These local forces, relying on geographical advantages, were effective in guarding against Jin and Mongol incursion and providing defense, had a stabilizing effect on the border region.

• 这些地方武力，仗恃著地利，在金、蒙进犯时，发挥了守卫乡里、巩固疆土的作用，也具有稳定时局的意义。