Abstract: The military system of Yongshun Tusi indigenous soldiers was an integral component in Ming Dynasty’s Tusi system.The military construction，troop array，defense facilities，armaments and the military administration nearly brought Tujia ethnic culture to maturity  and enabled the soldiers to be ready fight all the time.Meanwhile,the study on this military system of indigenous soldiers can help to enhance the understanding of Tusi system’s essence.

Key words: Ming Dynasty, Yongshun Indigenous Soldier, Military System