Tang Dynasty Military Campaign Faces Setbacks

The Kangxi Emperor faced a rebellion after deciding to retreat forces, a move that caused concern for the Qing court. The Kangxi Emperor believes he cannot complete the task of quelling the Three Feudatories rebellion without the Lu Yingbing troops. He previously implemented military and administrative reforms. The emperor also executed Fan Chengmo and 53 others, and Geng Yinzhong's uprising spread from Fujian. Emperor Kangxi has begun to recognize the importance of practical experience over theoretical principles in governance. He learned that simply owning a company does not guarantee problem-solving ability, necessitating the use of professional managers. Kangxi also realized that abstract moral principles from books, like those of Hai Rui, are not always applicable to real-world situations. This shift indicates a move from theoretical ideals to a greater emphasis on practical application and effective management. The Kangxi Emperor's campaign against Wu Sangui faced challenges, with Wu Sangui initially holding the strategic advantage at Yuezhou. The report draws a parallel to historical conflicts where superior weaponry, such as firearms against traditional weapons, led to decisive outcomes. The current situation is described as a learning process, said the importance of party unity and focusing on issues rather than individuals. The speaker recalled a poem by Li Bai from the Tang Dynasty, 'Haohao hu, ping sha wu ren,' evoking a sense of vast, empty plains and a feeling of dusk and wind.