Speaking of Ming history, Yu Qian, a classic figure, can't be skipped. Not only in the development of the Ming Dynasty itself, but also in the later Qing society and today's era, Yu Qian has always been regarded as a revered hero, because his own choices and actions had great courage for the country at that time, knowing that he could not do it, and his own spirit was worthy of admiration and learning by future generations.
In the 31st year of Hongwu (1398), Yu Qian was born in Li Taiping, Qiantang County, Hangzhou, Zhejiang. When I was a teenager, I studied hard and had high ambitions. He admired Wen Tianxiang's integrity and hung Wen Tianxiang on the edge of his seat for decades. At the age of seven, a monk was surprised by his appearance and said, "This is the prime minister who will save the situation in the future." Maybe this is the way to cultivate his resolute character. In the 19th year of Yongle (142 1), Yu Qian passed the examination of Xin Chou Jinshi, and embarked on his official career.
In the first year of Xuande (1426), Hanwang Zhu rebelled in Le 'an County, and Yu Qian personally went out with Ming Xuanzong. After Gao Xu came out, Xuanzong asked Yu Qian to criticize his crimes. Yu Qian's words were printed, and her voice was very shocking. Under the fierce offensive of the suggestion, Zhu and Zhu were embarrassed to lift their heads. Completely defeated him morally, and the rebellion was perfectly solved. Yu Qian also showed his edge in politics.
In July of the 14th year of the Orthodox Church (14 49), Wang Zhenli urged Ming Yingzong to make an expedition in person. Yu Qian and Minister of War Kuang Yě tried to protest, but Ming Yingzong wouldn't listen. Kuang Yě followed Ming Yingzong to manage the army and put Yu Qian in charge of the Ministry of War. Yingzong was captured in the civil fort, and the capital was shocked. At this time, the king supervised the country and ordered his ministers to discuss the strategy of fighting. At this time, there was an argument about war and retreat in the court.
Xu Kun (that is, Xu Youzhen) said that the astrology has changed and he should move to Nanjing. Yu Qian snapped, "Those who propose to move south will be beheaded! Shi Jing is the foundation of the world. As long as you move, great things will disappear. Didn't you see the story of the southern crossing of the Song Dynasty? " Indeed, the example of the former dynasty is alive in front of us. What's the difference between moving south and the small court in the Southern Song Dynasty? Can the Ming dynasty only live a life of drunkenness and dream of death? Therefore, Yu Qian firmly supported not retreating to the south, and at the same time prevented the resistance of the effective forces and preserved the foundation of the Ming Dynasty.
However, a country cannot live without a monarch for a day, especially in such a dangerous situation. The situation of Yingzong outside is still unclear. If the domestic situation is unstable, it will inevitably lead to the rebellion of local forces. Therefore, we should do something in an emergency. Finally, on the recommendation of Yu Qian, Zhu Qiyu, the younger brother of Yingzong, was appointed emperor, and he was called Daizong. Yaozun Yingzong is the emperor's father, and Zhu Jianshen, the eldest son of Yingzong, is the prince. Year number Jingtai. But this incident also laid a curse for Yu Qian's fate.
Everything is destined to be liquidated after the return of Yingzong, and if Yingzong returns to power, it will definitely make a difference.
In A.D. 1457, at the command of Ming Yingzong, Yu Qian and Shao Bao, the hero of Daming's national protection, ushered in the end of their lives-being beheaded in front of the Beijing city that they had sworn to defend. At that moment, the world heard it and it was all sad. However, at this time, Yu Qian could not be resurrected.
Yu Qian's patriotism naturally needs no more proof. Everything in the past shows that he always stood on the side of the Ming Dynasty. However, due to the original decision, Yingzong's heart was full of bad feelings for him, which may not be shown at ordinary times. However, after Yingzong regained power, everything had to be liquidated, and Yu Qian was naturally an important part.
At that time, after the victory of defending Beijing, the captured Ming Yingzong became a basket case. In order to increase the internal contradictions in the Ming Dynasty, Ming Yingzong Zhu Qizhen was unconditionally released by Varas. Ming Yingzong's imminent return once embarrassed Ming Daizong Zhu Qiyu. At this time, Yu Qian stood up and said, "God has decided, I would rather have him, and I will welcome him as soon as possible." In the end, Ming Yingzong, who came back, sat firmly in the position of the emperor's father, and Yingzong could only live in the deep palace, secretly dormant. After all, the throne is so tempting that it will set off a new storm whenever there is an opportunity.
Finally, the previous scene appeared, in which a generation of loyal ministers were beheaded at the gates of Beijing, which they had defended.
After the restoration of Nangong, Yingzong regained power and then ascended the throne of the emperor.
The first thing Ming Yingzong did after the restoration was to slay Yu Qian and Shao Bao. In fact, before the imperial edict, Ming Yingzong's heart was full of contradictions. He understood Yu Qian's contribution to defending the country and knew that without Yu Qian's original contribution, there would be no return after him. To this end, he deliberately said: "Yu Qian is really meritorious." However, if there is any merit, it is important to prove that your recovery is justified. Based on this, Yu Qian must die, otherwise he will be a nameless teacher. In this case, Yu Qian has made meritorious service and will be executed. Generally speaking, these two people are opposites. Even if he is a hero of the Ming Dynasty, he can only have this ending in the end.
Perhaps Ming Yingzong returned to power, and no one dared to go against the emperor's will. After all, he needs a group of people to bully him, so that he can consolidate the throne. Even after the Empress Dowager Cixi learned that Yu Qian was executed, she just sighed helplessly. He knew that his son's ambition didn't stop there.
After Ming Yingzong's death, the Ming Dynasty began an activity to rehabilitate Yu Qian. After all, in their hearts, Yu Qian was indeed a hero of the Ming Dynasty.
After Ming Yingzong, Ming Xianzong ascended the throne. He ordered Yu Qian to be rehabilitated and reinstated. In addition, he made special sacrifices. Ming Xianzong affirmed Yu Qian's contribution in his eulogy. He said: "when the country is in trouble, it is safe to defend the country, but justice is the only thing that envies traitors to power." The early emperor knew he was wrong, but I really felt sorry for his loyalty. "
Yu Qian, above history, finally ushered in a positive evaluation.
Later generations of Ming emperors also made positive comments on money and praised him constantly, which greatly improved Yu Qian's position. After all, he became a famous courtier in the Ming Dynasty.
In the Qing Dynasty, Yu Qian was still recognized by the dynasty. The History of the Ming Dynasty compiled by the Qing Dynasty praised Yu Qian for "loyalty and justice, winning glory with the sun and the moon". At that time, Yu Qian, Yue Fei and Zhang Huangyan were all buried in the West Lake, so they were called the "Three Masters of the West Lake".
175 1 year, when emperor Qianlong visited Jiangnan, Yu Qian wrote the inscription "Dan Xin Kang Jie".
Yu Qian's contribution to the Ming Dynasty was enormous. If he hadn't insisted, maybe Daming really might have moved to Nanjing. With his persistence, he not only held the city of Beijing, but also consolidated the foundation of Daming. He can die bravely for the sake of justice in his heart. After all, he has the feeling of home and country in his heart and knows what he should and should not do. He is also worthy of the positive comments given to him by history.