Good Landlord of the Tang Dynasty.

Summary

In front of the Tang army, Li Chao and his commanders analyzed a map revealing the fertile lands of the Western Loop, with 80% of the area featuring rich alluvial and meadow soils. Despite the region's reputation for drought, they discovered ample irrigation potential from the Yellow River and groundwater. Li Chao highlighted the significance of irrigated land, which guarantees harvests regardless of weather conditions, contrasting it with less productive dry land. The commanders were excited about the prospect of cultivating over 700,000 mu of irrigated land, potentially yielding over 2 million shi of grain annually, ensuring self-sufficiency for their 50,000 soldiers. As they prepared for battle against the Liang forces, Li Chao emphasized a defensive strategy, allowing the enemy to tire themselves before counterattacking.

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