El Kulug Shad

MedievalEmperorWestern Turkic Khaganate620 — 645

Western Turkic prince who opposed Tang.

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Quick Facts

Born

620

Died

645

Country

Western Turkic Khaganate

Era

Medieval

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)23

Political (20%)34

Influence (20%)46

Legacy (20%)36

Leadership (15%)50

Strategy (15%)30

Total Score38.1

El Kulug Shad — Complete Timeline

640 AD

Rebellion against Tang ChinaWar◆ Major

El Kulug Shad, a Western Turkic prince, led a rebellion against Tang Chinese control over the Western Turkic Khaganate. He allied with the Xueyantuo and other tribes to resist Tang expansion into the Tarim Basin.

RebellionTang DynastyWestern Turkic Khaganate

Impact: regionaldestructive

644 AD

Battle of KarasahrWar◆ Major

El Kulug Shad fought against Tang forces at the Battle of Karasahr in the Tarim Basin. He was defeated by the Tang general Guo Xiaoke, leading to the loss of the city and weakening his position.

BattleTang DynastyTarim Basin

Impact: regionaldestructive

645 AD

Death in battleWar◆ Major

El Kulug Shad was killed in battle against Tang forces. His death ended the major Turkic resistance in the Western Regions, allowing Tang China to consolidate control over the Silk Road and the Tarim Basin.

DeathBattleTang Dynasty

Impact: regionaltragic