The 'Blank Year' Strategy That Killed 400,000

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The 'Blank Year' Strategy That Killed 400,000 | Battle of Changping

China's Living Legends

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1 week ago

The 'Blank Year' Strategy That Killed 400,000 | Battle of Changping

Everyone blames the general. But 400,000 soldiers didn't die because of bad leadership - they died because one side had Amazon, and the other had a corner store.The Battle of Changping (260 BC) wasn't just another ancient war. It was a masterclass in how superior logistics, diplomatic isolation, and strategic patience can turn courage into a death sentence.🎯 What You'll Learn:- Why Qin spent a mysterious "blank year" before the final battle- How Qin's supply chain worked like ancient Amazon (vs Zhao's mom-and-pop logistics)- The brilliant diplomatic betrayal that left Zhao completely isolated- Why this wasn't about "book smart vs battle smart" - it was about systems vs individuals⚔️ THE NUMBERS:- 1 million+ soldiers involved- 46 days of siege- 450,000 Zhao troops trapped- 400,000+ buried alive after surrender- Only 240 survivorsThis battle didn't just kill hundreds of thousands - it sealed the fate of the Warring States period and paved the way for China's first empire.https://youtu.be/2G-wmHcLnz0