Chapter 1572: Battle Preparations
Daqin. The Daqin of that year was so similar to the Daqin of today.""That time, you were successful. Before the war began, you told the Jin Dynasty the same thing: both countries would launch attacks...Chapter 1572: Battle Preparations
This remark caused the questioning general to smile sheepishly, lower his head and dare not respond, before retreating.
Just kidding, military power is indeed a good thing. When it comes to soldiering and warfare, strength and authority depend on how many troops one commands.
This cannon fodder's military power is clearly meant to be sent to the battlefield to die.
Only a madman would try to seize such military power.
Yehli Shenxuan let out a cold snort and said, “I’ve made my decision. I hope you show less questioning and more obedience. In this regard, none of you compare to the unquestioning loyalty of the Guzha tribe.”
His gaze swept over the many generals present, seeing them all lower their heads and dare not meet his eyes. Only then did Yelü Shenxuan's grim expression improve slightly.
But at the same time, he was also a little disappointed.
Using the Guza tribe as vanguard, this was certainly a way to leverage their courage and martial prowess, maximizing their value as cannon fodder. However, it also highlighted an issue that Yelü Shenxuan had to confront.
The Liao army, in reality, didn't have many usable talents.
While the soldiers below are individually brave and skilled, those of common birth face an insurmountable barrier to promotion once they reach higher ranks. Becoming a centurion or a thousand-man commander is already the limit.
The position of general, had already been monopolized by the nobility for many years.
This situation was common throughout the Liao Dynasty.
The good positions were all monopolized by the nobility, cutting off the upward path for ordinary people.
Noble families sent their offspring to the best, most lucrative positions, accumulating seniority and achievements, then returning to continue climbing the ranks. A tacit alliance formed as everyone helped each other's sons and nephews.
Thus, the talent selection in Liao kingdom became a joke.
Even if an ordinary person is capable, without the right background, they will not have the opportunity.
And national governance and the military require specialized professionals.
But can you expect that group of nobles to cultivate any good talent
Now, the Liao kingdom has begun to experience a situation where there is a gap between social classes and a decline in talented individuals.
Even though Yelü Shenxuan personally led this army of six hundred thousand, at this moment, inside the camp, almost all those qualified to stand here and listen to his orders were noble descendants.
And among these aristocratic youths, there were very few who could truly be said to know how to use the military.
Attention everyone.
Yelü Shenxuan suppressed his thoughts. How to govern the Liao Kingdom and improve its current problems would have to wait for later. Right now, the most important thing was to win this decisive battle.
"This time, the final battle will be commanded by me personally."
Of course, no one objected to what Yelu Shenxuan said.
"Attacking Moonlit Pass is no stranger to you all. The pass has high and thick walls, and it's deep, so we can only choose a strong attack. This time, I plan to launch an offensive from the east, north, and west gates simultaneously. Among them, the east gate is the key point."
"Now, the army has about 490,000 soldiers available."
Yelü Shenxuan gritted his teeth and said, "150,000 for the left wing, attack the North Gate, 150,000 for the right wing, attack the West Gate, 50,000 vanguard troops, directly attack the East Gate, leaving 100,000 as the central army, and another 40,000 as reserve troops to provide support and reinforcement to the left and right wings at any time."
As soon as Yelu Shenxuan issued his order, someone immediately realized something was amiss.
"May I ask, since the East Gate is the main target of attack, why are only 50,000 vanguard troops attacking Shouldn't we concentrate a larger force advantage and attack the East Gate together" uncle in the stomach, roaring, "Do you take me for a beggar I've been sitting here for ages, and not even a cup of hot tea! Do you look down on me!""Something like a dog, and you dare look down on th...