Military Commanders

Jizhou Also known as the Ji Garrison, this was the most critical defensive sector of the Great Wall, protecting the northern approaches to the capital, Beijing.

One Garrison Commander

Regional Commander Zongbingguan Originally established in earlier years; in the second year of the Longqing era (1568), the title was changed to "Superintendent of Military Training concurrently serving as Garrison Commander," stationed at the Santun Camp. The post remains the same today.

Three Co-defensive Commanders

Vice Regional Commander of the Eastern Route Newly established in the third year of the Longqing era (1569), stationed at Jianchang Camp. He is responsible for managing four defensive routes: Yanhe Camp, Taitou Camp, Shimen Fort, and Shanhaiguan The famous "First Pass under Heaven" where the Great Wall meets the sea..

Vice Regional Commander of the Central Route In the fourth year of the Wanli era (1576), the post of Mobile Corps Commander original: Youji 遊擊 of the Santun Right Camp was reorganized into this position to coordinate defense alongside the Eastern and Western routes. This commander was granted an official seal of authority original: Guanfang 關防; a specialized rectangular seal used for high-ranking military officials and is stationed at Santun Camp. He oversees four routes: Malanyu, Songpenggu, Xifengkou, and Taiping Camp.