Tolbuzin (simplified: 图尔布青, traditional: 圖爾布青, pinyin: Tú’ěrbùqīng, jyutping: tou4 ji5 bou3 cing1) is a Russian general who serves in the Russian military, participating in various military operations in The Deer and the Cauldron.
Biography
Historical background
Tolbuzin refers to Alexey Tolbuzin, a real historical figure who was a Russian military commander during the late 17th century. He participated in various military operations, including conflicts with China and other neighbouring states.
In the novel, Tolbuzin appears as a Russian general who serves in the Russian military, participating in various military operations and representing Russian military interests.
Service as Russian general
Tolbuzin serves as a general in the Russian military, holding a position of significant authority and responsibility within the Russian military hierarchy. As a general, he is responsible for leading military forces and participating in various military operations.
His position gives him significant authority over military matters, making him an important figure in the Russian military structure.
Role in military operations
Tolbuzin participates in various military operations and activities, leading Russian forces in support of Russian military campaigns. His role includes coordinating military movements, managing troop deployments, and ensuring that military operations are properly executed.
His service as a general reflects the importance of military leadership in Russian expansion and the role that generals like Tolbuzin played in maintaining the military effectiveness of the Russian forces.
Relationship with Russian court
Tolbuzin maintains a relationship with the Russian court, serving under the authority of Princess Sophia (索菲亚) and other Russian leaders. His position as a general places him within the broader structure of the Russian state, where military leaders like Tolbuzin supported the political leadership.
Significance
Tolbuzin represents the theme of international relations and the role of foreign military forces. His position as a Russian general demonstrates how the novel explores relationships between China and foreign powers, showing how military leaders like Tolbuzin participated in various military operations and conflicts.
His character also highlights the theme of military organization and the role of generals in maintaining military effectiveness, showing how generals like Tolbuzin played important roles in the military structure of foreign states.
Tolbuzin’s character contributes to the broader theme of international politics and the various foreign powers that interacted with China during this period, showing how military leaders like Tolbuzin participated in the complex web of international relations and military conflicts.