King Xuan of Zhou

AncientEmperorZhou China-828 — -782

Restored Zhou power, military and economic revival.

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Quick Facts

Born

828 BCE

Died

782 BCE

Country

Zhou China

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)55

Political (20%)68

Influence (20%)52

Legacy (20%)44

Leadership (15%)40

Strategy (15%)58

Total Score51.5

King Xuan of Zhou — Complete Timeline

828 BC

Restoration of Zhou AuthorityPolitical Action◆ Major

After the Gonghe Regency ended, King Xuan ascended the throne and worked to restore the Zhou king's authority. He reasserted control over the feudal lords and revived the central government's power.

RestorationZhou DynastyCentral Authority

Impact: nationalconstructive

820 BC

Military Campaigns Against the Xianyun and HuaiyiWar◆ Major

King Xuan led successful military campaigns against the Xianyun (northern nomads) and the Huaiyi (eastern tribes). These victories secured the borders and restored Zhou military prestige.

Military CampaignXianyunHuaiyi

Impact: regional

810 BC

Economic Revival and Tax ReformsReform◆ Major

King Xuan implemented economic reforms, including tax adjustments and land redistribution, to revive the Zhou economy. These measures increased state revenue and improved agricultural productivity.

Economic ReformTaxationAgriculture

Impact: nationalconstructive

789 BC

Defeat at the Battle of QianmuWar◆ Major

King Xuan suffered a major military defeat against the Jiang Rong tribe at the Battle of Qianmu. This loss weakened the Zhou army and marked a setback in the king's efforts to restore military dominance.

Military DefeatJiang RongSetback

Impact: regionaltragic