Cao Chun

AncientGeneralChina170 — 210

Led the elite Tiger and Leopard cavalry of Wei.

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Quick Facts

Born

170

Died

210

Country

China

Era

Ancient

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)70

Political (20%)35

Influence (20%)46

Legacy (20%)39

Leadership (15%)57

Strategy (15%)60

Total Score48.2

Cao Chun — Complete Timeline

198 AD

Battle of XiapiWar◆ Major

Cao Chun led the Tiger and Leopard Cavalry in the siege of Xiapi against L

Three KingdomsSiegeLü Bu

Impact: regional

200 AD

Battle of GuanduWar◆ Major

Cao Chun commanded the Tiger and Leopard Cavalry at Guandu. He led a charge that broke Yuan Shao's elite troops and pursued the fleeing enemy, capturing many supplies and soldiers.

Three KingdomsBattleYuan Shao

Impact: regional

207 AD

Battle of White Wolf MountainWar◆ Major

Cao Chun led the Tiger and Leopard Cavalry in a rapid pursuit of the Wuhuan tribes at White Wolf Mountain. His cavalry defeated the Wuhuan army and killed their leader Tadun, securing Wei's northern frontier.

Three KingdomsBattleWuhuan

Impact: regional

210 AD

Death and Disbandment of Tiger and Leopard CavalryOther

Cao Chun died of illness in 210. Upon his death, Cao Cao ordered the Tiger and Leopard Cavalry to be disbanded, as no other commander was deemed worthy to lead them. This ended the elite unit's existence.

Three KingdomsCavalryCao Cao

Impact: nationaltragic