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#文章首发挑战赛##长文创作激励计划#在历史的长河中, the legendary story of Zhu Yuanzhang's rise from a grass people and the final establishment of the Ming Dynasty is remarkable. And in his journey to conquer the world, many subordinates who can fight well are undoubtedly the key to his success. However, the day was decided, but the tragedy of "the cunning rabbit died, the lackey cooked" was staged, this ending makes people think deeply, why did these heroic generals not predict?
At the end of the Yuan Dynasty, the world was in turmoil, the people were struggling to make a living, and the flames of the Red Turban Army uprising burned all over the land. Zhu Yuanzhang was born poor and threw himself into this turbulent wave. A group of brave and resourceful generals gradually gathered around him, such as Chang Yuchun, Xu Da, Tang He, etc.
Often in spring, brave and unparalleled, charging into battle as if entering a no-man's land, famous on the battlefield. Xu Da, wise and brave, good at strategy, commanding the army to perform miraculous feats. Tang He is cautious and loyal to Zhu Yuanzhang.
In that turbulent era, these generals fought side by side with Zhu Yuanzhang against the Yuan army and other forces. In the baptism of blood and fire, they showed extraordinary courage and military talent.
For example, in the Battle of Poyang Lake, Zhu Yuanzhang's troops were in an extremely dangerous situation in the face of Chen Youliang's powerful naval army. Chang Yuchun took the lead and led the warship into the enemy formation, disrupting the deployment of the enemy army, and making great contributions to the final victory.
Xu Da in the Northern Expedition to the Central Plains, carefully planned, commanded, overthrew the rule of the Yuan Dynasty in one fell swoop, and enabled Zhu Yuanzhang to dominate the world.
As the war progressed, Zhu Yuanzhang's power continued to grow, and he eventually ascended to the throne. However, just as the world was decided, the situation began to change subtly.
As the emperor, Zhu Yuanzhang is well aware of the importance of power. He was worried that these generals with great military achievements would support their own troops, threatening his throne and the stability of the Zhu family.
At the same time, the political struggle in the imperial court became increasingly fierce. In order to compete for power, some civil servants constantly slandered Zhu Yuanzhang and exaggerated the potential threat of the generals.
In this context, the limitations of the generals themselves gradually emerged. Most of them came from reckless backgrounds and were proficient in military affairs, but they lacked sufficient understanding and vigilance against the complexity of politics and the sinister nature of people's hearts.
They thought that their military exploits were enough to ensure the glory and wealth of their lives, and they failed to detect Zhu Yuanzhang's suspicion in time.
For example, after Lan Yu returned from the Northern Expedition, he was proud of his achievements and indulged in his behavior, which caused great dissatisfaction among Zhu Yuanzhang. And he didn't realize that his actions had touched the emperor's sensitive nerves.
Moreover, the relationship between the generals is not monolithic. In times of war, they can unite for a common goal, but in times of peace, in the struggle for power and interests, internal contradictions gradually intensify.
This made it impossible for them to form effective unity and resistance in the face of Zhu Yuanzhang's suppression.
Tang He, the general who first followed Zhu Yuanzhang, may be one of the few people who is aware of the situation. He took the initiative to hand over the military power, said goodbye to the old man and returned to his hometown, and was able to die a good death. But many more generals did not have such acumen and wisdom.
When Zhu Yuanzhang began a large-scale purge of heroes, many generals were caught off guard. The Hu Weiyong case and the Lan Yu case were widely implicated, and countless generals were killed.
Heroes who once stood mighty on the battlefield are now victims of power struggles.
For example, Fu Youde, a general who made great achievements for the Ming Dynasty, finally died unjustly under the persecution of Zhu Yuanzhang.
This ending is not only the personal tragedy of these generals, but also the sorrow of that era.
On a deeper level, this reflects the inevitable result of the high concentration of power under the feudal monarchy. Emperors would often do anything to eliminate potential threats in order to consolidate their rule.
And after the generals laid the foundation for the emperor, it was difficult for them to find a suitable home.
At the same time, it also reveals the complexity of human nature. Zhu Yuanzhang can live and die with the generals when he starts a business, but when he has power in his hands, it is difficult for him to tolerate others sharing his authority.
However, we cannot just blame Zhu Yuanzhang's suspicions and the negligence of the generals. The development of history is the result of the interaction of many factors.
The social environment, political system, and cultural traditions of the time all contributed to the occurrence of this tragedy to a certain extent.
Looking back on this period of history, we can't help but feel sorry for the fate of these generals. Their bravery and prowess on the battlefield stand in stark contrast to the tragic end they end.
This also makes us deeply realize that in the game of thrones, force and military exploits alone cannot guarantee long-term security and glory.
At the same time, it also reminds us to learn from history and think about how to keep a clear head in a complex political environment and avoid repeating the mistakes of the past.
In short, the failure of the generals under Zhu Yuanzhang's command to predict the outcome of "the cunning rabbit dies, and the lackeys cook" is a complex issue involving many factors such as history, politics, and human nature.
By delving into this history, we can better understand the past and also provide useful insights for the present and the future.
When we analyze more deeply the phenomenon that Zhu Yuanzhang's generals failed to predict their own ends, we need to extend and discuss from multiple dimensions such as the power structure of the feudal dynasty, the evolution of the military system, and social and cultural psychology.
In the power structure of feudal dynasties, the exclusivity and absoluteness of imperial power are its core characteristics. As the founding monarch of the Ming Dynasty, Zhu Yuanzhang had an extremely strong desire to control power. He rose from the bottom of society and went through countless hardships and dangers to ascend to the throne, knowing that power is not easy to come by. Therefore, in his mind, anything that might threaten the stability of imperial power must be eliminated.
And those generals who can fight well have heavy troops in their hands, and in wartime, their military talent and strength are a powerful guarantee for Zhu Yuanzhang to seize the world. But the world is stable, but these forces have become a hidden worry in Zhu Yuanzhang's heart.
For example, in the early years of the Ming Dynasty, the system of guards was in place so that control of the army was highly concentrated in the hands of the emperor. However, some generals have built up deep personal prestige and power in the army during their long campaigns. This potential risk of "military power falling" made it difficult for Zhu Yuanzhang to sleep.
From the perspective of the evolution of the military system, the military command system in the early Ming Dynasty failed to be adjusted and reformed in a timely and effective manner after the end of the war. In times of war, in order to cope with the rapidly changing battlefield situation, generals often have greater independent decision-making power and command power.
But in peacetime, this excessive concentration of power could easily arouse the suspicion of the emperor. Moreover, as the war decreases, the status and treatment of the army may decline, and the generals may take some radical measures to protect their own interests and those of their subordinates, thus further intensifying the contradictions with the imperial power.
For example, some generals may try to obtain resources for the army by interfering in local government affairs or economic activities, which will undoubtedly violate the taboo of imperial power.
In terms of social and cultural psychology, there has long been a concept of "high merit and high power" in ancient Chinese society. The great exploits of the generals earned them a great reputation and prestige among the people, and this prestige may even surpass that of the emperor.
In the minds of the people, the image of the generals was tall and heroic, which was a potential threat to the imperial power. Popular support may have given the generals the illusion that their exploits were sufficient to keep them safe, ignoring the emperor's inner turmoil and jealousy.
In addition, the generals' own personality traits and values also affect their judgment of the situation to a certain extent. Some generals were bold and outspoken, not good at figuring out the emperor's thoughts, and unwilling to compromise and back down in political struggles.
For example, Li Wenzhong, as Zhu Yuanzhang's nephew, has made outstanding achievements, but because of his upright personality, he has spoken out many times, which finally caused Zhu Yuanzhang's dissatisfaction and ended up with a tragic ending.
At the same time, the political environment after the establishment of the Ming Dynasty became increasingly complex, and party struggles within the bureaucracy continued. For the sake of their own interests, some civil officials deliberately stirred up the relationship between the emperor and the generals, which aggravated the contradictions between the two sides.
In this complex political whirlpool, generals often find it difficult to distinguish friend from foe, and they are easy to fall victim to political struggles.
Looking at economic factors again, in the early Ming Dynasty, the country needed a lot of resources to restore and develop the economy. The generals amassed a lot of wealth and land during the war, and became an important economic force in society.
In order to achieve the redistribution of resources and strengthen the central government's control over the economy, Zhu Yuanzhang may liquidate and deprive the generals of their property. To a certain extent, this has also led to the deterioration of relations between the two sides.
In addition, differences in educational and cultural backgrounds put the generals at a disadvantage in political struggles. Most of them came from military backgrounds and lacked systematic cultural education and political strategy training.
In contrast, the civil bureaucracy in the imperial court was adept at using power and wordplay, and it was easier for them to gain the upper hand in political struggles.
Looking back on history, we can find that the similar phenomenon of "cunning rabbits die, lackeys cook" is not unique to the Ming Dynasty. In many dynasties in ancient China, there were examples of the founding heroes who suffered bad luck after the regime was secured.
This reflects the cruelty and inevitability of the power struggle under the feudal system.
However, we cannot completely deny the positive role of Zhu Yuanzhang and his regime in history. The establishment of the Ming Dynasty put an end to the chaotic situation at the end of the Yuan Dynasty and brought a certain degree of stability and development to society.
Zhu Yuanzhang's political, economic, and legal reforms also laid the foundation for the prosperity of the Ming Dynasty.
We should learn from the experiences of those ill-fated generals. In a complex political environment, it is necessary not only to be brave and resourceful, but also to judge the situation and understand the nature and rules of power.
At the same time, it is also a reminder that a healthy society should be based on fairness, justice and the rule of law, avoiding excessive concentration and abuse of power, in order to safeguard the rights and dignity of everyone.
In short, the fate of the generals under Zhu Yuanzhang is a complex and multifaceted historical phenomenon, which involves factors in many fields such as politics, military, economy, and culture.
Through in-depth study and reflection on this history, we can better understand the operating mechanism of feudal society and the complexity of human nature, and provide valuable reference and enlightenment for the development of today's society.