Ming Zuo

Chapter 817 Military Movement
The conflict between Hou Jin and North Korea is completely different from the last Dingmao chaos.

At that time, the main strategic purpose of Hou Jin was to break the strategic alliance between the Ming Dynasty and North Korea, gain enough room for maneuver, and avoid multiple enemies.

Therefore, after obtaining the military victory and receiving the promise from North Korea, they quickly withdrew their troops.

But this time, as his strength grew, Huang Taiji's ambitions expanded rapidly.

He wants more.

After Dingmao's rebellion, North Korea swayed back and forth between the Ming Dynasty and Houjin, and was always unwilling and reluctant to show favor from Houjin.

Because the post-Kim strategic focus is not on North Korea, North Korea has indeed spent a relatively relaxed period of time.

But now North Korea must choose between the Ming Dynasty and Houjin, and it can only choose Houjin.

This is tantamount to a [-]-degree turn in the way of building a country, which naturally aroused strong repercussions within North Korea.

Zhang Guanhua knew very well that such a big matter could definitely not be solved with the five thousand troops in hand.

As for the follow-up, the Shandong base camp must come forward.

"Everyone, stay safe and don't be impatient. I will send a letter back to Shandong immediately. No matter what, North Korea's vitality will be preserved."

Shen Daoxun and Li Chong looked at each other.

How could they not understand what Zhang Guanhua meant.

The life and death of the Korean royal court is obviously not within Shandong's consideration.

What Shandong can guarantee is the safety of these people.

In the definition of Shandong, these people even surpassed King Li Ji, and they are the real Korean orthodoxy.

Reminiscent of Shandong's identity, it is obvious that they are also regarded as North Korean rebels.

But ask yourself, if in the end Li Zhen couldn't bear Hou Jin's attack and chose to surrender.

They are afraid that they will die without a place to bury them.

Even if he didn't die, who would want to recognize the barbarians as the master?
Comparing the two, it seems that there is nothing wrong with being rebellious.

The general situation is such that these people are completely powerless to self-determination, and can only wait for the judgment of fate.

The information was sent back to Shandong, and the center immediately started to operate quickly.

"North Korea will definitely not be obedient, and war will definitely come. But it will not come so fast, and it may be delayed for a year or a half."

Zuo Menggeng made a judgment.

He has history as a basis, full of confidence.

By deducing the cause and effect through the established historical facts, he can also understand what is going on.

The political approach of the North Koreans is just like the character of this nation.

Before making a move, he was irritable, arrogant and domineering, and always thought that Lao Tzu was number one in the world.

But if you really move your hand, no one can beat it.It will collapse as soon as you hit it, and it will soon soften.

Therefore, in the face of Hou Jin's threat, North Korea will definitely not readily agree.

The two sides come and go, and it will take a lot of time just to fight with each other.

Another one, Huang Taiji has to consider everything.

Especially when Japan invaded North Korea decades ago, Daming spared no effort to provide support.

So this time the war of destroying the country will be launched, will Daming take action?
The best way is to weaken the strength of the Ming Dynasty before attacking North Korea.Only by letting the Ming Dynasty have no time to care about others can the implementation of the entire strategy be guaranteed.

"Before attacking North Korea, Huang Taiji will definitely enter the customs again. This is not only a deterrent to the whole world, but also eliminates the trouble of attacking North Korea."

Two consecutive judgments were well-founded and successfully convinced everyone.

"Then we can arrange it calmly."

Liu Yiyuan let out a long breath.

As the chief of the general staff, what he was most afraid of was that Houjin would launch an attack suddenly and not give Shandong time to prepare.

In that case, Shandong could only send troops hastily.If you are not fully prepared, you will definitely lose a lot, and you may even fail to achieve your strategic goals.

If there is a year and a half of preparation time, with the strength of the new army, it is absolutely safe.

Zuo Yong suggested: "If you want to fight in North Korea, it is best to transfer the [-]st Marine Division back. Whether it is a landing operation or a cross-sea operation, the [-]st Marine Division has accumulated experience, which is far beyond the comparison of other troops."

Everyone agreed with this proposal.

Going to North Korea to fight is far different from fighting at home, especially how to cooperate with the navy. Other troops have no relevant experience.

Zuo Menggeng looked at Zuo Rong.

"How is the adaptation of your department?"

Through the experience of the First Marine Division, the new army began to reform again.

The purpose this time is to cancel the general-level unit and change it to a master.

Although the level is lowered, the strength of each unit has been enhanced, which is more in line with today's battlefield situation.

In addition to the first marine division, the first changes were the first army and the newly established fifth division.

The new Fifth Division is mainly composed of recruits from Lianghuai and Songjiang prefectures, and there is still a long time before it can form combat effectiveness.Therefore, the only one who can count on is the First Army, the current First Division.

The calm Zuo Rong will never disappoint.

"Currently, the entire command system has been straightened out. After several exercises, each department has adapted to the new organization and can be put into the battlefield at any time."

The formation of combat effectiveness of the new First Division is undoubtedly good news.

Zuo Menggeng immediately made a decision.

"Order the first division to go south today and go to Songjiang Prefecture to take over the defense of the first marine division. The first marine division has begun to gather on Jeju Island one after another, and the corresponding materials have also begun to be stockpiled."

At this time, the benefits of holding Jeju Island in your hands are highlighted.

This large island located between the Shandong Peninsula and the Korean Peninsula has become the best transit point.

Otherwise, if you want to use troops against North Korea, you can only cross the sea from Shandong.Not to mention the long distance, once there is an accident, the opportunity will be missed.

And Jeju Island is not far from the Korean peninsula, and it is enough to deal with any situation.

Moreover, the interior of North Korea is now in chaos, and there is no time to pay attention to this remote island.

This also made Shandong's actions bigger, so there is no need to worry about things being exposed and causing unnecessary troubles.

For the upcoming war, Liu Yiyuan geared up and proposed a concept.

"In the future, we will definitely choose Busan for our landing operations. I plan to send surveying and mapping staff in advance to grasp the terrain around Busan. If possible, I will transport a certain amount of supplies to Busan. When the time comes, the First Marine Division will go directly and land. can fight without delay."

This is planning for a rainy day.

Zuo Menggeng thought for a while, and suggested: "Such a large strategic layout and military mobilization, without a leader in the battle, I am afraid there will be chaos. Chief of Staff Liu, how about entrusting this battle to you?"

Liu Yiyuan was taken aback for a moment, then ecstatically.

"It couldn't be better."

When the new army became an army, Liu Yiyuan has been in charge of staff work.Except for the battle at Qingshuiguan, he had never been on the battlefield.

As a soldier, especially since he planned one battle after another, but he couldn't participate in it himself, it was always a pity.

Liu Yiyuan understood that Zuo Menggeng gave him the opportunity to make his name in history.

While being grateful, he secretly reminded himself that there must be no mistakes, and I am sorry for Zuo Menggeng's trust.

(End of this chapter)