Edict 1SZ-04-04

To the Soldiers and Officers of the Dingzhou Garrison,

Your firmness in defending Dingzhou during the rebellion earlier this year, as well as your evident skill in your drills and discipline, deserve reward.

''As such, we command that all ranks of officers and soldiers in the Dingzhou garrison, numbering 16,200 and more, will receive one month's salary as a reward from the Privy Purse. ''