Why didn t Zhu Yuanzhang appoint Zhu Di, who was both civil and military, as his heir?The reason is

Mondo History Updated on 2024-01-23

Zhu Di asZhu YuanzhangThe son of King Yan has lived in the era of war since he was a child. When he was still young, he was named King Yan and marriedXu Da's eldest daughter as a wife. At the age of 20, Zhu Di became the leader of the vassal kings, leading the King of Yan, the King of Jin, and the King of SuKing Qinand other feudal states, taking on the important task of guarding the border to resist the Mongol invasion, and was honored as the king of Sai. Zhu YuanzhangAllowing them to have a large number of guards, Zhu Di, the king of Yan, could command an army of up to 300,000 people, and had the right to independently adjudicate the affairs of the army, large and small, and only major decisions were neededZhu YuanzhangReport. In a battle in 1390, Zhu Di showed his strategic wisdom and fighting ability. He ordered his soldiers to brave the wind and snow in the face of heavy snowfall, and successfully surrounded but not annihilated the enemy general Naer Buhua and captured him, showing excellent command skills and tactical vision.

Zhu Di is not only good at military strategy, but also a ruler who is both civil and military. He's masterfulCalligraphy, painting, ** and so onArtform, profound literary accomplishment. He loved literature, about antiquityCultureHe has a wide range of texts, and through his own efforts he has become an excellent poet andCalligraphyFamily. He also advocated the development of science and technology, advocatingAgriculture, the development of handicrafts and commerce, which made a positive contribution to the prosperity of the country.

Despite Zhu Di's military andCultureaspects have excellent performances, but he is still beenZhu YuanzhangExcluded from heirs. This is mainly because Zhu Di's mother is notZhu Yuanzhangof the concubineQueen of Horses, but of an ethnic minorityMongolianWoman. Zhu YuanzhangThe first three sons wereQueen of Horseswas born, and Zhu Di's mother has a special identity and lives in a different atmosphere.

Zhu YuanzhangIn order to maintain the legitimacy and purity of the royal family, the identity requirements for the concubine are very strict, Zhu Di's motherMongolianThe origin of the Qi clan does not meet this requirement. Moreover, the Qi family was given death after giving birth to Zhu Di, the specific reason is unknown, but this incident affected Zhu Di's status. Zhu YuanzhangThe fact that Zhu Di's mother was an ethnic minority could not be accepted, and then excluded from the scope of heirs.

Although Zhu Di did not becomeZhu Yuanzhangbut he did not give up on his career, but constantly worked hard for his opportunities. InZhu YuanzhangAfter his death, Zhu Di participated in his brotherZhu BiaowithZhu YunwenThe war for the throne between them, and finally succeeded in ascending to the throne after a long struggle, becomingMing Chengzu

AsMing ChengzuZhu Di implemented a series of reforms and policies to promote the country's development and prosperity. He implemented a policy of economy, straightened out the finances, lightened the burden on the people, and vigorously developed commerce and handicrafts for the Ming DynastyEconomyProsperity has made an important contribution. He pays attention toAgricultureProduction, improvementFarmersand through the reform of the military system, the country's military strength was enhanced.

In short, although Zhu Di encountered obstacles on the road to becoming the heir, he finally succeeded with his ability and hard work. With his outstanding military prowess and ability to rule, he became a well-established oneCultureRulers with cultivated and military talents made important contributions to the prosperity of the Ming Dynasty. Although his identity and his mother's background caused certain restrictions, this did not stop him from pursuing his dreams and career development. His story tells us that no matter what your status, as long as you have talent and hard work, you will definitely be able to fight for opportunities for yourself and realize your values and goals.

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