Sun Jun

AncientPoliticianChina200 — 256

Wu regent who killed Zhuge Ke and dominated court.

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Quick Facts

Born

200

Died

256

Country

China

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)15

Political (20%)25

Influence (20%)48

Legacy (20%)38

Leadership (15%)55

Strategy (15%)55

Total Score40.6

Sun Jun — Complete Timeline

253 AD

Coup against Zhuge KePolitical Action

Sun Jun led a coup against the regent Zhuge Ke. He ambushed Zhuge Ke at a banquet, arresting and executing him. Sun Jun then assumed the regency, purging Zhuge Ke's supporters and consolidating power.

Three KingdomsCoupZhuge Ke

Impact: nationaldestructive

Regency over WuPolitical Action◆ Major

Sun Jun became regent for the young Emperor Sun Liang. He dominated the Wu court, appointing loyalists to key positions and suppressing dissent. His rule was marked by authoritarian control and political purges.

Three KingdomsRegencySun Liang

Impact: nationaldestructive

254 AD

Purge of OfficialsPolitical Action

Sun Jun ordered the execution of several officials suspected of opposing his rule, including L

Three KingdomsPurgePolitical Repression

Impact: nationaldestructive

256 AD

Death and Succession CrisisPolitical Action◆ Major

Sun Jun died of illness in 256. His cousin Sun Chen succeeded him as regent, but the transition led to further instability. Sun Chen's subsequent actions would eventually lead to the downfall of the Sun clan's regency.

Three KingdomsSuccessionSun Chen

Impact: national