Dengizich vs Duke Xiang of Song

Dengizich led Hun forces against a coalition of Germanic tribes at the Battle of Nedao. The Huns were decisively defeated, and Dengizich was killed in the fighting. This battle shattered Hun unity and ended their dominance in Central Europe.

Dengizich attempted to reunite the fragmented Hun tribes under his leadership, following the collapse of Attila's empire. He succeeded in gathering some support but failed to achieve the unity of his father's era, facing resistance from rival Hun leaders.

Dengizich launched a campaign across the Danube into the Eastern Roman Empire, demanding tribute and land. The Romans refused and defeated his forces, forcing him to retreat. This failure weakened his position among the remaining Hun tribes.

Dengizich was killed in battle against the Eastern Roman Empire, reportedly by the general Anagast. His head was displayed in Constantinople, symbolizing the final collapse of Hun power. This event marked the end of Attila's line as a military force.

Duke Xiang convened a meeting of feudal lords at Song to assert his role as hegemon. However, Chu's King Cheng attended and had Duke Xiang captured, humiliating him and undermining his authority.

Duke Xiang of Song fought the state of Chu at the Hong River. He refused to attack the Chu army while it was crossing the river, insisting on chivalrous warfare. His forces were defeated, and he was wounded, leading to Song's decline.

Duke Xiang died from injuries sustained at the Battle of Hongshui the previous year. His death marked the end of Song's brief attempt at hegemony and left the state weakened.