Hun Jian

MedievalGeneralChina736 — 799

Tang general of Tiele descent who helped recapture Chang'an.

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Quick Facts

Born

736

Died

799

Country

China

Era

Medieval

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)70

Political (20%)26

Influence (20%)46

Legacy (20%)40

Leadership (15%)51

Strategy (15%)53

Total Score45.4

Hun Jian — Complete Timeline

763 AD

Suppressed An Lushan RebellionWar

Hun Jian participated in the suppression of the An Lushan Rebellion, fighting against rebel forces in northern China. His service during this conflict established his military reputation.

An Lushan RebellionTang DynastyMilitary Campaign

Impact: national

784 AD

Helped Recapture Chang'an from Zhu CiWar◆ Major

Hun Jian, a general of Tiele descent, fought alongside Li Sheng to recapture Chang'an from the rebel Zhu Ci. His cavalry forces were instrumental in the victory, restoring the Tang emperor to power.

Zhu Ci RebellionChang'an RecaptureTang Dynasty

Impact: nationalconstructive

785 AD

Appointed to High Military OfficePolitical Action

After his role in recapturing Chang'an, Hun Jian was appointed to a high military office in the Tang court. This appointment reflected his importance as a loyal general of non-Han origin.

Tang DynastyMilitary AppointmentTiele Descent

Impact: nationalconstructive