During the Three Kingdoms period, an era of heroes and divisions, the importance of talents was pushed to an unprecedented height. At that time, whether it was Cao Cao, Liu Bei or Sun Quan, they all knew a truth: those who win talents win the world. Talent is not only a fierce general on the battlefield, but also a wise man who strategizes and decides thousands of miles away. They are able to perceive the situation and formulate strategies that provide critical support for the development of the country and the victory of the war.
Taking Liu Bei as an example, his rise is inextricably linked to Zhuge Liang's accession. Liu Bei, a member of the Han family, although he has royal blood, has suffered repeated setbacks in troubled times and was once displaced. However, it was precisely after obtaining Zhuge Liang, Mr. Wolong, that Liu Bei's power was able to expand rapidly, and finally formed a situation of three kingdoms.
Zhuge Liang, whose name is Kong Ming and whose name is Wolong, was the prime minister of Shu Han during the Three Kingdoms period, and was also a famous politician, military strategist, and writer in Chinese history. He was not only proficient in the art of war, but also excelled in many disciplines such as astronomy, geography, and music. His joining brought Liu Bei a new strategic vision and concept of governance. With the assistance of Zhuge Liang, Liu Bei gradually grew from a small prince to a hegemon who could compete with Cao Cao and Sun Quan.
Zhuge Liang's addition was first reflected in his adjustment of Liu Bei's strategy. At Zhuge Liang's suggestion, Liu Bei gave up the strategy of confronting Cao Cao head-on, and instead adopted the strategy of uniting Sun Quan against Cao Cao. This change in strategy enabled Liu Bei to achieve a crucial victory in the Battle of Chibi, thus laying the foundation for the Three Kingdoms.
Secondly, Zhuge Liang also has outstanding talents in governing the country. He implemented a series of reform measures, including land reform and tax reform, which effectively strengthened the national strength of Shu Han and provided a solid backing for Liu Bei's expansion. At the same time, Zhuge Liang also attached importance to cultural education and advocated Confucianism, which greatly improved the social atmosphere of Shu Han.
Moreover, Zhuge Liang's military contribution cannot be ignored. Not only is he proficient in the art of war, but he is also able to adapt flexibly to the actual situation. Under the command of Zhuge Liang, the Shu Han army won several victories over Cao Wei. Especially in the Battle of Wuzhangyuan, Zhuge Liang skillfully used the terrain and weather to successfully defeat Cao Wei's army, showing his outstanding military talent.
However, Zhuge Liang's contributions are not limited to these. His charisma and noble character also deeply influenced Liu Bei and his subordinates. Zhuge Liang led by example and was honest and honest, and his spirit became a model for Shu Han officials. Under his influence, the officials of Shu Han were also honest and self-disciplined, diligent and diligent for the people, and made great contributions to the prosperity and stability of the country.
In general, after Liu Bei got Zhuge Liang, he made remarkable achievements in strategic layout, national governance, and military command. The addition of Zhuge Liang provided strong intellectual support and spiritual motivation for Liu Bei's rise. It is the power of this talent that enables Liu Bei to gain a foothold in the troubled times of the Three Kingdoms, and eventually become a generation of heroes. And this kind of emphasis and utilization of talents has also left valuable experience and inspiration for future generations.
During the Three Kingdoms period, Liu Bei's rise to prominence was full of twists and turns. Before getting Zhuge Liang, although Liu Bei had the identity of a clan relative of the Han family, his strength was weak, he suffered repeated setbacks, and even was displaced for a time, like duckweed, without a fixed foundation. However, it was precisely after obtaining Zhuge Liang, Mr. Wolong, that Liu Bei's power was able to grow rapidly, from a wandering prince, to a hegemon who could compete with Cao Cao and Sun Quan.
Zhuge Liang's departure from the mountain is undoubtedly a turning point of fate for Liu Bei. Prior to this, although Liu Bei had great ambitions, he suffered from a lack of clever strategists and a clear direction of development. The addition of Zhuge Liang provided Liu Bei with clear strategic planning and far-sighted wisdom. With the assistance of Zhuge Liang, Liu Bei began his path of expansion.
First, Zhuge Liang helped Liu Bei take control of Xichuan. Xichuan, that is, today's Sichuan region, has a superior geographical location and rich resources, and is a battleground for soldiers. Through ingenious strategy and accurate judgment, Zhuge Liang helped Liu Bei successfully capture Xichuan. This move not only provided Liu Bei with a stable base, but also laid the foundation for his further expansion.
Then, Zhuge Liang helped Liu Bei take control of Jingzhou. Jingzhou is located in the middle reaches of the Yangtze River, which is an important passage connecting the north and the south, and its strategic location is extremely important. Under Zhuge Liang's planning, Liu Bei successfully captured Jingzhou and used it as a springboard to further expand his sphere of influence.
In addition to his military success, Zhuge Liang also helped Liu Bei form an alliance with Sun Quan. Under the pattern of the Three Kingdoms, the tripartite forces of Liu Bei, Cao Cao and Sun Quan checked and balanced each other, and the alliance of either side could change the course of the war. Zhuge Liang knew this well, so he actively promoted Liu Bei's alliance with Sun Quan. Through Zhuge Liang's diplomatic skills and wisdom, Liu Bei and Sun Quan formed an alliance against the mighty Cao Cao.
With the assistance of Zhuge Liang, Liu Bei's power grew rapidly. He not only achieved a series of military victories, but also made remarkable achievements in the political, economic, and cultural fields. Zhuge Liang implemented a series of reform measures to strengthen the ruling foundation of Liu Bei's regime. He attached great importance to agricultural production, encouraged farmers to cultivate, and increased grain production; He reformed the tax system and lightened the burden on the people; He advocated Confucianism and raised the social atmosphere.
At the same time, Zhuge Liang also attaches great importance to the selection and training of talents. He was well aware of the importance of talent to the country, so when selecting officials, he paid attention to having both ability and political integrity, and selected a group of talented and virtuous officials. These officials played an important role in their respective positions and contributed to the stability and development of Liu Bei's regime.
With the assistance of Zhuge Liang, Liu Bei's power continued to grow, and his reputation became more and more prominent. However, Liu Bei and Zhuge Liang both know that this is just the beginning, and they still have a longer way to go and more challenges to face. In the era of the Three Kingdoms, which is full of uncertainties, only by continuous efforts and struggles can we gain a foothold in the troubled times and realize our ambitions and ideals.
During the Three Kingdoms period, Cao Cao was known for his eloquence and thirst for talent. He was not only a brilliant military strategist and statesman, but also a far-sighted leader. Cao Cao knew that in that turbulent era, talent was the key to achieving great causes. Therefore, he always spared no effort to recruit and exploit talent, and even in the face of fierce generals who were difficult to tame, he was willing to try to surrender in order to bring them under his command and use them for his own use.
Guan Yu, the word cloud chief, is Liu Bei's sworn brother and a famous brave general during the Three Kingdoms period. He is strong in martial arts, loyal and righteous, and is respected as a "martial saint" by later generations. However, in Cao Cao's eyes, Guan Yu's value is much more than that. Although Cao Cao knew that Guan Yu had a strong personality and was difficult to tame, he still tried to recruit Guan Yu, hoping to bring this fierce general under his command.
Cao Cao's surrender to Guan Yu reflects his mind and bearing. After Guan Yu was captured by Cao Cao, Cao Cao did not take harsh measures against him, but treated him with courtesy and gave him extremely high courtesy. Cao Cao even personally relieved Guan Yu and helped him solve some personal problems as a way to show his sincerity. This practice of subduing people with virtue not only won Guan Yu's respect, but also allowed other generals to see Cao Cao's broad mind.
However, Guan Yu's loyalty is unshakable. Although Cao Cao did his best to solicit him, Guan Yu never forgot his loyalty to Liu Bei. In Cao Cao's camp, Guan Yu always maintained his loyalty to Liu Bei, and even after learning the news of Liu Bei, he resolutely chose to leave Cao Cao and return to Liu Bei's side. Although this move made Cao Cao lose a fierce general, it also strengthened his thirst for talents and tolerance.
Cao Cao's surrender to Guan Yu also reflects the importance he attaches to talents. In Cao Cao's view, Guan Yu is not only a general with strong martial arts, but also a hero with noble character and firm beliefs. Cao Cao believes that such talents, even if they cannot be used for themselves, deserve respect and courtesy. This respect and emphasis on talents is an important reason why Cao Cao is able to attract and retain many talents.
Cao Cao's concept of talent is not only reflected in his attitude towards Guan Yu, but also in his use of other generals and strategists. Whether it is brave generals like Zhang Liao and Xu Huang, or think tanks like Xun Yu and Guo Jia, Cao Cao is able to give them appropriate positions and tasks according to their strengths and abilities, so that they can play the best role in their respective fields.
Cao Cao's concept of talent laid a solid foundation for his regime. Under his leadership, Cao Wei became one of the most powerful forces in the Three Kingdoms. Cao Cao's open-mindedness and bearing, as well as his emphasis on and tolerance of talents, became an important factor in his success, and also left valuable experience and inspiration for future generations. In that era of heroes, Cao Cao wrote a legendary history with his unique concept of talent.
Sun Quan, whose name is Zhongmou, was the founder of Eastern Wu and inherited the foundation of his father Sun Jian and his brother Sun Ce. Although he inherited a rich family foundation, Sun Quan still needs more help to carry forward this foundation. In this process, the addition of Zhou Yu played a decisive role in the growth of Soochow.
Zhou Yu, whose name is Gongjin, was an outstanding general and strategist of Eastern Wu. He is not only excellent in martial arts, but also has outstanding military talent and profound strategic vision. The addition of Zhou Yu had a profound impact on the development of Soochow. His wisdom and courage were fully demonstrated in the Battle of Chibi, which not only laid the foundation for the Three Kingdoms, but also became the pinnacle of Zhou Yu's military career.
The Battle of Chibi is one of the most famous battles of the Three Kingdoms period, and it is also a model in Chinese history of winning more with less. In this battle, Zhou Yu served as the commander-in-chief of Eastern Wu, and in the face of Cao Cao's hundreds of thousands of troops, he did not choose to face it head-on, but adopted flexible and mobile tactics. Zhou Yu knew that in order to win in this battle of disparity in strength, he must use his own strengths and play to the weaknesses of his enemies.
Zhou Yu first outwitted and succeeded in destroying Cao Cao's army. He took advantage of the weakness of Cao Cao's army, which was not good at water warfare, and destroyed Cao Cao's fleet in one fell swoop through fire attacks. This fire attack not only caused heavy losses to Cao Cao's army, but also dealt a heavy psychological blow to Cao Cao's army.
Then, Zhou Yu made clever use of the terrain and climatic conditions. Chibi is located in the middle reaches of the Yangtze River, with turbulent water flow and complex terrain. Zhou Yu took advantage of this geographical advantage and laid out a tight defensive line that made it difficult for Cao Cao's army to break through. At the same time, he also took advantage of the weather conditions at the time and chose a windy night to launch a fire attack, which caused the fire to spread rapidly and dealt a devastating blow to Cao Cao's army.
In the Battle of Red Cliffs, Zhou Yu's military talent was fully displayed. Not only can he flexibly adjust his tactics according to the battlefield situation, but he can also accurately judge the enemy's movements and formulate effective response strategies. These military talents enabled Soochow to achieve an overwhelming victory in this battle, thus laying the foundation for the establishment of the Three Kingdoms.
The victory in the Battle of Chibi was of great significance to Soochow. This victory not only consolidated the dominance of Soochow, but also allowed Soochow to occupy a place among the Three Kingdoms. From then on, Eastern Wu formed a three-legged situation with Cao Wei and Shu Han, and the struggle and balance between the three kingdoms became the main feature of that era.
The addition of Zhou Yu played a decisive role in the growth of Soochow. His military talent and strategic vision enabled Soochow to occupy a place in the Three Kingdoms. His wisdom and courage have won valuable development space and time for Soochow. With the assistance of Zhou Yu, Sun Quan not only consolidated his rule, but also made the national power of Eastern Wu stronger and stronger, becoming a force to be reckoned with in the Three Kingdoms.
Zhou Yu's contribution is not only reflected in the victory in the Battle of Red Cliffs. After the war, he continued to advise on the development of Soochow, promoting a series of political, economic, and military reforms. His efforts made Soochow's society more stable, its economy more prosperous, and its military more powerful. Zhou Yu's life was a life of unremitting struggle for the prosperity and strength of Eastern Wu, and his name was forever recorded in history because of the victory in the Battle of Chibi.
Zhou Yu, an eminent general and strategist of Eastern Wu, wrote a far-sighted letter to Sun Quan on his deathbed. In this letter, he not only expressed his worries about the future of Eastern Wu, but also offered his own views and suggestions to key figures such as Cao Cao, Lu Su, and Liu Bei. Zhou Yu was well aware that his death would cause great losses to Soochow, so he hoped that through this letter, Sun Quan would show the way forward.
In the letter, Zhou Yu first mentioned Cao Cao. He believed that Cao Cao was a ruler of great ambition and talent, and that his power was too great to be taken lightly. Zhou Yu advised Sun Quan to always be vigilant in dealing with Cao Cao, not to be an enemy easily, and to look for opportunities to weaken his power. Zhou Yu's view reflects his profound understanding of Cao Cao and his accurate judgment of the situation.
Then, Zhou Yu talked about Lu Su. He believed that Lu Su was a loyal, reliable, and wise strategist who played an important role in the development of Soochow. Zhou Yu suggested that Sun Quan should reuse Lu Su and listen to his opinions, especially on major military and political decisions. Zhou Yu's high evaluation of Lu Su shows his emphasis on talents and recognition of Lu Su's ability.
Finally, Zhou Yu talked about Liu Bei. He believes that although Liu Bei has a certain strength and popularity, his ambition and instability cannot be ignored. Zhou Yu suggested that Sun Quan should maintain a certain distance and vigilance in his dealings with Liu Bei, and not rely too much on or trust Liu Bei. Zhou Yu's suggestion was based on his deep insight into Liu Bei's character and behavior.
However, Sun Quan did not fully adopt Zhou Yu's opinion in his subsequent decision-making. Especially in the treatment of Liu Bei, some of Sun Quan's mistakes led to a series of problems later. For example, after the Battle of Chibi, Sun Quan lent Jingzhou to Liu Bei in order to consolidate his alliance with Liu Bei. Although this decision strengthened the alliance between the two in the short term, in the long run, it laid a hidden danger for the later Jingzhou dispute.
Sun Quan's failure to fully recognize Liu Bei's ambition and instability led to a series of missteps on the Jingzhou issue. When Liu Bei's power gradually grew and he began to have ambitions about the ownership of Jingzhou, Sun Quan realized the seriousness of the problem. However, due to previous decision-making mistakes, Sun Quan appeared passive in dealing with the Jingzhou issue, which eventually led to a rupture of relations with Liu Bei and even led to war.
In addition, Sun Quan also failed to fully follow Zhou Yu's advice in his treatment of Cao Cao. At some critical moments, Sun Quan was too eager to achieve results and failed to fully consider Cao Cao's strength and threat, resulting in a disadvantageous position in the battle with Cao Cao.
Zhou Yu's deathbed letter is his deep concern for the future of Soochow and his ardent expectations for Sun Quan. His advice is based on a deep understanding of the situation in the Three Kingdoms and insight into human nature. However, in his later decision-making, due to various reasons, Sun Quan failed to fully adopt Zhou Yu's opinions, which led to some mistakes and regrets. This also reminds us that when facing major decisions, we should fully listen to different opinions and weigh them carefully, so as to avoid long-term losses caused by momentary mistakes.