Pan Zhang

AncientGeneralChina175 — 234

Wu general who captured Guan Yu at Maicheng.

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Quick Facts

Born

175

Died

234

Country

China

Era

Ancient

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)55

Political (20%)35

Influence (20%)45

Legacy (20%)37

Leadership (15%)63

Strategy (15%)60

Total Score46.5

Pan Zhang — Complete Timeline

200 AD

Service under Sun QuanWar

Pan Zhang began his military career under Sun Quan, serving as a general in the Wu army. He participated in campaigns against Cao Cao and Liu Bei, earning a reputation for his aggressive tactics.

ServiceSun QuanGeneral

Impact: regional

219 AD

Capture of Guan Yu at MaichengWar

Pan Zhang led the Wu forces that ambushed and captured the Shu general Guan Yu at Maicheng. This capture led to Guan Yu's execution and was a major turning point in the Three Kingdoms period, weakening Shu and strengthening Wu.

CaptureGuan YuMaicheng

Impact: global

222 AD

Battle of YilingWar◆ Major

Pan Zhang fought in the Battle of Yiling against Liu Bei's invasion of Wu. He commanded a contingent of troops and contributed to the Wu victory that repelled the Shu offensive.

BattleYilingShu

Impact: regional

234 AD

Death of Pan ZhangOther

Pan Zhang died of natural causes after a career marked by his role in Guan Yu's capture. He was posthumously honored by Sun Quan, though his actions remain controversial in historical accounts.

DeathControversyGuan Yu

Impact: regional