The system of the Golden Red Card is good, but it is based on strength. Without strong national strength and military power, the Golden Red Card will be of little use, or even a joke.
For example, in the early Jiajing period, the Mengyang chieftains Silunjiumubangyiweihanlie sent troops and elephants to attack Burma, defeating them severely, killing and looting countless people, and dividing up their territory. At that time, the Ming Dynasty's mediation with a gold-lettered red card was ineffective.
When the Mangshwe tribe of Myanmar rose to power, they hoped that the Ming Dynasty would recognize them and grant them official positions. However, the Ming Dynasty was negligent and indecisive, which aroused Myanmar's dissatisfaction and led to Myanmar's independence.
It was also during the middle of the Jiajing period that the destruction of the Ming Dynasty's golden-letter red card system and its improper handling of Myanmar prompted Myanmar to break away from the Ming Dynasty. Mang Ruiti proclaimed himself king, established his own regime, expanded his power, and began to become an enemy of the Ming Dynasty.
Creating a red card with gold lettering was a piece of cake, and distributing it wasn't difficult either. But when the card didn't work, it was a slap in the face.
It's not my face, it's the face and dignity of the Ming Empire.
The emperor's gaze fixed, and he put the red card with gold letters back with some reluctance and helplessness.
In the southwest, or in Yunnan, the strength of the Ming army is not strong enough, and the issuance of the red card with gold letters will have to wait for some time.
If it has no effect after being issued, it would be better not to issue it, as it would only cause a loss of prestige for the Ming Empire.
Yunnan, plagued by horrific malaria and densely packed jungles, is similarly plagued by unbearable heat, mosquitoes, and complex terrain, with tropical and subtropical jungles being even more terrifying.
The environment, climate, water and soil, miasma, poisonous insects... these are the most dangerous and complex enemies, not the fighting power of those barbarians.
Therefore, the chieftain soldiers in Yunnan were the most suitable ready-made troops. The Ming army had to be stationed there for a long time and live in Yunnan for a period of time before they could adapt.
Of course, it doesn't have to be Yunnan. Southwest Guizhou, Guangxi, and Sichuan also have similar environments and climates. In other words, these provinces can also train elite divisions suitable for subtropical jungle warfare.
Sharpening the knife does not delay the chopping of wood! You can’t eat hot tofu in a hurry!
The Emperor slowly closed the drawer until the gold medal with scarlet letters disappeared from sight.
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The capital city is still immersed in the New Year celebrations, even though it is already the fifth day of the New Year.
It was at this time that Mao Wenlong and others entered the capital. The long-lost feeling suddenly arose, and Gou Zhenhuai felt it even stronger than Mao Wenlong.
The reason is very simple. Mao Wenlong had not been to the capital for more than 20 years, and his impression of it was already mostly vague, while Gou Zhenhuai had only been there for a few years.
Even from a distance, Mao Wenlong's heart was already wavering. The capital city, towering in the snow, was majestic and magnificent, demonstrating the majesty and power of the empire.
"It has been renovated." Gou Zhenhuai said with emotion: "The imperial capital of our Ming Dynasty should be just as majestic and majestic as this, so that all the barbarians can submit to it."
Mao Wenlong nodded, and also sighed at the financial resources of the court and the strength of the country.
Of course, they didn't know that this was the imperial court's work-for-relief program, using the thousands of Liao people who had entered the pass to repair the city walls. In addition, there was also the clearing of the ruins of the three main halls and the construction of facilities within the capital.
It could be said that the capital, from its interior to its exterior, was quite different from what it had been a few years before. While I wouldn't dare mention anything else, the emperor dared to claim that its cleanliness, order, and stability were world-class.
From the missionaries, the emperor also knew the current state of European cities, which could be best described as dirty, messy and poor.
When Mao Wenlong, Gou Zhenhuai and others entered the city, their eyes lit up.
The wide roads, clean streets, and shops along the streets, even though the roads are covered with snow, one can still see the orderliness.
The emperor designed and planned the paved sidewalks on both sides of the road, which allowed pedestrians to walk on them without blocking the road and were safe.
Some shops were closed, while others were still open. Even those that were closed had bright red couplets posted and lanterns hung, while those that were open were even more decorated with lights and colorful lanterns.
Mao Wenlong pretended to be reserved. He did not turn his head hard to look around, but took in the prosperous scene.
Gou Zhenhuai was very surprised. He was from the Jinyiwei, but what he saw was order in the midst of prosperity.
The capital city was home to many royal families, nobles, and high-ranking officials, as well as numerous wealthy merchants, most of whom had strong connections and patronage. The number of common people traveling north and south was even greater, yet there was no sense of chaos or, more accurately, disorder.
Gou Zhenhuai certainly didn't know that the commander of the Five Cities Army was Lu Xiangsheng, a man who was fair, honest, and extremely strict with his subordinates. More importantly, he had the full support of the emperor.
Whether they were members of the royal family, nobles, or commoners, anyone who broke the law would be punished, and the Five Cities Military Commission was ruthless. In fact, the more noble one's status, the more severe the punishment.
In their own thoughts, Mao Wenlong and his companions went to the Ministry of War to report. Although it was still a holiday, there were still people on duty at the Ministry of War and they had been notified to wait for Mao Wenlong and his companions.
After the report was completed, Mao Wenlong and others arrived at the inn and were arranged to stay.
"The New Year isn't over yet. If we continue working normally, we'll have to wait a few more days, right?" Gou Zhenhuai wasn't very sure. He wanted to visit relatives and friends.
Mao Wenlong thought for a moment, then saluted and said, "Your Majesty is diligent and has paid close attention to Liaodong. It's hard to say when to summon you."
Gou Zhenhuai nodded and said, "It's okay. There is no curfew in the capital anymore, which is much more convenient."
The palace would be closed and locked at night, and unless there was something extremely urgent, the ministers would not be summoned to the palace for an audience at night.
Mao Wenlong understood Gou Zhenhuai's meaning and was also tempted to take a stroll around the prosperous capital.
"It's getting late, shall we go for a walk outside?" Gou Zhenhuai saw what Mao Wenlong was thinking and said with a smile, "Although I've been away for several years, I'm sure some good places are still there. I can still serve as a guide."
Mao Wenlong was still hesitating, but the guards below looked over with eagerness.
Mao Wenlong laughed heartily, glanced at everyone, and said, "Just as you wish, you will see the prosperity of the capital."
After a pause, Mao Wenlong solemnly reminded, "Remember, this is the Emperor's territory. Please behave yourself. Anyone who dares to cause trouble will be punished mercilessly by military law."
They were all rough soldiers. Mao Wenlong also knew that there were many powerful and noble officials in the capital, and it would be troublesome if he offended any of them.
Moreover, the emperor's thoughts were unpredictable, and it was unclear who would be given the military power in Liaodong.
Mao Wenlong and Gou Zhenhuai didn't know that before they entered the capital, the emperor already knew their specific itinerary and the approximate time of their arrival.
The emperor had already chosen a candidate for the military command of Liaodong, and it was basically confirmed to be Mao Wenlong. Of course, entering the palace for an audience was also a test, but it was not the decisive factor.
People's thoughts will change, their temperaments and personalities will change, this is determined by the environment.
But the emperor believed that a strict and reasonable system was the most reliable and more reliable than judging a person's nature after meeting him once or twice.
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