The hit of the TV series "The Long River under Heaven" has aroused widespread discussion and attention. This TV series is based on the governance and historical achievements of Emperor Kangxi, especially focusing on the important historical events of Emperor Kangxi's recovery of Taiwan. This chapter will take us on a deep dive into this storied history, focusing on the 22-year confrontation between the Taiwanese Zheng clique and the Qing Dynasty, and how the Kangxi Emperor ended this historical dispute under the rule of the Qing Dynasty.
To understand this history, we first need to go back to the origins of Taiwan's history. At the end of the Ming Dynasty and the beginning of the Qing Dynasty, Taiwan was invaded by the Netherlands and became a colony of the Dutch East India Company. During this period, Taiwan was suffering from internal and external troubles, and its residents lived in an extremely turbulent and unstable environment. However, with the rise of the Qing Dynasty, this historical pattern began to change.
Zheng Chenggong, as an important historical figure in the late Ming and early Qing dynasties, was known for his excellent naval warfare skills. At that time, the Eight Banners of the Qing Dynasty were not good at naval warfare, but Zheng Chenggong's sailors were skilled in naval warfare. His military prowess allowed him to successfully control Taiwan as well as some of the surrounding areas. However, Zheng Chenggong's area of control was relatively limited, he faced difficulties in the supply of food and other supplies, and the number of troops was rapidly reduced, which made his rule difficult.
Zheng Chenggong's recovery of Taiwan was one of his great undertakings, but his untimely death threw the Zheng group into chaos. The Qing Dynasty seized the opportunity to seize Xiamen, Zhangzhou and other places, and the strength of the Zheng group declined rapidly. In the context of internal and external troubles, the prospects of the Zheng Group are becoming more and more bleak.
The Qing Dynasty adopted a policy of suppression and appeasement in an attempt to weaken the Zheng clique. This policy led to a further decline in the power of the Zheng clique, while the Qing dynasty gradually strengthened its control over Taiwan. However, the stubborn resistance of the Zheng group prevented the Qing Dynasty from winning easily.
Eventually, the Qing Dynasty decided to send Shi Lang to lead an army to pacify Taiwan. Shi Lang was a prominent Qing general who led his army in a methodical strategy that gradually weakened the Zheng group. After a long period of fighting and negotiations, the Qing Dynasty finally pacified Taiwan, and the Zheng group surrendered, ending a 22-year confrontation.
This period of history tells us that despite the outstanding military talents of Zheng Chenggong and others, they also faced many challenges and difficulties. The evolution of history is often full of twists and turns, and no one can predict the final outcome in advance. The rise of the Qing Dynasty and the resistance of the Zheng group formed a colorful historical picture and left a deep historical imprint.
It is worth mentioning that this history also reflects the complexity of the socio-political landscape at that time. Changes in international relations and military power have had a significant impact on the course of history. As the Kangxi Emperor's governance in The Long River Under Heaven demonstrates, the wisdom and decision-making of leaders are also key factors in driving the development of history.
As we conclude this period of history, let us look back on the past, learn the lessons of history, and cherish peace and stability. This period of history tells us that peace and development are the most precious, and that the lessons of history will guide us to a better future.