Lian Po

AncientGeneralChina-327 — -243

Zhao veteran general who reconciled with Lin Xiangru.

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Quick Facts

Born

327 BCE

Died

243 BCE

Country

China

Era

Ancient

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)67

Political (20%)26

Influence (20%)57

Legacy (20%)50

Leadership (15%)61

Strategy (15%)58

Total Score52.5

Lian Po — Complete Timeline

283 BC

Defeated Qi ForcesWar

Lian Po led Zhao armies to victory against the state of Qi, capturing several cities. This campaign expanded Zhao's territory and demonstrated his military prowess as a general.

BattleZhaoQi

Impact: regional

279 BC

Reconciled with Lin XiangruCultural◆ Major

Lian Po, a veteran general of Zhao, initially resented Lin Xiangru's promotion above him. After learning of Lin's selfless behavior for the state, Lian Po apologized by carrying a thorny stick to Lin's residence, and the two became close allies.

ReconciliationZhaoFriendship

Impact: nationalconstructive

260 BC

Replaced by Zhao Kuo at ChangpingPolitical Action◆ Major

King Xiaocheng of Zhao replaced Lian Po with Zhao Kuo as commander at the Battle of Changping, against the advice of Zhao She. Lian Po's defensive strategy was abandoned, leading to a disastrous defeat for Zhao.

ReplacementBattle of ChangpingZhao

Impact: regionaltragic