The Dingzhou War between Liao and the Later Tang Dynasty and its Effects

The Dingzhou War between Liao and the Later Tang Dynasties occurred after Taizong Liao ascended the throne.It is a test that Emperor Taizong practiced the military policy to control the Central Plains.The cause of the Dingzhou War is Wang Du's rebellion.Then the reinforcements from Liao started the conflict between the two sides.Eventually the war ended with Liao's defeat.The reasons for Liao's failure include inappropriate wartime,inadequate military supplies,strong resistance from the Central Plains people,battle field constraints,etc.The war has certain effects on the political power of the two dynasties.Their political structure and society have undergone small changes respectively.