Due to Zhang Fan's initiative, the Xianbei people's territory fell into chaos. Zhang Fan led his troops across the grasslands and launched ambushes and harassment tactics, causing huge losses to the Xianbei people. Xianbei leader Tan Shihuai was furious and launched a comprehensive large-scale attack, hoping to completely destroy Zhang Fan and Yanmen County.
Zhang Fan had insight into the enemy's actions and immediately adjusted his strategy. He tried to avoid the main Xianbei army and chose a deeply conspiracy strategy. He ordered the troops to withdraw from the grassland first, deliberately creating the illusion that Yanmen County's defense line was weak, and luring Tan Shihuai's army into trouble.
Sure enough, Tan Shihuai believed that the opportunity was rare and personally led the army to launch a fierce attack. However, without realizing it, Zhang Fan commanded reinforcements from Wuhuan, Gongsun Zan and other tribes to suddenly appear on the flanks and rear of the Xianbei people. These forces united to form a pincer attack, which surrounded the Xianbei army.
The panicked Tan Shihuai saw that his plan was seen through and fell into a desperate situation. The troops he led were weakened to the point where they were unstoppable. The Xianbei army's front began to collapse and morale was low. Zhang Fan took the opportunity to launch a full-scale counterattack, demonstrating his shocking commanding talents.
On the entire battlefield, the Xianbei people retreated one after another and were completely defeated. Zhang Fan, Wu Huan, Gongsun Zan and others took advantage of the victory to pursue them and completely defeated the enemy. Tan Shihuai fled miserably and was eventually captured.
The news of the victory spread to Yanmen County, and the villagers cheered and were overjoyed. They emerged from fear and anxiety and celebrated their victory. Yanmen County has restored its former tranquility, and the people unite to rebuild their homes.
Zhang Fan led the villagers to start the revitalization plan of Yanmen County. He actively organized land reclamation and agricultural production, increasing the combat effectiveness of the army. At the same time, he also used the knowledge he learned in Luoyang to introduce more advanced agricultural technologies and handicrafts, promoting the development of Yanmen County.
During this period, Zhang Fan also established profound friendship with Wuhuan, Gongsun Zan and other princes. Mutual exchanges and cooperation have enabled Yanmen County's influence to continue to expand. Whether it is internal construction or external resistance to Xianbei's invasion, they have formed a powerful force. For a time, Yanmen County became an important force in the late Eastern Han Dynasty and received the attention of the court.
However, peace does not last forever. As time passed, the Xianbei people regrouped their remaining troops and prepared to attack again. Zhang Fan, Wu Huan, Gongsun Zan and others were also prepared for a new round of battle.
This time, Zhang Fan was determined to teach the Xianbei people a thorough lesson. He gathered more reinforcements and established a tighter defense. Whether it was strategic layout or troop deployment, he made precise plans. At the same time, he also used his knowledge of the Xianbei people to discuss strategies with the court and win more support.
The fighting broke out again, and the two sides fought fiercely. Zhang Fan fought hard to kill the enemy and personally commanded the troops. Wu Huan, Gongsun Zan and others also showed their fighting talents, united and cooperated with each other. Their troops firmly held the line of defense and resisted the Xianbei attack.
After a series of battles, the Xianbei people suffered heavy losses again. Having lost many soldiers and generals, they had no hope of victory. Zhang Fan took advantage of the victory and pursued it, further weakening the Xianbei people.
This Xianbei man was actually quite cunning. Zhang Fan was naturally on guard. He had insight into the enemy's actions and immediately adjusted his strategy. He did not choose to go head-to-head with the Xianbei cavalry, but tried to avoid its main army and chose a deeply conspiracy strategy.
He ordered the entire army to withdraw from the grassland first, deliberately creating the illusion that Yanmen County's defense line was weak, so as to induce Tan Shihuai's army to go deep. The Xianbei people have always been cunning, but Zhang Fan's scheme was even more vicious. He had already sent agents to go deep into the Xianbei tribe and spread false news, saying that Yanmen County's defenses were empty and could be taken down in one fell swoop.
As expected, Tan Shihuai fell into the trap and personally led the elite cavalry to launch a fierce attack. Zhang Fan stood still and waited for the opportunity. Just when the Xianbei people thought they had succeeded, Zhang Fan commanded reinforcements from Wuhuan, Gongsun Zan and other tribes to suddenly appear on their flanks and rear.
This surprise attack was completely unexpected by the Xianbei people. They were trapped in the middle by this pincer attack, and were in a dilemma. Zhang Fan was overjoyed when he saw this and immediately ordered the entire army to launch a general attack. For a moment, arrows rained like rain, and the sound of killing shook the sky.
The panicked Tan Shihuai saw that his plan was seen through and he was in a desperate situation. Although the Xianbei army he led was brave, it gradually failed under the joint attack of Zhang Fan, Wuhuan, Gongsun Zan and others.
After a whole day of fierce fighting, the Xianbei army finally couldn't hold on anymore and began to collapse. Zhang Fan took the opportunity to launch a full-scale counterattack and led the cavalry to cover up the enemy. In this battle, the Xianbei people suffered numerous casualties, and Tan Shihuai almost died, so he had to flee in embarrassment with the remaining tribesmen.
After the war, an inventory was carried out, and thousands of Xianbei soldiers were captured, and countless cattle, sheep and horses were seized. The entire Yanmen County was immersed in the joy of victory. People poured into the streets and set off firecrackers to celebrate the victory. Zhang Fan was lifted high by the crowd, and the cheers were loud.
At the same time, Zhang Fan also sent an envoy to Luoyang to report the victory. Emperor Ling of the Han Dynasty was overjoyed when he heard the news and ordered to commend Zhang Fan for his meritorious service in defending the land. Princes from all over the country also sent letters to express their congratulations. For a time, Zhang Fan's name spread throughout the Central Plains.
At the celebration banquet, Wu Huan, Gongsun Zan and others gathered together to toast to victory. They formed a deep friendship with Zhang Fan and saw his wise and courageous strategies. Since then, they have become Zhang Fan's staunchest allies, both in internal construction and in resisting foreign invasion.
However, peace does not last forever. Although the Xianbei people suffered heavy losses, they were not completely wiped out. They regrouped their remaining defeated troops and prepared to attack again. Zhang Fan also knew this, and he began to actively prepare for a new round of battle.
This time, Zhang Fan was determined to teach the Xianbei people a thorough lesson. He not only strengthened the defense line construction in Yanmen County, but also actively contacted princes from various places to seek more reinforcement support. At the same time, he also used the military knowledge he learned in Luoyang to formulate a more thorough strategic plan.
At the same time, he also used his knowledge of the Xianbei people to send agents deep behind enemy lines to conduct sabotage and reconnaissance. These meticulous efforts created chaos behind enemy lines, burned grain, grass and material reserves, and left the Xianbei people exhausted.
After a series of careful preparations and planning, Zhang Fan finally ushered in another confrontation with the Xianbei people. This time the battle was extremely fierce and cruel.
On a dark and windy night, Zhang Fan quietly left Yanmen County and headed deep into the grassland. Their goal is very clear, which is to teach the Xianbei people a lesson.
The army marched for several days and finally arrived at the predetermined location. This is a canyon frequented by Xianbei people. The terrain is difficult and easy to defend but difficult to attack. Zhang Fan ordered the entire army to ambush on the hillsides on both sides, waiting for the arrival of the Xianbei people.
Sure enough, not long after, a Xianbei cavalry team appeared at the other end of the canyon. They obviously didn't notice Zhang Fan's ambush and still maintained their marching formation. When they entered the middle of the canyon, Zhang Fan suddenly waved the long sword in his hand, and the ambush soldiers rushed towards the Xianbei people like tigers descending the mountain.
For a moment, arrows rained like rain, and the sound of killing shook the sky. The Xianbei people were caught off guard by this sudden attack, and their formation was suddenly thrown into disarray. They tried to hold their ground, but it was too late. Zhang Fan led reinforcements from the Wuhuan, Gongsun Zan and other tribes to rush down from the hillsides on both sides and engage in close combat with the Xianbei people.
In the canyon, the grass was dyed red with blood, and screams and war drums were intertwined. Although the Xianbei cavalry were brave, under Zhang Fan's careful arrangements, they were unable to exert their due combat effectiveness. After a fierce battle, the Xianbei people suffered heavy casualties and had to abandon a large number of corpses and baggage and flee in confusion.
Zhang Fan did not let down his guard, knowing that the Xianbei people would not give up. So, he ordered the whole army to continue the pursuit and hit the Xianbei people's nest. There, they launched a desperate struggle with the Xianbei people.
In this battle, Zhang Fan showed superior bravery and resourcefulness. He not only commanded the army to fight, but also personally led his own soldiers to charge into battle. Under his leadership, the Han soldiers fought bravely and fought against the Xianbei people one after another.
After several days of fierce fighting, the Xianbei people finally couldn't hold on any longer and were forced to surrender. Zhang Fan accepted their surrender and incorporated the able-bodied men among them into his own army to increase his strength. At the same time, he also used his influence to urge the families of these surrendered soldiers to submit to the Han Dynasty.
In this battle, Zhang Fan completely eliminated the Xianbei people's effective strength, so that they could no longer pose a threat to Yanmen County. He not only protected his homeland, but also brought peace and stability to the entire Central Plains region.
After the Xianbei war was settled, Zhang Fan's reputation became more and more famous, and his wise and courageous strategies and leadership skills were widely praised by the world. However, he knows that peace is hard to come by and must always remain vigilant. As a result, he began to make some achievements in internal affairs construction.
First, he focused on strengthening the governance of Yanmen County. He implemented a series of reforms that improved the development of agriculture, commerce, and handicrafts. At the same time, he also attached great importance to education and established schools to give more people the opportunity to receive education. These measures have greatly improved the comprehensive strength of Yanmen County and laid the foundation for his future expansion.
Externally, Zhang Fan continued to establish friendly relations with surrounding tribes and princes to expand the influence of the Han Dynasty. He knows that only by achieving common development through peaceful means can long-term peace and stability be truly achieved. Therefore, he actively conducted trade exchanges with princes from various places, exchanged what they had, and strengthened the economic ties between them.
