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Cao Xiu
AncientGeneralChina175 — 228
Wei general defeated by Wu at Shiting.
Quick Facts
Born
175
Died
228
Country
China
Era
Ancient
Occupation
General
Score Overview
Military (10%)48
Political (20%)38
Influence (20%)62
Legacy (20%)51
Leadership (15%)40
Strategy (15%)38
Total Score46.7
Cao Xiu — Complete Timeline
220 AD
Appointed General of the VanguardPolitical Action
Cao Xiu was appointed General of the Vanguard by Emperor Cao Pi, tasked with leading the elite vanguard forces. This position gave him command of the most prestigious unit in Wei's army, reflecting his close relationship with the emperor.
Three KingdomsWei PoliticsMilitary Appointment
Impact: nationalconstructive
222 AD
Battle of DongkouWar
Cao Xiu commanded Wei naval forces against Wu at Dongkou. He attempted to cross the Yangtze River but was repelled by Wu defenses under L
Three KingdomsWei-Wu WarNaval Battle
Impact: regional
228 AD
Battle of ShitingWar◆ Major
Cao Xiu led Wei forces against Wu at Shiting. Wu commander Lu Xun feigned retreat, luring Cao Xiu into an ambush. Wei forces were decisively defeated, suffering heavy casualties. Cao Xiu died shortly after from shame and illness.
Three KingdomsWei-Wu WarDefeat
Impact: regionaltragic
Detailed Scores
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Military
Strategy
8
Tactics
8
Battles
8
Army Scale
8
War Impact
8
Political
Governance
5
Reform
5
Stability
5
Policy
5
Power
5
Influence
History
8
Global
7
Culture
8
Ideology
8
Legacy
8