Emperor Wu of Han

AncientEmperorChina156 BCE — 87 BCE

Emperor Wu of Han (156–87 BCE), China’s seventh Han emperor, expanded the empire’s borders, established the Silk Road, and promoted Confucianism as state doctrine.

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Born

156 BCE

Died

87 BCE

Country

China

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)82

Political (20%)70

Influence (20%)77

Legacy (20%)88

Leadership (15%)82

Strategy (15%)62

Total Score76.8

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