The six-dimensional pictures of emperors of all dynasties were exposed, and the ancestors panicked

Chapter 355: Emperor Taizong of Song: The Beginning of Poverty and Weakness

【Reclaim the right of border generals to "return to the map for trade" and cancel the special policy given to border generals by Emperor Taizu of Song.】

【At the same time, the imperial examination system was improved. 】

【It was established as a custom to give a banquet to successful Jinshi in Qionglin Garden, in order to enhance the value and status of Jinshi.】

【For the first time, the system of having examiners’ relatives take separate examinations was implemented. If the chief examiner was also a relative of the examiner, a separate examination room would be set up and separate examiners would be assigned. This avoidance method was later extended to the provincial examinations.】

[In 985 AD, the system of naming and awarding Jinshi was established]

[In 988 AD, the Imperial Examination Yuan system was established.]

[“Although a king conquers the country through military exploits, he must ultimately rule with civil virtues”, and civil officials were transferred to serve in the army. The generals of frontier defense, pacification envoys, pacification envoys, and generals of cavalry and infantry were all civil officials appointed as commanders]

[Evaluation B, three points]

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{General Cao Han once composed a poem in front of Emperor Taizong: "I once wore golden armor because of national crisis, and I am ashamed to sell my precious sword because of poverty."}
{Selling swords because of poverty is just talk, but the generals are really complaining about their declining status.}
{The reason why Yang Zhi sold the knife has been found.}
{Isn't Emperor Taizong of Song too crazy? He let a bunch of people who have never touched a sword become the generals' immediate superiors? Is there any chance of fighting this war?}

{So he lost in a row.}
{Zhao Da also restrained the generals, but he only checked and checked them and did not interfere.}
{Is it true that Zhao Er cannot compete with his martial virtue, so he resorts to literary virtue?}

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Big man.

Liu Bang looked at the sky, stroked his beard and sighed.

"This Taizong...it's really hard to describe."

"That's right, not everyone is like Li Shimin."

"He can do it, too."

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Northern Zhou Dynasty: Emperor Wu Period
"Overcorrection... Overcorrection..."

Yuwen Yong lifted his skirt and sat cross-legged on the couch.

"Emperor Xiaowen of Wei was also so hasty in his attempt to change the Han culture to a Hu-Han culture."

"The root of evil is finally buried deep."

"If you sell your precious sword because of poverty, your country will cease to exist."

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Tang Dynasty and Gaozong period
Li Zhi looked at the sky with interest.

It doesn't matter whether you emphasize culture over military affairs or you emphasize military affairs over culture.

As long as we balance relationships and resolve conflicts, there is no problem that cannot be solved.

But these systems are no longer a matter of taking things lightly.

This is a complete waste of weapons.

"Waste weapons..."

Concubine Xu's ears suddenly perked up.

Go on! Keep talking!

"You are no longer needed here, go down."

Concubine Xu was stunned and couldn't help but look up.

The cold face came into her sight, making her feel cold at heart.

"I'm leaving now."

Looking at the figure who seemed to be fleeing in panic, Li Zhi said coldly:

"Not of much use."

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[Diplomatic Strategy: There was a period of peaceful diplomacy with the Liao Kingdom before the Northern Expedition. After the Northern Expedition, there was only war and no diplomacy between the Song and Liao.]

[Before the Northern Expedition, Emperor Taizong of Song invited Goryeo to join forces to attack the Liao Kingdom. Goryeo agreed to send troops, but in fact did not send troops to help with the Northern Expedition.]

[When Goryeo was attacked by Liao, it began to seek help from the Song Dynasty. Emperor Taizong of Song declined on the grounds that "barbarians attacking each other is a common occurrence", and diplomatic relations between Song and Goryeo were severed.]

【At the same time, there was internal unrest in Jiaozhi in the south, and Emperor Taizong of Song sent troops to retake Jiaozhi, but failed. In the end, he recognized Jiaozhi's independence.】

[The Jurchens in the north were attacked by the Liao Kingdom and asked the Song Dynasty to send troops to attack the Liao Kingdom. Emperor Taizong of Song refused, and the Jurchens stopped paying tribute.]

[Li Jibang of the Dingnan Army led his troops to surrender to the Northern Song Dynasty in the seventh year of Taiping Xingguo, and offered the lands of Xia, Yin, Sui, and You to the Song Dynasty.]

[His cousin Li Jiqian was dissatisfied and left in anger. He gathered Qiang forces in the north of Xiazhou and formed an anti-Song alliance with the Nanshan Dangxiang Yeli clan and Liao by intermarriage.]

[The Liao Dynasty appointed Li Jiqian as the military governor of Dingnan Army, and the Song Dynasty appointed Li Jibang as the military governor of Dingnan Army.]

[Evaluation grade D, one point]

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Ming Dynasty Yongle Period
"Although Emperor Taizong of Song made considerable achievements in economy and culture, he established civil servant rule."

"However, there have been major mistakes in both domestic and foreign policies. The unfavorable situation in Lingxia is part of the bad consequences." Zhu Di waved his fan to drive away the summer heat.

Zhu Zhanji, who was standing by, stuffed some snowflake crisps into his mouth and ate them while saying:
"Isn't it because of the mismanagement of troops that Lingxia is at a disadvantage?"

Zhu Di glanced at him and said with some quirk:
"Why does your fat dad always say he has no money?"

Zhu Zhanji was stunned, holding the spoon in his mouth.

“Border wars cost money?”

These words made Zhu Di laugh.

"Why do you think the northwest border was stable during the reign of Emperor Taizu of Song?"

"It's the trade back to the map that gives them privileges and allows them to make money!"

"The generals on the border have no money to send out scouts to gather information from afar. They also have no money to reward their soldiers and make them fight to the best of their ability."

"Can the combat effectiveness of the Song army defending the border not be weakened?"

"No matter which general you become, you will be like the Northwest Army, who only pursues dreams!"

The more he spoke, the angrier he became. Zhu Di slammed the table and said angrily:
"No! I have to talk to your father!"

"You little bastard, you're selling your father's land. Don't you feel bad?"

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[People's Livelihood and Economy: Continue to implement the decree of Emperor Taizu of Song Dynasty, which states that "the cultivated land shall be permanently owned and the government shall not collect rent from it."]

In 995 AD, an imperial decree was issued: "Counties and prefectures shall allow people to apply for permanent land leases and exempt three years of rent, and pay half of the land every three years."

[“The number of fields cultivated by the officials of prefectures and counties shall be recorded on printed paper, waiting for rewards.”]

[The cultivated land area increased from 2.95 million hectares in the last years of Emperor Taizu to 3.125 million hectares.]

[Overall people's livelihood is steadily improving. Rating B+, score 3.5]

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【Employing and identifying people: Emperor Taizong of Song expanded the scope and number of candidates for the imperial examination. In the first imperial examination, 109 candidates were admitted as Jinshi, 207 candidates were admitted in various subjects, and 191 candidates were specially recommended.】

Many people with ordinary backgrounds but outstanding talents were allowed to serve as officials in the imperial court.

[These talents selected from the common people were willing to serve Emperor Taizong of Song Dynasty at his service]

[He firmly grasped power in his own hands and gradually turned the entire court into an institution that obeyed him.]

【The policy of making use of the scholars who passed the imperial examinations also paid off. Emperor Taizong of Song also relied on them to accomplish two major things. One was to appoint them to various prefectures and counties, and completely bring the administrative power of all prefectures and counties across the country back to the court. The other was to quickly rectify the currency and standardize the economy.】

[To sum up, it is determined to use the system to attract talents. ]

[Evaluation B+, 3.5 points]

[Influence on later generations: The reign of Emperor Taizong of Song marked the end of the chaotic times since the mid-Tang Dynasty and the beginning of the Song Dynasty's "poverty and weakness".]

[Evaluation C, two points]

[Total score: fourteen points]

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Qing Dynasty Yongzheng Period
"They are all Taizong."

Twisting the emerald jade beads, he touched his scalp.

Yongzheng said calmly:
"Song Taizong's ability was outstanding among the second generation of the makeshift group of the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms."

"It can be said that his governing ability is more than enough to be a king who maintains the status quo."

"But this person is feminine and treacherous, doing things in a sneaky and underhanded way, and lacks the aura of an emperor."

Hongli listened quietly and memorized all these comments in his heart.

"Besides that, his behavior is not very decent, and the Gaoliang River incident happened. It's impossible for him not to be looked down upon."

"Compared with the Taizong of other orthodox dynasties, it lacks that flavor."

"You are the grandson of the emperor who was personally looked after by the Holy Ancestor."

Yongzheng turned his head and looked at Hongli, as if he could see through his appearance.

"You are rich and generous, but I am afraid that you are too generous."

Hongli suppressed his panic and said:

"Father set an example himself, and his son deeply appreciates the kindness of his father."

"Golden words, my son will always keep them in mind."

Yongzheng looked at him deeply and nodded.

"Okay. That's good."

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(End of this chapter)