in today's battle. At the same time, the Tatar soldiers and horses also completely lost their psychological advantage over the Ming army. They even felt fearful.
This victory was a shot in the arm to revive the morale of the Ming Dynasty soldiers who were in a trough, and restored the confidence of the Ming Dynasty soldiers. Of course, it also established Zhang Yanling's supremely respected image in the hearts of the Ming Dynasty soldiers.
Zhang Yanling has commanded many large-scale battles over the years, from domestic counterinsurgency to overseas operations, and won all of them. He has long been famous and attracted people's attention. However, he was not really recognized by the Ming Dynasty army. Because including
Most of the soldiers, including the Beijing camp and the frontier troops, had not personally experienced or witnessed Zhang Yanling leading the army in combat.
Many people have doubts about Zhang Yanling's ability, and even doubt that it is the work of his generals. He is just leading the army in name only and enjoying the success. But after this battle, including 40,000 Beijing cavalry, 30,000 frontier troops and the Fourth Outer Army,
, everyone admires, everyone admires.
The setting sun was like blood. Zhang Yanling rode on a horse and slowly walked across the battlefield in front of the battle.
There are mountains of corpses here, rivers of blood, piles of corpses stacked on top of each other, and the scene is extremely tragic.
Within a circle of more than ten miles around the army, there were corpses of Tatar soldiers and horses. The grass on the ground was dyed blood red, like a burning flame. Under the grass, blood seeped into the soil, soaking it.
The air was filled with the smell of blood and burning, and the entire battlefield was like a hellish slaughterhouse.
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Zhang Yanling did not show any discomfort. After many years of fighting, he had become numb to such scenes of bloodshed. In the past, he would probably still have some sighs in his heart. But now, Zhang Yanling knows that this is the case in this world.
Ordinary lives are worthless and have no dignity in this era. This is even more true on the battlefield. The battle between countries is ultimately resolved by killing and strength. It is ridiculous to be reasonable. Only
If your fist is hard enough and your strength is strong enough, others will listen to your reasoning.
Of course, Zhang Yanling is not a strength-only person. He only believes in killing and strength. He is not a bloodthirsty maniac or a murderer. However, these simple rules are applicable in this era. Although he is barbaric and cruel, he is indeed effective and
Realistic.
Maybe one day, the rules of the world will change, but not right now.
However, for others, it was only at this moment that they felt the horror of the battlefield. There were corpses everywhere, flesh and blood everywhere, and the air was filled with the smell of death, making many people feel uncomfortable.
Zhang Lun originally followed Zhang Yanling to the battlefield to check it out, but soon after arriving at the battlefield, he felt dizzy, nauseated, and vomited. He had to leave quickly.
"My lord, do you want to clean up the bodies of the Tatars? Do you want to clean up the battlefield?" Chen Shiyi, who was following Zhang Yanling, asked in a deep voice.
Zhang Yanling looked up at the sky, where countless vultures were already circling, waiting for a delicious meal. In the distant wind, wild wolves that smelled the smell of blood began to howl in the dusk.
"No need. These people lived on the grassland and died on the grassland. They deserved their death. Let the falcons and wild wolves clean their flesh and blood and let the grass absorb their nutrients. They plundered everything on this grassland and returned to their hometown after death.
Everything given here is considered fair and equitable." Zhang Yanling said solemnly.
Chen Shi nodded and said, "That's what the Duke said. The grass on this battlefield will be even more lush next year."
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Zhang Yanling nodded, looked at the setting sun in the west, and said in a deep voice: "Send an order to the entire army to tidy up immediately. The army will leave here and camp ten miles upwind. We will arrive at Dalat City in two days. I
I think there should be no obstacles along the way."
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After the defeat, the Tatar army marched northward through the night.
After a major defeat, the Tatar soldiers and horses were depressed and in a bad mood. More than 60,000 soldiers and horses silently walked dejectedly in the dark night, and no one said a word.
Many people still have the scene of today's battle lingering in their minds, their ears are ringing, and the roar of firearms is still lingering. The scene of blood and flesh flying everywhere, the frightening battle, has been deeply imprinted on them.
In my mind, even the Tatars, who are as tough and cruel as wild wolves, can't get rid of the haze in their hearts.
Batu Munch rode his horse in front of the team. He frowned and looked into the dark depths of the endless grassland with extremely complicated emotions.
Today's defeat made Batu Meng aware of a serious problem. I am afraid that he cannot keep the land of the Loop. The Ming army's firearms are so fierce that the cavalry charge has no advantage at all. Today's battle is bound to be won.
But it ended in a disastrous defeat. How can I save the defeat?
There are two options at the moment. One is to resolutely abandon the land on the south bank of the Yellow River in the Loop and cross the Yellow River. The purpose of the Ming army should be just for the Loop, and at the same time to avenge the previous defeat. After giving up the Loop, they should
It won't go north again.
With the Yellow River as a barrier, if they dared to cross the river, they would probably be wishful thinking.
The second option is to fight them to the death again, and immediately order the troops from the Mobei and Modong tribes to come and assemble all the troops to fight to the death. By then, the total strength will reach 150,000, even if
A pile of flesh and blood would be enough to defeat the Ming army.
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But in this way, it is equivalent to betting all the troops and horses. Even if they win, they will pay a heavy price. For a long time, they will be unable to make any further attempts against the Ming Dynasty.
Both options have pros and cons, making it difficult to decide.
In the distance ahead, a fire shone brightly. It was where the herdsmen of the Tumut tribe on the grassland gathered. The noise of people and horses alarmed the herdsmen, and the sheep in the sheepfold also began to bleat.
Batu Munch suddenly reined in his horse and was stunned.
"Khan, what's wrong? Don't worry, it's just a herdsman." Someone said beside him.
Batu Mengk didn't say anything. He suddenly knew what he should make. This is the land of the Hetao, the most fertile place in his Tatar territory. It produces countless cattle, sheep and horses, and is an important production area of rice and grain. More importantly,
The thing is, the south of the Hetao is the best springboard to attack the hinterland of the Ming Dynasty. I am actually considering letting go of this place. This is simply too confusing.
Abandoning this place is equivalent to cutting off one's own arm. The dream in my heart of going south to conquer that land and restoring the Great Yuan Dynasty will never come true. The land in the south of the desert and in the north of the desert is barren and desolate, with the vast sea in front of it.
Will I just have to settle there forever?
Of course not. You can't lose it here, and you can't lose it in any case. You have to try again. It's not your character to be helpless after a defeat. Back then, you didn't give up despite many setbacks, and finally unified the desert. How can you do it today?
Can you be disheartened by a defeat?
"Khan! What's wrong with you?" the guard next to him asked again.
Batu Meng shouted in a deep voice: "It's nothing. Send the order, turn to the northeast, and rush to Dalat City non-stop. Tell all the brothers, don't be downcast. Although we lost today, I, the prairie man, will not be knocked down by this failure. The Eagle
You have to go through storms, rain and snow to be qualified to fly."
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After saying this, Batu Munch shook the reins, raised his head and galloped away on his horse.
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