Lu Su

AncientPoliticianChina172 — 217

Wu strategist who advocated the Sun-Liu alliance.

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Quick Facts

Born

172

Died

217

Country

China

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)10

Political (20%)61

Influence (20%)53

Legacy (20%)48

Leadership (15%)72

Strategy (15%)40

Total Score50.4

Lu Su — Complete Timeline

208 AD

Advocacy of Sun-Liu AlliancePolitical Action

Lu Su traveled to Liu Bei's camp and convinced him to ally with Sun Quan against Cao Cao. This alliance was crucial for the victory at Red Cliffs.

Three KingdomsDiplomacyAlliance

Impact: globalconstructive

210 AD

Negotiation of Jing Province DivisionPolitical Action◆ Major

After Red Cliffs, Lu Su negotiated the division of Jing Province between Sun Quan and Liu Bei. He advocated for lending Jing to Liu Bei to strengthen the alliance against Cao Cao.

Three KingdomsDiplomacyTerritory

Impact: regional

215 AD

Appointment as Chief of StaffPolitical Action

Lu Su was appointed Chief of Staff of Wu, replacing Zhou Yu. He continued to advocate for the alliance with Liu Bei, though tensions grew over Jing Province.

WuAppointmentGovernment

Impact: nationalconstructive