Memorial on Sending Troops (Tianzhong zhengyao)

The Memorial on Sending Troops (Tianzhong zhengyao) was an important Chinese government document from the late Ming Dynasty, issued in 1629. It was a formal recommendation by officials urging the emperor to send military aid to Korea, which was under threat from Japan. The memorial highlighted Korea’s strategic importance and the need for timely support to maintain regional stability and Chinese interests. It reflects the diplomatic and military considerations of the period, emphasizing the importance of coordinated action and the role of officials in advising the emperor on foreign military policies.