Liao Hua

AncientGeneralChina185 — 264

Shu general who served from Yellow Turban era to Shu fall.

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Quick Facts

Born

185

Died

264

Country

China

Era

Ancient

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)40

Political (20%)35

Influence (20%)46

Legacy (20%)38

Leadership (15%)41

Strategy (15%)42

Total Score40.3

Liao Hua — Complete Timeline

184 AD

Participated in Yellow Turban RebellionWar

Liao Hua joined Liu Bei's forces during the Yellow Turban Rebellion, fighting against the rebel armies. This marked the beginning of his long military career, which spanned from the Han dynasty's decline to the fall of Shu.

Yellow TurbanShu HanMilitary Service

228 AD

Defended Shu During Northern ExpeditionsWar

Liao Hua served as a general under Zhuge Liang during the Northern Expeditions against Wei. He commanded rear-guard forces and participated in several battles, including the defense of Hanzhong.

Northern ExpeditionsShu HanBattle

Impact: regional

263 AD

Witnessed Fall of ShuWar◆ Major

Liao Hua was one of the last surviving generals of Shu when Wei invaded in 263. He advised against surrender but was overruled. After the fall of Shu, he was taken to Luoyang as a prisoner, where he died the following year.

Fall of ShuThree KingdomsEnd of Era

Impact: regionaltragic