Shi Le

AncientEmperorChina274 — 333

Jie slave who rose to become emperor of Later Zhao.

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Quick Facts

Born

274

Died

333

Country

China

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)78

Political (20%)55

Influence (20%)52

Legacy (20%)47

Leadership (15%)72

Strategy (15%)70

Total Score58.5

Shi Le — Complete Timeline

311 AD

Battle of LuoyangWar◆ Major

Shi Le's forces captured the Western Jin capital Luoyang, taking Emperor Huai prisoner. This event effectively ended Western Jin rule in the north.

Sixteen KingdomsBattleWestern Jin

Impact: regionaldestructive

319 AD

Founded Later Zhao dynastyPolitical Action◆ Major

Shi Le declared himself emperor of Later Zhao after breaking from the Han Zhao kingdom. He established his capital at Xiangguo, creating a powerful state in northern China.

Sixteen KingdomsLater ZhaoFounding

Impact: regional

328 AD

Defeated Liu Yao at Battle of XiangguoWar◆ Major

Shi Le defeated and captured Liu Yao, the emperor of Han Zhao, at the Battle of Xiangguo. This victory eliminated his main rival and consolidated Later Zhao control over northern China.

Sixteen KingdomsBattleLater Zhao

Impact: regional