Lu Shirong

MedievalPoliticianChina1240 — 1285

Yuan finance minister executed for corruption.

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Quick Facts

Born

1240

Died

1285

Country

China

Era

Medieval

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)39

Political (20%)38

Influence (20%)46

Legacy (20%)34

Leadership (15%)48

Strategy (15%)40

Total Score40.9

Lu Shirong — Complete Timeline

1279 AD

Appointed as Finance Minister of the Yuan DynastyPolitical Action◆ Major

Lu Shirong was appointed as a finance minister under Kublai Khan. He implemented fiscal policies to increase state revenue, including tax reforms and monopolies on salt and iron, which funded Yuan military campaigns.

Yuan DynastyFiscal PolicyTaxation

Impact: national

1285 AD

Execution for CorruptionPolitical Action◆ Major

Lu Shirong was executed by order of Kublai Khan after being convicted of corruption and embezzlement. His policies had caused widespread resentment, and his death was used to appease critics and restore confidence in the Yuan administration.

Yuan DynastyCorruptionExecution

Impact: nationaldestructive