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But to make the dragon city fly will not teach Humadu Yin Mountain. This passionate verse is believed to be familiar to many people. However, when it comes to the "Dragon City Flying General" in the verse, we usually think of the Han general Li Guang. In reality, however, this answer is not entirely correct. Because "Dragon City Flying General" does not only refer to Li Guang, there is a saying that Wei Qing is as famous as Li Guang, and another theory is that all generals who protect their families and defend the country can be honored as Dragon City Flying Generals.
Why is Dragon City Wei Qing?
Wei Qing was not from a prominent background, he once served Princess Pingyang with his sister Wei Zifu, and his main task was to protect Princess Pingyang's safety. However, Wei Zifu's talent attracted the attention of Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty, and Wei Qing was given the opportunity to change his identity.
At that time, the Xiongnu was a nightmare for the emperors and people of all dynasties. Due to their diet and Xi, the Xiongnu were generally stronger, and as nomads, their cavalry was much more effective than the Han infantry. When the Xiongnu went south and directly sent troops to the valley, Wei Qing led 10,000 soldiers and horses to block the Xiongnu, which was the first time Wei Qing led his troops to fight and also established his position.
The royal court of the Xiongnu is located in the Dragon City, deep in the desert. For many years, it was difficult for Central Plains soldiers to reach this place. Wei Qing not only found the location of Longcheng, but also avoided the Xiongnu stationed soldiers, and successfully achieved a victory in the sacred place of the Xiongnu, and the whole army retreated safely.
The war brought down the Huns, who were known for their invincibility, from the altar and greatly boosted the morale of the people of the Han Dynasty. Starting from the victory in Longcheng, Wei Qing led 30,000 troops to attack Yanmen Pass in the next few years, and then led 40,000 troops to recover the Hetao area, capturing thousands of Xiongnu people and millions of cattle and sheep.
After the Hetao area was recovered by Wei Qing, Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty made it a first-line area to fight against the Xiongnu, and immigrated 100,000 people to the area, developing the Hetao area into an important strategic location against the Xiongnu.
The bumpy experience of General Li Guang of Fei.
In comparison, Li Guang's experience was not as smooth as Wei Qing's. Li Guang was born into a prestigious family, and showed excellent combat talent since he was a child, especially in weapons. Under the shroud of the aura of his ancestors, and Li Guang did have the ability to lead the troops, he made a lot of contributions in the process of pacifying the vassal king.
However, Li Guang accepted a reward from King Xiao of Liang after making a meritorious service, an act that directly angered Emperor Jing of Han, causing him to be demoted to the mountains. It wasn't until Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty planned to send troops to the Xiongnu that Li Guang got the opportunity to be reconsidered.
In the Xiongnu attack on Shanggu, Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty sent Wei Qing, Li Guang, Gongsun He, and Gongsun Ao to each lead 10,000 soldiers and horses, with the intention of testing their individual abilities. As a result, the four suffered very differently, Wei Qing became famous in the battle of Longcheng, Gongsun He led his troops to counterattack before encountering the Xiongnu, Gongsun Ao retreated in defeat, and Li Guang faced the multi-way encirclement of the Huns, and 10,000 soldiers and horses could not play a role, so they could only flee in a hurry.
This battle directly highlighted the difference in individual abilities, Wei Qing became the first person to fight against the Xiongnu, while Li Guang's career suffered a major setback. Especially in the later Hexi Campaign, Li Guang took the lead in the battle but was defeated and almost abandoned.
The legendary duel between Wei Qing and Li Guang.
After many victories against the Xiongnu, Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty had the ambition to completely exterminate the Xiongnu and was determined to select excellent generals to completely solve the Xiongnu problem. However, Li Guang was not selected into this battle plan, and it was not until he learned that Emperor Wu of Han was preparing to go to the Xiongnu that he hurriedly recommended himself to Emperor Wu of Han, and finally got the opportunity to participate in the fight against the Xiongnu.
The original plan was for Wei Qing to attack Zuo Xianwang's troops, Huo Qubing to attack the main forces of the Xiongnu, and Li Guang to surround them behind enemy lines. However, Wei Qing unexpectedly encountered the main force of the Xiongnu.
Facing the main force of the enemy army, Wei Qing responded calmly, blocking the route of the Xiongnu's advance with vehicles, while providing some protection for his own army, ordering the soldiers to release arrows to consume the opponent's cavalry. Under the strategic guidance of Wei Qing, the Hun cavalry could not advance and could only reach a stalemate.
Unexpectedly, a strong wind suddenly blew, and vision became blurry. Taking advantage of this opportunity, Wei Qing sent soldiers to surround the main force of the Xiongnu, as long as Li Guang arrived on time, he would be able to completely annihilate the main force of the Xiongnu, thus solving his worries.
However, unexpectedly, Li Guang did not arrive on time and was lost in the desert. By the time Li Guang and Wei Qing rendezvous, the battle was over, and although the victory was achieved, the main Xiongnu force successfully broke through and was not annihilated in one fell swoop.
This war was of great significance to Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty, and Li Guang knew that due to his own reasons, it led to the failure of Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty's plan to exterminate the Xiongnu, so he chose to kill himself to end his life.
Summary: Although Li Guang experienced unsatisfactory circumstances in several battles, he experienced more than seventy battles in his lifetime. Although the ending is embarrassing, his spirit of fighting against the Xiongnu is still commendable. Therefore, "Dragon City Flying General" refers to Wei Qing and Li Guang on the one hand, and is a general term for all the warriors who fought against the Huns on the other. This heroic and legendary story will always inspire future generations to move forward bravely and sacrifice their lives for the country.
This article tells the experience of Wei Qing and Li Guang in the process of fighting against the Xiongnu, showing the heroic legend of the two generals under different destinies. Through delicate descriptions, the text vividly outlines the distinct personalities and different battle fates of the two generals, Wei Qing and Li Guang.
First of all, Wei Qing, with his humble background and tenacious perseverance, became an outstanding general in the fight against the Xiongnu. His heroic performance in the Battle of Longcheng broke the habitual thinking that the Central Plains soldiers could not reach the core area of the Xiongnu for generations. With a firm will and excellent military strategy, Wei Qing was calm in front of the main force of the Xiongnu, and finally successfully surrounded the main force of the Xiongnu through strategic planning and skillful use of terrain, and achieved a strategic victory for the Han Dynasty. This description not only shows Wei Qing's resourcefulness, but also shows his loyalty and responsibility for the safety of the country.
In contrast, Li Guang's experience seems bumpy and tortuous. Although he came from a famous family and had a remarkable talent for fighting, he was in trouble because of the reward of King Liang Xiao. Li Guang's defeats in many battles, especially the depiction of his disorientation in the Xiongnu War, highlight his lack of military strategy and leadership. However, despite a series of setbacks, Li Guang showed tenacious perseverance in the fight against the Xiongnu, constantly expressed his loyalty to Emperor Wu of Han, and finally gained the opportunity to re-engage in the Xiongnu war. His mistake in the final battle, while regrettable, also underscores his deep concern for the rise and fall of his country.
The whole article skillfully compares the two generals, Wei Qing and Li Guang, and profoundly reflects the important influence of personal ability, background and opportunity on the fate of a general. At the same time, this also shows the historical style of ancient China's resistance to foreign enemies in the process of narrating the heroic legend. The article uses vivid language to allow readers to immerse themselves in the scene and feel the passion and glory of history. Such stories not only have historical value, but also inspire us today, encouraging us to maintain perseverance and courage in the face of difficulties and pressures, and strive for our country, our families, and our ideals.
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