709. Theory of War (II)
Jingwen very toothlessly took out the later "Theory of War" and used it as his own military work. Anyway, Clausewitz, the author of the war theory in this era, was not born at all, and the Germans in this era were still barbaric, so it was naturally impossible to come out and sue Jingwen for plagiarism. As for Jing Wen, he directly took out "On War" and used it as one of the important teaching materials for educating military cadets in the future. The theory of war is called the Western Art of War, which represents the highest level in Western military writings.
And even in later generations, there is actually a great debate about who is better in "The Art of War" or "On War". However, no one has been able to convince anyone, which shows that the two are actually different. In fact, it is the difference between the two civilizations that has caused different results. Between civilizations, no one can really think that anyone is higher than the other, because both sides have times of strength and decline. Moreover, the time when these two books were written, the situation at that time, and the means and methods of warfare were different, so they cannot be used as horizontal comparisons. When Sun Tzu's Art of War was written, it was still the era of cold weapons. But now, under Jingwen's golden finger, the initial firearms have been realized, but the theory of war may be more suitable for this era.
Of course, it is impossible for Jingwen to copy the theory of war, because there are many weapons and tactics in the theory of war that are not suitable for the current Tang Dynasty. So, Jingwen just got some of it out, and then took out those tactics that could adapt to this era. As for those things that are just not suitable for the present, they must be taken out step by step after a period of time, or even decades, after the development of military equipment, so as not to arouse everyone's suspicion.
After a few days, Jingwen finally got this reduced version of the war theory out, and Jingwen immediately found this war theory to Li Jing, who was known as the god of the Tang Dynasty. After all, a book of the art of war is not good. The best way to do that is to find the military experts of the time to verify. And Li Jing is the current god of war in Datang, so naturally we have to find him for verification.
"Master, this is the 'Book of War' sent by Jingwen, he asks Master to taste it!" Li Jing's housekeeper said.
Now that Li Jing has destroyed the Turks, he has begun to gradually relax. According to the original history, after Li Jing defeated the Turks, he happened to meet Du Ruhui who died, so he relied on military merits to serve as the prime minister. As for why the eldest grandson Wuji was not able to become prime minister after killing Du Ruhui in the original history, this Jingwen also doesn't know. But. Now that Du Ruhui is not dead, Li Jing cannot be the prime minister, I have to say that it is the tragedy that Jingwen brought to him.
Li Jing is very sad now, and he can't go up or down in his official position, so he is very embarrassed. Therefore, Li Jing may know that it is more difficult for him to be promoted, so he began to take the initiative to semi-retire. Now Li Jing rarely manages military affairs. It's not enough to recuperate at home and live your own idle life.
I have to say that Jing Wen killed Li Jing. not only saved Du Ruhui, but also cleaned up Tuyuhun. Originally, in history, the Tang Dynasty would attack Tuyuhun two years later. But in the current situation of Tuyuhun, I am afraid that it is impossible to have the courage to offend Datang, so Tuyuhun will be very honest in the future. Therefore, Li Jing's last chance to exert his residual heat was completely lost by Jingwen. Of course. Li Jing didn't know at all now, otherwise he would really hate Jingwen to death.
"You don't seem to be too keen on Jingwen's military book!" Li Jing asked.
But the butler said, "Sir." How can Jingwen compare with you? Didn't he just get lucky enough to fight once under you, and once with the weak brigade of the Tibetans? How can I compare to you, and you have made great contributions to my Datang to pacify the world? β
"You look down on him, maybe I can live my life, but he can make the Tang Dynasty army dominate for centuries! Show me his book! Li Jing said.
"This ......"
The housekeeper gave Jingwen's war theory to Li Jing and asked Li Jing to take a look.
And Li Jing took the initiative to look at it, and then said, "Go and call Jingwen!" β
"I've seen General Lee!" Jingwen and Xiao Wei met Li Jing together.
"Jingwen, is this the art of war you wrote?" Li Jing asked.
"Yes, I wrote a theory of war, and I asked General Li to taste it!" Jingwen said.
At this time, Xiao Wei took the initiative to dismantle the stage and said: "Jingwen said that the war theory he compiled is no less than Sun Tzu's Art of War!" β
Jingwen was immediately ashamed, this Xiao Wei actually said it so directly. Originally, Jingwen just wanted to brag, but now Xiao Wei actually said this in front of Li Jing, which made Jingwen a little faceless. And in doing so, will it make Li Jing feel like he is bragging? After all, Sun Tzu's Art of War has a very unusual place in the minds of Chinese generals. When the time comes, Li Jing is afraid that he will spray himself to death, saying that he does not know whether he is alive or dead.
However, to Jingwen's surprise, Li Jing was not angry.
"Wei Ying said, if you don't rule the world together, the country will be lawless. In this world, nothing is not left behind. Even if it is Sun Tzu's Art of War, is there no day when he is behind? How could the grandson of that year have imagined that there would be a day when firearms would be used in the current war? Under the deterrence of firearms, the dangers of the year have also become thoroughfares. As long as the gunpowder explodes, how dangerous and sad the terrain is, isn't it all about breaking through? So, who can guarantee that Sun Tzu's Art of War will not go out of style? So, since you have such a tone, I won't be surprised. Li Jing said.
And Jingwen immediately said: "General Li is too modest, I believe that Sun Tzu's outdated methods are only war methods, but in terms of strategy and power and calculation, they will never be outdated." β
Jingwen knew that the essence of Sun Tzu's Art of War was not the method of war, but his content about form, war thinking, and strategy was the most valuable. And it is this that allows him to have a profound status more than 2,000 years later. If you want to talk about the combat mode, the combat mode of the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period is also outdated, and only the strategic form and the strategic aspect will never be outdated, which is the reason why Sun Tzu's Art of War can be admired.
"Jingwen, haven't really lectured the cadets of the Datang Military Academy yet? Why don't you give a real lecture to the cadets of the Datang Military Academy? Li Jing said.
"This, let me give a lecture to the students in person?" Jingwen hesitated. (To be continued......)