When Tang Gaozu started his army, there were only tens of thousands of people. Why can he be the emperor in one year and rule the country in seven years?

Although Tang Gaozu only had tens of thousands of soldiers and horses when he started, he knew how to use his aristocratic status to gain support under the banner of helping the royal family, and of course he also used the superstitious psychology of the people to pave the way for himself, so Tang Gaozu was able to claim the title of emperor in a short time.

First of all, Tang Gaozu knew how to use his royal aristocratic status.

It cannot be said that this is an important reason for Ethan's success. Tang Gaozu originally belonged to the royal family, and it was precisely because of his status that after he decided to revolt, his appeal was obviously much stronger than that of other warlords. Although his troops are few and the combat effectiveness of the army is not strong, as long as he carries the banner in his hand, many people will immediately take refuge in him, and his strength will grow rapidly.

Second, there are many folk sayings that Li Yuan has the appearance of an emperor.

Li Yuan is both a royal aristocrat and a natural person, and there is a rumor among the people that "the people are the masters of the country". It is said that it was calculated by a fortune teller. Whether it's true or not, the word spread abroad when the world was in chaos. Because ancient people were superstitious about such rumors, and Li Yuan's status as a royal aristocrat strengthened many people's inner thoughts, so Li Yuan's appeal must be higher than others.

Third, Tang Gaozu enhanced his influence under the banner of helping the royal family.

After Tang Gaozu arose, he didn't attack the city first, took the opportunity to expand his territory, then became king first, and then gave orders by this name. Li Yuan didn't do this because he wanted to show that his purpose was to help the world, save the people and revive the Sui Dynasty. Fighting the world under such a banner, and then sweeping the crowd, makes his behavior very reasonable.