《General History of China》Episode 80 Synopsis
Tumu Fort Incident
In June of the 14th year of Zhengtong (1449), the Oara leader also marched into the Ming Dynasty. Instigated by the eunuch Wang Zhen, Emperor Yingzong of the Ming Dynasty established the two-year-old prince Zhu Jianshen as the crown prince, despite the dissuasion of the officials.Zhu Qiyu, the younger brother of the emperor's mother, stayed behind and personally led the army to the expedition.All military and political affairs were left to Wang Zhen's discretion. The marching route changed frequently and the soldiers were exhausted.Kuang Ye, Minister of War, repeatedly requested to enter Juyongguan to ensure safety, but Wang Zhen refused.
