Chapter 133 Zhu Gang’s plan is to deploy a strategic layout in depth on the sea, and also to march eastward to wipe out the Japanese pirates!

After all, which naval army dares to penetrate deep into the Bohai Sea?

As long as they enter the Yellow Sea, even if there is an invasion, there will be enough time to respond. As for the west, without the Northern Yuan Dynasty, if a war really breaks out, they can send troops from the grassland.

Moreover, in terms of location, the straight-line distance between Beiping Prefecture and the North Pole and the Equator is almost the same.

But if the capital is moved to Xi'an, looking at the map and according to the current territory, it seems to be in the middle position, but the biggest disadvantage of Xi'an is that it restricts its development.

Although the terrain is relatively flat as you go east, it is still extremely difficult to go west to Sichuan and Shu. If there is any problem, even if it is close, you will still be unable to enter Sichuan and Shu for decades.

So being close does not mean that it can be handled. This has been a problem from ancient times to the present. Even in later generations there are precedents. It is a tough nut to crack.

They couldn't take care of the west, let alone the sea, especially the sea, as the capital was far away from the sea, so two generations' attention was not enough.

After all, the capital was originally located in Beiping Prefecture in history, but due to ideological restrictions, the country began to close its doors to the outside world.

What Zhu Gang needs to do is to make a thousand-year plan.

In addition, through the sea, the territory of ancient times could expand to India and effective connections could be established.

Think about it, why the Yuan Dynasty had such a large territory to the west? It was because the grassland made it convenient to send troops to the Middle East, and Beijing was backed by Yanshan Mountain and had the Great Wall, so it was actually very stable.

In particular, making Beijing the capital can better promote the integration of the north and the south, but making Xi'an the capital will definitely not work.

No matter which direction the troops are sent from, two necessary factors cannot be avoided.

One is to send troops from the grassland, which means you have to form a cavalry; the other is to send troops from the sea, which means you have to form a navy.

The only thing left is to incorporate North Korea into the territory, so that a defensive posture can be formed with mountains on three sides and the sea on one side.

Especially in the geopolitics of Northeast Asia, such a geographical location has important strategic significance.

The mountains in the north of the peninsula serve as a natural barrier, while the coastline bordering the Sea of ​​Japan to the east and the Yellow Sea to the west provides vast sea space.

Moreover, establishing a military base on the boundary between the Bohai Sea and the Yellow Sea can not only strengthen maritime defense, but also enhance the ability to control the surrounding waters.

At the same time, building artillery batteries and naval supply points on these islands can support the deployment and operations of naval forces and ensure the safety of sea routes.

It can also serve as an outpost to increase warning time and deter potential maritime threats.

Realize a truly strategic layout in depth on the sea.

Furthermore, the proposal to move the capital to Beiping Prefecture and directly govern Tianjin, and to use Tianjin's geographical advantages to develop maritime transportation, was a strategic idea based on geographical conditions.

Later, Emperor Chengzu Zhu Di of the Ming Dynasty also implemented similar national policies.

That is to move the capital from Nanjing to Beiping Prefecture and rename it Beijing, while strengthening control over the northern border and paying attention to sea transportation.

In addition, Tianjin has naturally become an important port city due to its geographical location close to the Bohai Bay, playing a key role in promoting material exchanges between the north and the south and strengthening ties with overseas.

According to this reasoning, the Ming Dynasty could have entered the Age of Discovery ahead of time, thus leaving the rest of the world far behind.

But there were also drawbacks, that is, Peking was too cold and it was the Little Ice Age, so the location was good, but the timing was not good.

But if the Ming Dynasty owned the Indochina Peninsula, this problem could actually be ignored.

After all, the benefits of taking over the Indochina Peninsula are enormous.

First of all, owning the Indochina Peninsula is equivalent to owning a huge food reserve.

Secondly, the economic and strategic value is huge. Controlling the Indochina Peninsula means opening the gateway to Southeast Asia and the Indian Ocean.

It enhances the security of maritime trade routes, promotes economic prosperity, and provides more resources for national development.

In addition, this will increase strategic depth and buffer the military threat from the north.

As for cultural and political integration, taking the current world as an example, the Ming Dynasty occupies a dominant hegemonic position.

So there is no need to worry at all. As long as the Ming army goes there, Zhu Gang has almost ten thousand ways to completely incorporate the Indochina Peninsula into his territory.

Zhu Biao naturally understood what Zhu Gang meant and nodded immediately. Moving the capital to Beiping Prefecture was indeed a good idea.

"But if we move the capital to Beiping Prefecture, where should we move the fourth child to?"

Zhu Chong looked at Zhu Gang and Zhu Biao in confusion.

Beiping Prefecture was the vassal state of Prince of Yan Zhu Di, and also the location of the fourth son of their family's vassal state.

If the capital was set in Beiping Prefecture, where would Prince of Yan Zhu Di be moved to?

After all, that place has been the Yan territory since ancient times. It is impossible for Zhu Di to be unworthy of the reputation, right?

"Then I can give him a new title and transfer him to a vassal state, wouldn't that be enough?"

Zhu Gang and Zhu Biao both waved their hands indifferently.

For the sake of national justice, Zhu Di had no reason to refuse.

Moreover, how could the capital city be used as a vassal state? Therefore, once the capital was established in Beiping Prefecture, Zhu Di's vassal states would definitely have to be relocated.

Because the system of royal family princes would have to be reformed sooner or later, and Zhu Gang's plan for Zhu Di was to divide the overseas countries and enfeoff kings.

Therefore, it doesn’t really matter what title you hold in the Ming Dynasty; what matters is the future.

"Then in a few years, I can propose to the old man to move the capital to Beiping Prefecture."

Zhu Biao spoke again.

"How can it be that easy?"

"I'm afraid it will take another decade or so before the capital can be moved, because the strategic layout has only just begun."

"After we have cleared out Tubo, we will adopt a conciliatory policy towards U-Tsang. In fact, to a large extent, this is to stabilize the southwest border."

"Its strategic value cannot be ignored."

"But it cannot demonstrate its value in the current Ming Dynasty, so there is no need to start a war."

"What can really help our Ming Dynasty is to go straight out of Yunnan, take over Annan, Myanmar, and Laos, and thus control the entire Indochina Peninsula."

Zhu Gang's eyes sparkled again.

"Indochina?"

Zhu Biao and Zhu Chong said in unison.

At this time, there is no unified name for the Indochina Peninsula because it includes multiple countries and regimes.

So it is normal that Zhu Biao and Zhu Chong couldn’t figure it out.

"Because they are south of the Ming Dynasty, I call it the Indochina Peninsula."

Zhu Gang thought about it before speaking.

"Then why do we have to take over this so-called Indochina Peninsula?"

Zhu Biao nodded first, without paying too much attention, but asked instead.

"There is only one thing: we must take over Indochina."

When it comes to this, Zhu Gang spoke directly.

"Which point?"

Zhu Biao was also curious.

"I sent people to investigate. The climate in Indochina is warm and extremely suitable for growing food, so the food output there is huge."

"If we control the Indochina Peninsula, it can become the granary of our Ming Dynasty. And according to my estimation, there will be absolutely no problem in feeding the current population of Ming Dynasty."

"Plus, the Ming Dynasty also has grain production. With this double guarantee, the people of the Ming Dynasty will no longer have to go hungry."

"Moreover, the geographical location of the Indochina Peninsula is even more conducive to the deployment of the Great Ming's strategy." "So this Indochina Peninsula, no matter how many regimes and countries there are, must be destroyed and incorporated into the Great Ming."

Zhu Gang tightened his robe and spoke.

Food is always the focus of a country.

Because of food, the population can grow exponentially.

This is enough to reflect the value of the Indochina Peninsula, which can never be matched by U-Tsang.

"According to what you said, I am indeed very moved."

"But is it really as easy as you say to take over Indochina?"

There was a glimmer of excitement in Zhu Biao's eyes, but he still shook his head.

This is not about facing one regime, but facing many regimes.

So if they unite, can the Ming Dynasty really chew on this piece of meat bone?
I'm afraid it's not easy.

"Even if it is a tough nut to crack, the Ming Dynasty will have to chew it."

"And if no one leads the troops, then I will lead them."

Zhu Gang waved his hand.

After all, the plan has been set up for such a long time, how can we really let go just because of one difficult sentence?

Then wouldn’t Zhu Gang’s trip to the Ming Dynasty be in vain?
Moreover, the Ming Dynasty is now very strong, so strong that it is outrageous.

Therefore, it is actually not difficult to take over the Indochina Peninsula, and if you want to achieve a large-scale population integration, it will be even easier in the current era.

Another thing is that in this way, the Indochina Peninsula will always be inseparable from the Ming Dynasty, and future emperors will not want to give up these territories.

Then how could the Ming Dynasty not become strong after passing through generation after generation?

This world will eventually reach its peak of prosperity.

"Oh, and the reason why we left our uncles in the capital is also to prepare for the Indochina Peninsula."

"Because our uncles are all brave generals who have expanded our territory, so if we march from the land and take over the Indochina Peninsula, our uncles will have a place to use their talents."

"But their tempers really need to be changed, so as to avoid trouble in the future that will be difficult for us to deal with."

"So I plan to build a military-themed academy in the capital and send all of our uncles and talented generals in the army there."

"So as to turn them into high-ranking generals of the Ming Dynasty with certain military qualities."

"That is the Hongwu Military Academy, which was established in Yingtian Prefecture and recruited military talents from all over the world."

"If you want to get promoted and make money, please go elsewhere. If you are afraid of death, don't enter this door."

After a pause, Zhu Gang looked at Zhu Biao and said with a smile.

"Hongwu Military Academy?"

Zhu Biao's eyes flashed with thought, and he shook his head and said, "With the abilities of our uncles, who can teach them?"

There would definitely be no problem if Hongwu Military Academy cultivated young talents.

But if you want to train that group of old foxes to become killers on the battlefield, you are totally joking.

Which one of them is not a brave general who is good at conquering cities, seizing territories and expanding territory?

So who will teach them?
Who can teach them?

Not to mention whether these uncles and aunts will be obedient and cause trouble.

Even Zhu Biao didn't need to think about it. Once the Hongwu Military Academy was opened, this group of uncles and aunts would definitely make a big fuss, and then they would make all kinds of excuses to shirk responsibility and would definitely not report it.

"Which of the six founding dukes can't teach them?"

Zhu Gang's lips curled up into a meaningful smile.

"That's not a bad idea."

"But the Six Dukes are busy with government affairs and hold important positions. Do they really have time to teach our uncles?"

Zhu Chong nodded thoughtfully, but still raised his eyebrows.

The six founding dukes of the Ming Dynasty, especially now is the early days of the Ming Dynasty, so they all have important responsibilities.

And even if they could agree, their old man would never agree.

After all, sending all these generals to the Hongwu Military Academy would be beneficial for the future.

But it will definitely cause a great impact on the current court political system.

So we should not only consider long-term issues, but also immediate issues.

You can't really just focus on the head and ignore the butt.

"The Six Dukes were just intimidating, but we cannot deny the military attainments of our uncles. They are indeed very strong."

"So Hongwu Military Academy only has military theory, but practice makes perfect, so there are very few things that can be taught."

"But the question is, isn't the original intention of opening Hongwu College to improve their military literacy?"

"That is to say, we must strictly abide by military discipline and let them understand that the duty of a soldier is to defend the country, not for personal gain."

"This is a top priority."

"However, in the long run, the establishment of a military academy can also provide a steady stream of military talents for the Ming Dynasty."

“Thereby strengthening the centralization of power, strengthening the central government’s control over military forces and unified command, reducing the personal influence of local forces on the army, and thus consolidating the imperial power and the unity of the country.”

"It also promotes military technological innovation and concentrates resources on military science and technology research and teaching."

“For example, the improvement and use of firearms, the development of new tactics, etc., have accelerated the advancement of military technology and its popularization in the military.”

"Furthermore, by combining etiquette and military affairs, we can create soldiers who are both highly disciplined and loyal to the Ming Dynasty, and deepen the army's sense of identity with the Ming Dynasty and its sense of national mission."

"It can also promote military education and reduce unstable factors, so if you think about it, it's almost a hundred benefits with no harm."

Facing the two brothers' questions, Zhu Gang spoke again slowly.

To put it bluntly, the Huaixi nobles are very capable, but their quality is generally not high.

But in the next war, Ming Dynasty not only needs capable generals, but also generals with the same qualities and abilities.

Therefore, the Huaixi nobles either had to go one step further and possess military qualities that were almost comparable to those of later generations, or they could retire early.

After all, they have already boarded this ship, and all reforms are already determined, so the Ming Dynasty has no way out.

Either it lays the foundation for the prosperity of a thousand-year dynasty, or it ends up like in history, the Ming Dynasty which lasted only three hundred years.

But Zhu Gang, who had read about that cruel history, would never give up so easily.

The so-called foundation is only for the sake of strength.

However, this strength must not be a flash in the pan, but must be long-lasting. Even if the Central Plains falls and the Ming Dynasty is overthrown in the future, it is we who have to fight for it.

Rather than foreign races invading the Central Plains.

As his mind went on, Zhu Gang looked towards the northeast again, with a hint of complexity and hatred that was difficult to calm down in his eyes.

Whether it is the Jianzhou Jurchens or the small island Fuso.

The Ming Dynasty was also bound to move eastward, especially to Fuso.

I will never return until the Japanese pirates are destroyed!
(End of this chapter)