The feudal system is that in order to consolidate the rule, the emperor of the Western Zhou Dynasty divided the land to his relatives and ministers, in order to achieve the effect of "the whole world is not the king's land", but among the 800 vassal states, there are large and small, and the king of a small country goes out to harvest wheat, but the result is that the country is lost, what is going on?
Yanguo: Go out to harvest wheat and die in the country
In 524 B.C., the state of Yan was in the midst of the agricultural season, which was crucial for the survival of the entire country. Unlike usual, the country is facing a serious shortage of manpower at this time. Knowing the urgency of this matter, the king decided to personally lead the people of the whole country out of the city to do farm work and harvest the harvest in order to ensure the grain harvest and the stability of the country.
Fate played a cruel joke on the country. While they were toiling for the good of their country, invaders from neighboring countries suddenly appeared in the fields. The labor force led by Yanzi fell into a sudden chaos and panic. In the chaos, Yanzi was blocked in the fields by the Lu army and forced to be arrested. This unexpected event plunged the country into an unprecedented crisis, and the country's future was in jeopardy.
Fortunately, Xiang Xu, the minister of Song, the father-in-law of Yanzi, learned of the incident and immediately took decisive action. He used his influence in the Song State to successfully rescue the captured Yanzi and assist him in regaining the lost throne through the means of military deterrence. This sudden support not only saved the hope of a corner of the country, but also effectively curbed the country's attempts at further aggression.
Although the state succeeded in salvaging a crisis, it did not solve the underlying problem. The Song State lost power as an ally of the Yan State and faced internal turmoil and external threats. With the gradual weakening of the power of the Song State, the Yan State once again fell into a situation of destruction.
Teng Guo: 700 years of tenacious survival
Teng's territory is only 25 square kilometers, but this small country has an impressive history. The state of Teng is not only proud of its noble bloodline, but also because of its special geographical location and wise monarchy, which has survived tenaciously for a full 700 years. The existence of this small country became a living miracle, the result of perseverance and wisdom.
The history of the state of Teng has a long history, with origins dating back centuries. Although it often faced the threat of external forces and the challenge of internal contradictions during this long time, the people of Teng have always held their land and defended their dignity. With their hard work and wisdom, they have overcome one difficulty after another to build a stable and harmonious society.
The special geographical location of Tengguo is also one of the important factors for its survival and development. Despite its small territory, its strategic location and its varied and complex geography allowed the state to effectively defend itself against foreign aggression and maintain a certain degree of independence and autonomy. In addition, the region in which Teng is located has also endowed it with abundant resources and opportunities for exchange, allowing it to grow and develop in its interaction with neighboring countries.
The glory of Teng was not all smooth sailing. In its 700-year history, there have been countless hardships and obstacles. External aggression, internal insurgency, natural disasters and other challenges have always tested the strong will and wisdom of this small country. But it is precisely in these setbacks and predicaments that the people of Teng have strengthened their determination to defend their homeland and traditions, thus creating the immortal legend of this small country.
Xu Guo: A typical fate of a small country
Xuguo, located in the Xuchang area of present-day Henan, although the territory is only thirty or forty square kilometers, its history carries a rich and long cultural tradition. The monarch is a distant branch of Zhou Tianzi's clan, and his title is only a lowly "baron", which is not only inconspicuous, nor does it lack respect and recognition from the outside world.
Despite the small size of the country and the poverty of its people, this small country has struggled to support itself for hundreds of years. The monarch and people of the state of Xu, no matter how difficult they encountered, always adhered to their deep affection for their homeland. In order to preserve the survival of this small country, the monarch of Xu even did not hesitate to bow his knees in front of the big country to apologize for his sins, in order to get a chance to survive. Their tenacity and sacrifice have become the survival of this small country, and the best expression of loyalty and dedication to tradition.
However, the state of Chu during the Warring States period eventually destroyed the state of Xu, and the fate of this small country could not escape the torrent of history after all. In the face of a more powerful enemy, the state of Xu could no longer withstand the previous struggle and resistance, and was finally forced to submit to the iron hooves of the state of Chu. The people of Xu had to live in exile, with their nostalgia for their homeland and confusion about the future, wandering around, looking for a new living space. This historical tragedy has also become the source of the surname Xu, from which their surname comes to carry the mourning of the distant memory of their family and country and the hope for their future life.
The fall of the Xu State is a ruthless baptism of history and a typical portrayal of the fate of a small country. It tells people that between a strong country and a weak country is often a struggle for survival, and the persistence and efforts of a small country can often only be a shallow trace in the long river of history.
The difficult path for a small country to survive
During the Western Zhou Dynasty, although the entire country was vast, the area suitable for cultivation and living was relatively limited. This situation has led to a large number of vassal states, and it is not uncommon for countries to fight with each other, and the situation of the law of the jungle has made small countries teetering in the torrent of the times.
In the face of a powerful enemy invasion, small countries can only choose to survive in a small territory. Some unfortunate small nations perished under the pressure of powerful enemies, their lands were swallowed up, their cultures destroyed, and only a bitter history was left behind. Other small states survived, perhaps because of their geographical advantages, or because of the wisdom and courage of their monarchs, but in any case, they struggled to survive in the cracks of the great powers, and struggled to maintain a brief period of peace.
These small countries, although inconspicuous on the map, have far-reaching significance in their existence. Their tenacity and perseverance demonstrate the tenacious will to survive in the face of adversity. They may not have the prosperity and strength of a great country, but they guard the treasures of culture in their own way.
epilogue
The historical story of small countries, although it seems trivial in modern times, is worth pondering for their tenacity and greatness. In the shadow of powerful nations, they struggle to survive and sacrifice for a piece of land. The stories of these small countries are not only a record of history, but also a celebration of human courage and tenacious will to survive. Their existence has brought us enlightenment: even in the face of difficulties, we must persevere in struggle, and believe that perseverance and hard work can overcome all difficulties.