Gongsun Zan

AncientGeneralChina151 — 199

Warlord of the northeast known for white horse cavalry.

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Quick Facts

Born

151

Died

199

Country

China

Era

Ancient

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)62

Political (20%)32

Influence (20%)50

Legacy (20%)43

Leadership (15%)34

Strategy (15%)61

Total Score45.5

Gongsun Zan — Complete Timeline

191 AD

Battle of JieqiaoWar◆ Major

Gongsun Zan fought Yuan Shao at the Battle of Jieqiao. Despite using his elite White Horse Cavalry, Gongsun Zan was defeated by Yuan Shao's infantry tactics, marking a turning point in their rivalry for control of northern China.

Three KingdomsBattleDefeat

Impact: regionaldestructive

199 AD

Siege of YijingWar◆ Major

Gongsun Zan was besieged in his fortress at Yijing by Yuan Shao's forces. After a prolonged siege, Gongsun Zan committed suicide by setting his palace on fire, ending his rule over the northeast.

Three KingdomsSiegeDeath

Impact: regionaltragic