Preface
In the long history of the Three Kingdoms, the brave and warlike generals are dotted like bright stars, and Xu Huang, perhaps like a unique star in the night sky, although not as dazzling as Zhang Liao, but in the journey of frequent hard battles and brilliant achievements, he has carved his own existence that cannot be ignored.
One of the five good generals, Xu Huang's exploits may not be publicized enough in the historical records, but when we focus on him carefully, we will find that his unknown bravery and resourcefulness are like a picture buried by time, waiting to be revealed. In the complicated Romance of the Three Kingdoms, what kind of style does Xu Huang have, and how does he write his unique chapter in the Five Sons General?
First, the small officials in the northwest seek a new way out
In 189 AD, Emperor Ling of the Han Dynasty died, and He Jin and Yuan Shao forcibly established Liu Gui as the emperor, which was for the Shao Emperor of the Han Dynasty. At this time, Xu Huang, a native of Yang County, Hedong County, was serving as a county official. Seeing that the Han family had fallen and the heroes were divided, Xu Huang had a plan: to take refuge in the local heroes and seek a way out with their momentum.
At that time, Yang Feng, one of the warlords in the northwest, was in full power. Xu Huang entered his shogunate and began his career. At first, Xu Huang was just a nobody under Yang Feng, handling clerical chores day after day, year after year. However, he had great ambitions in his heart. He understands that in this troubled world, only by relying on powerful figures can he get more stages to display his talents.
In 192, Yang Feng led an army to escort Emperor Xian of the Han Dynasty to move the capital to Xu County. At this time, Xu Huang finally realized that if he wanted to usher in the day of his real emergence, he had to take the initiative to make suggestions. So he suggested that Yang Feng advise: Worship Cao with the power of the emperor, and there will be a vast territory in the future. Yang Feng listened. However, it turned out that Yang Feng's pattern was too small to control this troubled world after all.
Cao Cao had to offer the emperor, and his power leaned towards the government and the opposition, and he became stronger and stronger. By 203, Yang Fengzhong and Cao Cao turned their faces. At this time, Xu Huang finally couldn't bear it anymore, a friendship couldn't fill his stomach, and he needed a broader world. So he resolutely broke away from Yang Feng and switched to Cao Cao.
Cao Cao also saw that he was aware of current affairs, which was appropriate, and he was extremely important and awarded an official position. This time, Xu Huang finally found the right backer.
The same was true of many heroes at that time, weren't they also opportunists? Indeed, in troubled times, almost no one did not bow their heads if they wanted to get ahead. But turning sorrow into joy, from now on, he will finally show his ambitions.
Second, General Cao Ying
After entering Caomen, Xu Huang quickly proved his strength through repeated military exploits. He followed the southern expedition to the north and the south, successively captured Juan and Yuanwu, and killed Zhao Shu, Li Zou and other old generals of Lu Bu.
In 198, Xu Huang followed Cao Cao to defeat Lü Bu in Xiapi. On that day, the sky was full of wind and sand, and the drums were rumbling. He witnessed the well-known scene of "Cutting Huaxiong". Lu Bu fell under the horse, Cao Cao raised his sword and fell, blood splattered. At that moment, not only did the magnificent chapter of Lu Bu's life come to an end, but it also showed the rise of a new master in troubled times!
The 200-year Battle of Guandu was the first highlight of Xu Huang's military career. He was ordered to lead the army to raid Yuan Shao's military camp, drove straight in, defeated the general Han Meng in one fell swoop, and burned Yuan's army's baggage. This laid the foundation for the later fire attack on the Black Nest. The victory of the black nest is a shame of a white horse. At that time, the government and the opposition cheered for Cao Gong's victory; Xu Huang was also secretly happy about his opportunity to make a name for himself.
In the battle of Julu in 204, Xu Huang made great achievements again. He followed Cao Cao, who was sheltering in the summer of Taishan, to deal with the sneak attack of Jizhou Mu Liu Bei. In this battle, he echoed with Zhang Liao left and right, broke Guan Yu, and killed Yan Liang. Since then, Liu Bei has no arrogance to confront Wei head-on.
With such layers of pursuit, Liu Bei was almost in a desperate situation. Every time he made a meritorious service, he brought Xu Huang official promotions and rewards. He also gradually realized that only 0025 can work harder to break out of this world.
Third, the way of employing soldiers
In the thirteenth year of Jian'an (208), Cao Cao intended to point troops to Tongguan and enter Shu to cut off Liu Bei's back road. At this time, Xu Huang saw the opportunity and said: Tongguan is steep, and our army's attack has not succeeded. It is better to cross the river and fight and open up a new battlefield.
Cao Cao listened to Dayue and immediately ordered Xu Huang to lead his army across Pujindu to seize the place where the enemy was underprepared. Sure enough, Ma Chao was defeated, and Zhang He also defeated Han Sui in Weinan. The counties of Guanzhong were all in Cao Cao's pocket.
From this moment on, Xu Huang's heart was full of joy. It turns out that giving advice and strategizing will also make people's hearts surge. He also gradually understood that if he wanted to get ahead in this troubled world, it was not enough to rely on a sword alone.
After Cao Cao pacified Guanzhong, Xu Huang also immersed here for several years. These days, he is observant and thoughtful. Finally, in 214, he seized the opportunity of the Battle of Hanzhong and took the lead in capturing the main road of Mamingge, opening the door for the Wei army. Cao Cao was overjoyed and named him General Pingkou.
Xu Huang uses soldiers, and he has a bamboo in his chest; Strategize and win a thousand miles. How can Cao Gong not like it? He really can attack his heart and take what others don't have!
IV. The name of the world
In the twenty-fourth year of Jian'an (219), the Shu Han army was under the city of Hanzhong, and the Wei general Xiahou Yuan was killed. When the news arrived, Cao Cao personally led a large army to Hanzhong to rescue. The military aircraft was lost, so it had to retreat to Nanzheng. At this time, the Shu general Liu Bei had been defeated, and only Zhang He and other small forces were left under Xiahou Yuan's command.
Defending the camps in Hanzhong, Zhang He was unable to support himself at all. Guan Yu took advantage of the situation to plagiarize Fancheng, flooded the Seventh Army, and captured him alive. Wei was shocked at home and abroad, and Cao Cao almost wanted to move the capital to avoid its edge.
At the critical moment, Xu Huang stepped forward and volunteered to ask for help. Cao Cao was overjoyed, and immediately ordered Xu Huang to lead his twelve battalions of recruits, and rushed to Fancheng on the front line under the starry night. This time, he must fight to the death! This is not only related to the lives of tens of thousands of soldiers, but also to the survival and fate of the Wei State.
Running all the way, Xu Huang was also thinking about countermeasures in his heart. These recruits are difficult to compete with the Shu army head-on. You have to think of a clever way to win. Finally, he decided to leave five battalions to feign the main formation of the attack feather and draw his attention. He personally led seven battalions to attack the camp at night and take the rear of the enemy army!
At dawn, Xu Huang led the army into Guan Yu's camp as promised. The Shu army was caught off guard and suffered heavy casualties. Queen Guan Yucang withdrew, and Fancheng's victory was in sight.
Xu Huang saw the enemy's situation clearly, made a judgment, and then took the enemy by surprise and turned the situation around in one fell swoop. That's where the real generals come in!
Cao Cao praised this battle as comparable to the battle of Pochu, and its merits are high in ancient and modern times!" Among the "Five Good Generals", Zhang Liao should be the leader; And the second branch, I only saw Xu Gongming!
5. Serve the country loyally
In the twenty-fifth year of Jian'an (220), Cao Cao died of illness. Cao Pi succeeded to the throne and made Xu Huang the right general. In the same year, Cao Pi was proclaimed emperor, and Xu Huang and Gongqing were promoted again.
That year, Wei was worried about domestic and foreign troubles. Zhong Hui and others rebelled, and the Northern Expedition of Eastern Wu. However, Xu Huang, who became famous and famous, did not take it lightly. He led his troops to repel the Eastern Wu army several times and defended the frontier. It can be seen that even if the power is leaning towards one side, he still has the pure heart to serve the Cao family!
In the first year of Taihe (227), Xu Huang died. Marquis of Zhuang Zhuang. In the fourth year of Zhengshi (243), Xu Huang received sacrifices from Cao Cao's temple to show his loyalty. At this time, among the "five sons", it has long been not the ordinary feats of the past. However, only Xu Huang was able to incense in the Cao Wei Temple. This is the best footnote of his life!
However, after becoming famous, Xu Huang was still diligent in serving the country and dedicating his loyalty to the Cao family without reservation. The glory of the world, things are not people; But loyalty can be immortalized.
Life in the world, do not seek fame and fortune; But I want to be indifferent and clear-minded, and I don't have to violate it. This is the well-deserved second person among the five good generals - Xu Gongming!