Unlike Cao Pi and Cao Zhi, Cao Zhang knows nothing about articles, but he is very keen on martial arts. Cao Zhang is not only a "good general", but also a great general, which makes Cao Cao full of praise. How good is he?
Cao Zhang's generals have been outstanding since childhood. Before you reach the age of weak crown, you can beat the tiger with your bare hands and be safe and sound. Cao Zhang's arm strength is amazing, not to mention archery and driving, which are necessary skills for battlefield operations. Cao Cao once asked his sons about their ambitions. Only Cao Zhang expressed his willingness to be a general. Confused, Cao Cao asked Cao Zhang how to be a general. Cao Zhang replied: "Take the lead, reward and punishment are clear." He once told his subordinates bluntly that a gentleman should make contributions like Wei Qing. This shows that Cao Zhang's statement is true. He admires leading troops to war and has his own views on how to lead the way.
Although he is the son of Cao Cao, Cao Zhang did not rely on the protection of his parents, but relied on his own talents to make great achievements in the Great Wall.
In the 23rd year of Jian 'an (2 18), Cao Zhang served as commander-in-chief of the northern army to quell the rebellion in northern Dai. As soon as Cao Zhang entered Zhuo Jun, the Umaru rebels, who had already heard the news, kept watch, and thousands of cavalry were already waiting here. And Cao Zhang's army has not been integrated, only one thousand infantry, he insisted on holding his ground and did not retreat. In the end, they not only held their positions, but also beat the rebels everywhere to pieces. Cao Zhang's armor has been hit by several arrows, and some men dissuaded him from pursuing, but Cao Zhang decided that the high-altitude strategy was the best, so he went after him overnight and wiped out all the enemies.
At that time, the leaders of Xianbei, who held a wait-and-see attitude, saw that Cao Zhang was unusually brave and led his troops to surrender. In this way, Cao Zhang pacified the situation in the north during World War I, which was a deterrent for young people.
What really makes Cao Cao look up is not only Cao Zhang's ability to lead troops, but also his personality. As soon as the north was settled, Cao Cao summoned Cao Zhang. Cao Zhang met Cao Cao and passed by the prince, who warned Cao Zhang to be modest. Cao Zhang really attributed the credit to his subordinates, and Cao Cao praised it. Prince's admonition has contributed a lot to this matter, but if Cao Zhang was a greedy and aggressive person, he wouldn't do it. Cao Zhang is not only brave, but also wise.
Although Cao Cao's men are numerous, Cao Zhangcan has always occupied a place.
When Cao Cao attacked Shu, Liu Bei asked his adopted son Liu Feng to challenge him, and Cao Cao asked Cao Zhang to accept the challenge. You know, Cao Zhang is not in Hanzhong at this time, and he can only arrive day and night. Although Cao Cao always thought that Wen could govern the country, he still attached great importance to Cao Zhang, otherwise he would not have been called to fight in Hanzhong.
When Cao Cao was seriously ill, Cao Zhang was summoned to see him. Unfortunately, Cao Zhang didn't arrive, and Cao Cao was already dead. This is a pity for both father and son. After xelloss succeeded to the throne, Cao Zhang became Qi Huangong. At this time, he seems to have unlimited scenery, but it is not. He has never had such achievements as the Northern Expedition. Three years later, he died of a sudden illness during his trip to Cao Pi at the age of 35. Some people speculate that xelloss killed him. After all, Cao Zhi was forced to death by him, but this is just a guess.
Although Cao Zhang died young, his achievements are indelible. He was brave and decisive in the northern expedition, and he was quite a general, which was definitely worthy of Cao Cao's praise.