Strategic depth is the geographical space in which strategic movements can be carried out. A large strategic depth area allows the army to have time to breathe and use the time to regroup and repair.

Moreover, strategic depth areas usually deploy a large number of war reserve forces, which are important bases for human and material resources and the basis for forward operations. They are of great significance to support wars and ensure the stability of the overall strategy.

For example, Lushun Fort can only garrison three to four thousand troops, while Jinzhou can garrison tens of thousands.

If Jianlu wanted to attack Lushun Fort, they could march straight in and march to the city gates; but Jinzhou had narrow and dangerous places such as Xiaoheishan, Shabei City, and Nanguan, which were equivalent to several lines of defense.

In addition, there is a relatively powerful navy in Dongjiang Town. When Jianlu attacks the long and narrow peninsula of Jinzhou, he must also be careful that the navy carries troops to land at Nanguan from Dalian Bay, and from Pulandian Bay to Xiaoheishan and Shiheyi, which will cut off their retreat. Or grain road.

Looking at the coastal areas of eastern Liaoning, only the three provinces in southern Liaoning have such geographical conditions, and Jinzhou is the best.

Because of this, Jianlu abandoned the coastal area, and Dongjiang Town did not take the opportunity to land and occupy land. The fear was that Jianlu would use the mobility advantage of the cavalry to launch a surprise attack, and the landing troops would not have time to retreat by boat and suffer heavy losses.

Guo Dajing did not reveal all his battle plans, but was making all-out preparations. Weapons and equipment, ammunition and supplies, troops, personnel, etc. were determined to determine the scale of the battle to achieve the goals.

If everything goes well, Guo Dajing believes that he can resist the rebel forces of the two banners and inflict heavy losses on them.

The two quickly arrived at the military camp and discussed the rotation of landing personnel before they dispersed.
Chapter completed!