In this era where communication basically relies on shouting and transportation basically relies on walking, no matter what you do, the pace is very slow, and war is no exception. Even though Gongsun Zan had a fiery temperament, he had to wait patiently for the soldiers and horses to gather, and at the same time he had to
Wait for the spies to find out the enemy's situation.
Zhang Ju once served as the prefect of the Han Dynasty. He had many soldiers and horses, and he also colluded with Xianbei, Wuhuan, Xiongnu and other barbarians. He was said to have 100,000 troops. Such a huge force cannot be dealt with casually.
That's right. That is to say, Gongsun Zan was as bold as an ox and as fierce as fire, so he dared to show off his chariots and horses and prepare for a decisive battle with the thieves.
During the ten days of waiting, Chen Cheng and the others finally understood what strict military law meant. When Tian Yu led the troops, he was not very strict with his subordinates. Even if they made some minor mistakes, they were just scolds. But in Gongsun Zan's camp
, whip the spine stick when moving. In order to prevent the camp from roaring, people are not allowed to leave the camp at night unless there is anything going on. If they are caught by patrolling soldiers, they will inevitably be hit with dozens of military sticks.
Chen Cheng worked hard to dig a latrine for the convenience of the soldiers. As a result, some people were caught on the first night and were beaten and beaten. Later, when the soldiers got up at night, they could only deal with it in the tent.
As a result, the tent smelled so bad that it made people feel sick.
However, Chen Cheng had to admit that it was beneficial for Gongsun Zan to run the army so harshly. The originally unorganized army became more disciplined after entering the camp. After all, even a monkey would know after being beaten a few times.
What should and should not be done, let alone human beings?
The direct consequence of strict military discipline is that the orders of superiors will be passed forcefully, and the execution ability is much better. From this aspect, Gongsun Zan did a good job. If Chen Cheng's style of leading troops is "Follow me", he takes the lead personally.
With the method of adding material rewards, if you do well, you will be rewarded. Then Gongsun Zan's method of leading troops is a painful mechanism. Whether you understand it or not, you will only execute it, and if you do not do well, you will be severely punished.
There is no difference between the two methods. Whether the effect is good or not depends entirely on the person who uses it. As for Tian Yu, in Chen Cheng's opinion, he is not suitable for leading troops in war at all.
In just a few days, Chen Cheng felt that although Tian Yu was a good man, it would be better to be a county magistrate than to lead troops to fight. Because his heart was not hard enough to rely on fear and punishment to force the soldiers.
You must obey orders, but you cannot lower yourself like Chen Cheng and do the heaviest and most heavy work to leave everyone speechless.
It's not quite accurate to say that you can't let go of your body, because no one has a cheat like Chen Cheng, who can do the most work every day without feeling tired. If someone wants to lead the army like him, sooner or later they will tire themselves to death. Chen Cheng knows it.
There is an army that is completely different from the traditional army, but it is impossible to copy it in this era, right?
Ten days later, Gongsun Zan finally found out Zhang Ju's troop deployment, or in other words, he finally lost his patience. He mobilized his entire army of 15,000 men and marched out to attack the rebel Zhang Ju.
It is often said in military books: There are tens of thousands of soldiers, boundless. The fifteen thousand soldiers and horses are spread out, like a torrent. When you are in it, you can see the cavalry coming and going. Amidst the sound of waist drums, thousands of soldiers and horses are spread out.
Tens of thousands of soldiers marched forward with their chests raised and their bellies raised.
Tian Yu was riding on the back of a mixed-haired war horse, looking at the endless military ranks, he sighed: "The morale is so strong and the military formations are so strict, why worry about the stubborn enemy being immortal?"
Chen Cheng thought to himself: This is the level of spring outing for elementary school students. How can it be so strict?
He was disapproving in his heart, and it showed on his face. When Tian Yu saw it, he said, "Does Chief Chen think we won't be able to win the battle?"
Chen Cheng laughed twice and said: "With the magistrate's brilliance and martial prowess, how can Zhang Ju defeat the clown? In this battle, we will definitely win a complete victory."
All he knew about Gongsun Zan came from the novels and movies of "The Romance of the Three Kingdoms". He only knew that Gongsun Zan was a famous warlord in the late Three Kingdoms. He once defeated Yuan Shao and fled, but was defeated by Yuan Benchu later. Since he was able to compete with Yuan Shao later
A strong man, he must be having a smooth sailing ahead, so he can just go along and make some gains. When the day Gongsun Zan wants to start a fight with Yuan Shao, he will run away as soon as possible.
No, I was obviously planning to leave after the first battle. How could I wait until Gongsun Zan and Yuan Shao started fighting? Chen Cheng said sincerely: If you want to live well, you still have to hug Boss Cao's lap. Anyway, he doesn't have it.
Wife, I don’t plan to marry and have children in this world, and I’m not afraid that Cao A will keep it secret.
This time Gongsun Zan sent troops, in addition to his own 15,000 infantry and cavalry, he also brought more than 10,000 people from several nearby counties, a total of more than 25,000 people. Naturally, these many people cannot be swarmed.
They were divided into the front army, the rear army, the middle army, the left army and the right army.
With Gongsun Zan's character, he naturally rushed to the front with Baima Yicong. Chen Cheng didn't see how brave Gongsun Baima was from behind, but the soldiers who came and went became more and more excited every time, saying that the prefect personally went to fight and killed him.
After meeting dozens of strong enemies, the enemy has been defeated. Let everyone work harder to catch up and mix up the army.
I heard that the enemy had fled, and the morale of the troops became even stronger.
"The general is so awesome!"
Wei Ran said enviously: "When will it be our turn to go into battle?"
Chen Cheng said perfunctorily: "Soon, soon."
It was indeed fast. Three days later, Zhang Ju led more than 40,000 troops and more than 10,000 cavalry led by Qiu Liju and other Hu leaders. They blocked the aggressive Gongsun Zan army at Shimen. Shimen belonged to Liaodong County and the terrain was flat.
, there are only some small mounds, there are many weeds in the wilderness, and there are some trees, but they are all sparse and not forested. It is a suitable place for cavalry to gallop.
Facing the more than 50,000 soldiers and horses coming from Zhang Ju, Gongsun Zan was fearless. Although the strength of his troops was only the same as that of his opponent, in terms of combat effectiveness, the two sides were completely different. Especially those of Qiu Liju.
Almost all of the more than 10,000 cavalrymen were ignored by Gongsun Zan.
It wasn't because of him, but because the barbarians were too weak in frontal combat. "One Han can be compared to five barbarians" is not just a saying.
Since the two sides met and both had the idea of a decisive battle, a war was inevitable. Both sides rested separately the day before and began to arrange their troops after dawn. In the battle formation, Chen Cheng could not clearly see the entire battlefield.
Regarding the situation, I don’t know how Gongsun Zan dispatched his troops.
He followed Tian Yu, and Tian Yu was under the command of Gongsun Fan. Gongsun Fan was placed on the left wing by Gongsun Zan, so Chen Cheng rushed to the left wing with his subordinates. There was a mound on the left wing, and Gongsun Fan's flag was on it.
It was inserted on top, and under the mound, eight thousand people lined up.
Because Tian Yu was still young and his martial arts skills were not that of a warrior, he was not liked by Gongsun Zan. Even Gongsun Fan didn't like him very much, so he put his song at the back. This arrangement
This disappoints all the soldiers who want to kill the enemy and make meritorious service, but since the military order has been issued, no matter how dissatisfied they are, they can only act in accordance with the military order.
Chen Cheng asked the soldiers to take off their armor and weapons from the car and let them sit on the ground to rest.
Tian Yu inspected the military column and saw Chen Cheng sitting on a cart, holding grass in his mouth, looking very leisurely. He was originally uneasy, but seeing Chen Cheng so relaxed, he felt a little more at ease.
"I'm afraid many people will die today."
Tian Yu walked to Chen Cheng and seemed to be talking to himself, "I don't know if there will be a chance for us to go into battle later."
Chen Cheng said lazily: "Don't worry, there are many enemies, and we won't be able to defeat them all today."
Isn't that right? Looking from a distance, the dark area is full of enemy troops. Even if you stand there and don't move, it will take a long time to attack!
Tian Yu stepped on the cart, looked into the distance, and estimated that there were many more people than him. Then, his heart that had just been relieved began to feel anxious again. He was anxious in his heart, but he did not dare to show it on his face, and asked in a low voice
Said: "Are you not afraid at all?"
Chen Cheng finally understood that Captain Tian Qingtian was scared. He thought for a while and said: "Look, less than 30% of the enemy's men are wearing armor. I don't know if there are a thousand people in armor. Look at their bows."
There are far fewer crossbowmen than us, so even if they are more numerous, they are just a mob, so what is there to be afraid of?"
Tian Yu laughed and said, "So, there is indeed nothing to be afraid of."
When Chen Cheng just spoke, he was very loud, and the soldiers nearby heard him. After he finished speaking, someone not far away said loudly: "Well said!"
Chen Cheng followed the sound and saw an infantry captain looking over here with a smile. The man was wearing iron armor and had a sword hanging on his waist. He was carrying a very heroic figure. He smiled towards this side and said: "Guo
Jean, long time no see, he’s grown taller again.”
Tian Yu was stunned for a moment, then stepped forward and cupped his hands: "Mr. Xuande!"
The captain's hands were above his knees, and he was unusually tall, but Chen Cheng's eyes were attracted by the majestic man behind the captain. He himself was over seven feet five, which was considered quite tall. But Gongsun Zan was eight feet tall, taller than him.
A little taller. However, even Gongsun Zan had to raise his head to speak in front of that majestic man.
The man was not only tall, but also extremely majestic. His chest was twice as thick as that of an ordinary person. After putting on the armor, just standing there gave people a heavy sense of oppression. Seeing such a majestic man, Chen Cheng
There was something in my heart, and another voice of "Xuan De Gong" came to my ears, so I asked, "Could it be Liu Bei, Captain Liu?"
The infantry captain was none other than Liu Bei. He had previously beaten the governor, led Guan Yu and Zhang Fei and abandoned his post. He heard that Gongsun Zan was recruiting troops to attack Zhang Ju, so he came to join the army. He and Gongsun Zan had an old relationship and had been together.
He studied under Lu Zhi. Although the relationship was not very good at that time, he was always better than others. After the two reminisced, Gongsun Zan directly appointed Liu Bei as the captain, and he was also under the command of Gongsun Fan. It just happened to catch up with this
World War II.
Hearing Chen Cheng's question, Liu Bei was surprised and said: "It's Liu Bei, but I don't know what you call him?"
Chen Cheng quickly jumped out of the car and said, "Chen Cheng, I have met Captain Liu."
Liu Bei's eyes lit up and he asked: "Oh, but Chen Cheng, who is famous in the army for his strength and shooting skills?"
Chen Cheng scratched his head and said, "It should be me."
Liu Bei smiled and said: "I heard about the name of Chen Tunzhang when I first came here. I didn't expect to meet in front of the battle."
After saying that, Liu Bei turned to Tian Yu and said: "But I don't know if Guorang can cut off his love and transfer Chief Chen to my command?"
Tian Yu looked troubled. He originally served under Liu Bei, but because his mother was seriously ill, he returned to Youzhou, and then joined Gongsun Zan's army. Liu Bei had previously valued him very highly, thinking that he was extremely intelligent and good at government affairs. It stands to reason.
He said that although he was Liu Bei's subordinate in the past, the two sides had not determined the distinction between master and subordinate, and now both sides wanted to wait for their positions, so they could ignore Liu Bei's request.
but..........
Chen Cheng said sternly: "I am very grateful to you for your kindness to Mr. Xuande. But now that we are facing a powerful enemy, we should defeat the enemy before talking about other things."
