Lin Xiangru

AncientPoliticianChina-310 — -260

Zhao minister who returned the jade intact to Zhao.

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Quick Facts

Born

310 BCE

Died

260 BCE

Country

China

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)30

Political (20%)45

Influence (20%)56

Legacy (20%)48

Leadership (15%)67

Strategy (15%)60

Total Score51.9

Lin Xiangru — Complete Timeline

283 BC

Returned the Jade Intact to ZhaoPolitical Action◆ Major

Lin Xiangru was sent as an envoy to the Qin court, where King Zhaoxiang of Qin demanded the He Shi Bi jade. Lin threatened to smash the jade and himself, forcing Qin to back down, and successfully returned the jade to Zhao.

DiplomacyJadeZhao

Impact: nationalconstructive

279 BC

Humbled the King of Qin at MianchiPolitical Action◆ Major

At the Mianchi meeting, Lin Xiangru forced the King of Qin to perform a drumming ceremony, humiliating him. This act preserved Zhao's dignity and prevented Qin from gaining diplomatic advantage.

DiplomacyMianchiZhao

Impact: regionalconstructive

Appointed Chief Minister of ZhaoPolitical Action◆ Major

Lin Xiangru was appointed chief minister (shangqing) of Zhao, ranking above the general Lian Po. His promotion was based on his diplomatic successes, and he later reconciled with Lian Po for the good of the state.

AppointmentZhaoGovernment

Impact: nationalconstructive