Tao Kan

AncientGeneralChina259 — 334

Jin general who suppressed rebellions in the south.

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Quick Facts

Born

259

Died

334

Country

China

Era

Ancient

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)80

Political (20%)41

Influence (20%)51

Legacy (20%)43

Leadership (15%)68

Strategy (15%)55

Total Score53.4

Tao Kan — Complete Timeline

311 AD

Suppression of the Du Tao RebellionWar◆ Major

Tao Kan led forces to suppress the rebellion of Du Tao in the Xiangyang region. His victory restored order in the area and earned him recognition as a capable military commander in the Jin Dynasty.

Jin DynastyRebellionMilitary Campaign

Impact: regionalconstructive

324 AD

Suppression of the Wang Dun RebellionWar◆ Major

Tao Kan played a key role in suppressing the rebellion of Wang Dun, a powerful Jin general. He led naval forces to defeat Wang Dun's army, helping to stabilize the Jin court in the south.

Jin DynastyRebellionWang DunNaval Battle

Impact: nationalconstructive

328 AD

Appointed Grand CommandantPolitical Action◆ Major

Tao Kan was appointed Grand Commandant (Taiwei) by Emperor Cheng of Jin, the highest military office. This appointment recognized his contributions in suppressing rebellions and maintaining Jin control over southern China.

Jin DynastyMilitary CommandPromotion

Impact: nationalconstructive