Character’s life Jing Nan’s meritorious service
Xue Lu joined the army in Peiping in his early years. In 1399 (the first year of Jianwen), King Zhu Di of Yan raised an army to quell Jingnan, and Xue Lu accompanied the army to seize the nine gates of Beiping. During the Battle of Zhending, Xue Lu captured Li Jian, the deputy general of the left, alive, and was promoted to command Qianshi for his merit. After that, Xue Lu followed Zhu Di to rescue Yongping (now Lulong, Hebei) and conquered Daning (now Ningcheng, Inner Mongolia), Fuyu (now north of Pingquan, Hebei), Huizhou (now southwest of Pingquan, Hebei), Kuanhe (now Kuanhe, Hebei) City), and returned to Peiping, where he advanced to command Tongzhi.
In 1400 (the second year of Jianwen), the Yan army attacked Datong, and Xue Lu served as the vanguard. After the Battle of Baigouhe, Xue Lu led his army to pursue the Southern Army until Jinan, where he was promoted to commander. In December, Xue Lu led fifty cavalry to defeat hundreds of Southern troops in Dongchang (today's Liaocheng, Shandong). At that time, Zhu Di was defeated and returned to Peiping. Sheng Yong ordered his generals to station troops in Wei County and Shenzhou to cut off the Yan army's retreat, but they were all defeated by Xue Lu.
In 1401 (the third year of Jianwen), the Yan army fought against the Hutuo River, and the right army retreated. Xue Lu galloped to the rescue, charging forward and backward dozens of times, defeating the southern army and pursuing them as far as Jiahe. During the Battle of Shanjiaqiao, Xue Lu was captured alive by the Confederate general Ping An, but he struggled to break free from the rope, drew his sword and killed the guard, galloped back, continued fighting, and finally defeated Ping An. After that, Xue Lu attacked Shunde (now Xingtai, Hebei Province), Daming, Zhangde (now Anyang, Henan Province), and Xishui Village, and captured the commander Huaying alive.
In 1402 (the fourth year of Jianwen), Xue Lu took advantage of the victory to conquer Dong'a, Dongping, and Wenshang, and made outstanding achievements in the battles of Feihe, Xiaohe, and Lingbi. In June, Zhu Di invaded Nanjing and soon proclaimed himself emperor as the founder of the Ming Dynasty. He promoted Xue Lu to the position of governor Qianshi.
In 1408 (the sixth year of Yongle reign), Xue Lu was promoted to governor and governor. In 1410 (the eighth year of Yongle reign), Xue Lu served as a hussar general, followed Chengzu in the Northern Expedition, and was promoted to the right governor.
In 1412 (the tenth year of Yongle), Xue Lu wrote: "Since ancient times, employing people must first educate them. If the children of military officials are not educated in their spare time, I am afraid that there will be wars in the future. , No one can be appointed." Chengzu agreed deeply and ordered him to train tens of thousands of young troops sent from various places.
In 1417 (the fifteenth year of Yongle), Xue Lu was appointed as the governor of the rear army, managing the construction affairs of Beijing. In 1420 (the eighteenth year of Yongle), Emperor Chengzu of the Ming Dynasty moved his capital to Beijing and granted Xue Lu the title of Fengtian Jingnan Tuichengxuanli Wuchen and Yangwuhou, with a salary of 1,100 shi.
In 1423 (the 21st year of Yongle), Xue Lu once again accompanied Chengzu of the Ming Dynasty in the Northern Expedition and led the right sentry. After returning to the army, he defeated the bandits in Changxing. 1424 (the 22nd year of Yongle). Xue Lu once again took command of the right post and followed Chengzu in the Northern Expedition. Later, Chengzu died of illness and Emperor Renzong of the Ming Dynasty succeeded to the throne. He ordered Xue Lu to take charge of the Zuojun Governor's Mansion, and he was granted the title of Taibao of the Crown Prince and an iron bond. Wearing seals to patrol the border
In 1425 (the first year of Hongxi), Xue Lu served as the chief military officer and guarded the border fortress. Soon after, he was given an additional salary of 500 shi for his meritorious service in capturing enemy invaders. Later, Renzong awarded the general's seal to the generals at the edge of the town. Xue Lu was appointed as General Zhenshuo, inspected Kaiping, and arrived at the Datong frontier fortress.
Soon after Xuanzong of the Ming Dynasty succeeded to the throne, Xue Lu was recalled to the capital and stated five matters for guarding the border, and was ordered to patrol the border again. In 1426 (the first year of Xuande), Han King Zhu Gaoxu launched an army to rebel in Le'an Prefecture (now Huimin, Shandong). Emperor Xuanzong of the Ming Dynasty personally launched a crusade, with Xue Lu as the vanguard.
In August, Zhu Gaoxu surrendered, and Xue Lu and Shangshu Zhang Ben were ordered to stay in Le'an. In 1427 (the second year of Xuande), Xue Lu inspected various prefectures in Jinan and strictly enforced military discipline, not allowing sergeants to disturb the people. Later, Xue Lu once again served as the general of Zhenshuo, went north to inspect Kaiping, and then stationed in Xuanfu (today's Xuanhua, Hebei).
At this time, Wala invaded Kaiping and set up camp three hundred miles away when withdrawing. Xue Lu led his elite troops to march day and night, and arrived at the enemy camp three days later. He sent his light cavalry to charge and defeated the enemy. After Xue Lu returned to the army, he saw the enemy troops following him and defeated them. Soon, Xue Lu was recalled to the capital.
In 1428 (the third year of Xuande), Xue Lu followed Xuanzong on his northern expedition, defeated the enemy in Kuanhe, and stayed in Jizhou and Yongping. After that, Xue Lu served as the general of Zhenshuo several times, inspecting border defenses and protecting food and wages. Died of illness
In 1430 (the fifth year of Xuande), Xue Lu defeated the enemy in Fenghuang Ridge and was granted the title of Taibao. He also suggested that the imperial court guard Tuanshan, Diaoyou, Chicheng, Yunzhou, Dushi, etc. in Yongning Guard. Build a castle on the ground to defend yourself from the enemy.
Soon, the imperial court dispatched 36,000 soldiers and civilians to build the city, and ordered 1,500 fine cavalry to accompany and protect it, and asked these people to obey Xue Lu's orders. Before leaving, Xuanzong wrote a poem comparing Xue Lu to the ancient sages Zhongshanfu and Nanzhong. After Xue Lu learned about the meaning of the poem, he said: "Xue Lu did not dare to compare himself to previous sages, but how dare he not try his best to repay the emperor's grace."
In June of the same year, Xue Lu fell ill, and Xuanzong recalled him Capital. In July, Xue Lu died of illness at the age of seventy-three. He was given the posthumous title Zhongwu as the Duke of Yin. Anecdotes
According to legend, heavy rain fell suddenly when Xue Lu was born. Two commanders happened to pass by Xue's house. They knocked on the door but could not open it, so they took shelter outside the door. They found it strange to see magpies gathering in groups on the roof, scrambling to cover the leaky areas with their wings. After a while, Xue Lu's father came out and directed that he knew that a son had just been born in the family.
The commander was surprised and said: "This child must be very noble in the future! Otherwise, how could there be a magpie to protect him from the rain and the commander to guard the door for him?" Character evaluation
Yang Shiqi: A general who is both wise and brave, often Plan in advance, work hard and work day and night. Therefore, if you succeed in your pursuit, you will never lose. If you ask a question, you will face Chen Zhongzhong's target, wrap up your wounds and go into battle, with no progress or retreat. Gongzhi served the three saints, had many experiences, was determined and dedicated, and worked hard to fulfill his duties. Therefore, he can make great contributions to the country, be famous in official books, become wealthy and honorable, and be honored by the emperor. He is not like the famous generals of ancient times, but is rare today.
Zhang Tingyu: Lu is brave and good at planning. He will fight after planning and he will win the battle. Discipline is strict and no one commits any crime. He is good at caressing the soldiers, sharing the joys and sorrows, and makes others happy. Among the heroes of "Jingnan", Zhang Yu, Zhu Neng and Lu were the most important, and Lu was responsible for three dynasties, and he was the general of the time. Family members Family relatives
Great-grandfather: Xue An, posthumously given to the Marquis.
Grandfather: Xue Da, posthumously given to the Marquis.
Father: Xue Yulin, posthumously gifted to the Marquis.
Wife: Li, Mrs. Wuhou of Fengyang.
Son: Xue Xun, died young. Marquis lineage
The second generation: Xue Shen, the grandson of Xue Lu, succeeded to the title in the seventh year of Xuande (1432).
The third generation: Xue Cong, who ascended the throne in the fourth year of Jingtai (1453).
The fourth generation: Xue Lun, who ascended the throne in the twelfth year of Chenghua (1476).
The fifth generation: Xue Han, who ascended the throne in the ninth year of Jiajing (1530).
The sixth generation: Xue, son of Xue Han, ascended the throne in the fifth year of Wanli (1577).
The seventh generation: Xue Zheng, Xue's younger brother, the time of his ascension to the title is unknown.
The eighth generation: Xue Lian, the time of the attack is unknown, and he was killed in the 17th year of Chongzhen (1644). Historical Records
"History of the Ming Dynasty Volume 155 Biography No. 43" Tomb Memorial
Tomb of Marquis Yang Wu, also known as Tomb of Marquis Xue Wu, is located in Xue County, Huangdao District, Qingdao In Jiadao Town, there are Shi Wengzhong, Shi Xiangsheng (stone beast), and stone pillars in the tomb path. There is also the "Shinto Inscription of Yang Wuhou's posthumous title of Yin Guogong Zhongwu Xuelu" inscribed by Yang Shiqi.