Han Shizu

Chapter 1176 each with their own minds

The army of the East Route is taking the main road. Of course, this is also compared with the poor mountains and rivers of the West Road. In fact, it is not easy to walk, especially when the army turns in, because of the large number of people and more luggage. The pressure is naturally greater.

Terrain and roads are definitely the biggest constraint on the advance of the Han army, but the impact of the climate is not serious. After all, the soldiers and horses used are all from the southwestern jurisdiction.

The person in charge of ensuring the supply of military supplies in the rear was Xue Juzheng, the governor of Jiannan. For Xue Juzheng, he was familiar with such affairs. When he was the prime minister, he participated in every expedition.

However, the situation in the southwestern region is very different. He is in the rear, and more energy is devoted to building roads, opening mountains when encountering mountains, and building bridges when encountering water.It is foreseeable that if Dali can be successfully pacified this time, a more accessible road will be completed through the war to connect Sichuan and Yunnan.Of course, in this regard, the investment of manpower is also huge.

Of course, as a general in command of the army, logistics matters are of course important, but he will not be too concerned about the difficulty of transshipment. As long as the supply of military supplies can be guaranteed, as for other things, he will not pay much attention to them.

Therefore, Wang Renshan, who was hindered by the Nongdong, only thought about how to defeat the defenders here, and then attack the city of Yangjubaa.After several fierce battles, the Dali army has completely adopted the method of retreating and defending, and even sealed the city gates.In addition, its military strength is still quite large, even if the Han army has a lot of sharp weapons, it really can't take it down.

This is not a question of combat effectiveness, it is purely limited by terrain.Here in Nongdong, there are high mountains on three sides, Pingchou Guangchuan, a city stands here, and it is impossible to go around.And Nongdong is also a granary in Dali, and there will be no shortage of food in the city for a short time. The work of fortifying the walls and clearing the fields was also done when the Han army went south.

There may be difficulties in breaking the city, but it is not insurmountable, it just depends on the cost.In terms of attacking and defending the walled city, after the unification war, the army of the Han Dynasty is considered to be rich in experience, so how could it be truly limited to death by a mere Nongdong city?

Wang Renshan has inspected the defense of the city more than once, but he still leads people to inspect it every day habitually.Hanzhai is very close to the enemy city, and when you go up to the watchtower, you can see it more clearly.

"General, I don't think this city is too high. How about building an earthen city to attack it?" At this time, seeing Wang Renshan's expression was silent, a general beside him couldn't help suggesting.

In all previous attacks, the Han army has used this simple and unpretentious method to weaken the defender's biggest defense, but it also depends on the situation.Therefore, Wang Renshan shook his head: "This stupid method is time-consuming and labor-intensive, and there must be enough room for it to be used. Moreover, the enemy army will not let our army build it leisurely. It is not suitable here!"

The best example of this method of warfare was when Murong Yanzhao led his troops to defeat Tanzhou during the Northern Expedition.Moreover, success is also multi-faceted. First, it was taken by surprise; second, there were nearly [-] civilians accompanying it, and there was sufficient manpower; Time has just been built.

This kind of high-cost battle cannot be copied casually.Of course, it's not impossible to follow suit here, but it's too time-consuming.

And the last thing Wang Renshan wanted to see was to be delayed under the city for a long time.He was not worried about being trapped in the enemy's situation for a long time and facing danger, it was purely that he was in the enemy's capital.Moreover, if he is blocked by a small alley, he will lose face.

"Judging from the results of the attack and defense in the past few days, the enemy's will to resist is very firm. If we rush to break it, even if we win, it will cause heavy casualties to our army." Seemingly feeling Wang Renshan's impatience, another general, Said to him in a reminding tone:
"Furthermore, the order given to me by the commander-in-chief was only to contain the Dali army and attract its attention. Now that the two sides are fighting here, it can be said that the goal has been basically achieved. Why should the general rush to win? If there is a loss or damage Big, I'm afraid I can't explain it!"

Hearing this, Wang Renshan raised his eyebrows, and couldn't help but cast a sideways glance at the general who spoke.This person is also surnamed Wang, among the generals who marched south to Dali this time, there are quite a few surnamed Wang, and the person who spoke was Wang Quanbin's nephew.

I understand, is this because I am afraid that my march will be too smooth, and I will drive straight into the capital of Dali?The corners of Wang Renshan's mouth curled up slightly, slightly disdainful.

Where there are people, there are rivers and lakes, and the Southern Expedition Army is no exception. Wang Quanbin and Wang Renshan were also generals in Pingshu back then. They were both under Xiang Xun's command. They also made mistakes after the war. The situation is somewhat similar.

The difference is that Wang Quanbin became famous earlier, was born with a higher prestige, and in the Han Dynasty belonged to the Forbidden Army.Wang Renshan, on the other hand, made his fortune from the local area, climbed up to a high position step by step, and became a general.

For Wang Quanbin, Wang Renshan was convinced on the surface, but in his heart, he did not have the idea of ​​transcendence.This time the Southern Expedition divided the troops into two groups. Wang Quanbin's route was amazing, but it was also risky, so it was nothing if not successful.

Therefore, no matter which aspect is considered, Wang Renshan has no reason to slack off in the matter of marching troops.Breaking through the lanes quickly is also for the sake of the overall situation of the war, and we can't pin all our hopes on Wang Quanbin's long-distance raid.

However, this person's suggestion reminded Wang Renshan to calm down a little. His recent behavior has indeed become a little impatient.

Glancing at the generals around him, Wang Renshan said indifferently: "I met with the commander-in-chief, and we joined forces under the city of Yangjubaa. The two armies marched, and it was a combination of Zhengqi and mutual support. The west army marched, and it was difficult and unpredictable. Time is blocked here, do you still have to rely on the commander-in-chief from the west to help out? Back then, Wang Shi Pingshu, the road to Sichuan, every step was dangerous, and I waited all the way to get there, this city is nothing!"

Wang Renshan's arrogance also aroused a bit of morale, so there is no need to look forward and backward like that.However, pride belongs to pride, how to continue to fight this battle to break the city, but I have to think carefully.

After thinking about it for a while, Wang Renshan pointed to the city not far away, and said coldly: "There are so many great castles and fortresses in the Central Plains, but in the end they didn't surrender to the iron hooves of the Han army, and they just built buildings in order to stop me. It's just delusional."

After finishing speaking, he directly ordered the several generals who led the troops around him: "It's time to give full play to our ordnance advantages, take out all the rockets, gunpowder, and kerosene bombs in the army, and urge those craftsmen to give more In three days, they can make as many thunderbolt cannons as they can, and let the soldiers rest for three days. After three days, the city will be destroyed!"

"Yes!" Seeing that Wang Renshan gave the order, the others no longer objected.

For this southern expedition, the Han army was naturally well prepared. After all, many things had been hoarded for many years.Moreover, in the previous armament update, the imperial court also allocated a lot of sharp weapons, such as lethal weapons such as rockets and thunderbolts.Among the auxiliary personnel accompanying the army, in addition to the auxiliary soldiers and civilian husbands, they were craftsmen recruited from the entire southwest region.

It is precisely because of so many preparations that no matter how dangerous Dali's land is, with sufficient preparations and strong strength, the Han army can still push through.

Of course, no matter how sharp a weapon is, it is only an auxiliary function after all, and it depends on the person in the end.The progress of the Eastern Route Army can be said to be smooth, but in reality, it has been equally hard. After several battles broke out, the Han Army has lost a lot of personnel, more than 2000 people.

This is also the reason why the soldiers in the southwest have adapted to this land and water. If troops are transferred from the north, even if Dali is captured in the end, the soldiers who go out will not lose half of them.

Walking down the watchtower and walking to the commander's tent, the tall banner fluttered violently against the autumn wind. Wang Renshan glanced at the recruiting envoy banner, which was embroidered with the same "king" character, but not the same person.

Wang Quanbin was thinking about Wang Renshan, and Wang Renshan was not worried about the progress of the West Route Army.Although he has the heart to grab credit, he is not willing to see the failure of West Road, after all, it is related to the overall situation.

(End of this chapter)