Tao Qian

AncientPoliticianChina132 — 194

Governor of Xu who entrusted his province to Liu Bei.

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Quick Facts

Born

132

Died

194

Country

China

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)36

Political (20%)62

Influence (20%)70

Legacy (20%)58

Leadership (15%)72

Strategy (15%)57

Total Score61.2

Tao Qian — Complete Timeline

193 AD

Conflict with Cao CaoWar◆ Major

Tao Qian clashed with Cao Cao after Cao Cao's father was killed in Xu Province. Cao Cao launched a punitive campaign, devastating much of Xu Province and forcing Tao Qian to seek alliances, including with Liu Bei.

Three KingdomsWarDevastation

Impact: regionaldestructive

194 AD

Entrusted Xu Province to Liu BeiPolitical Action◆ Major

Tao Qian, Governor of Xu Province, entrusted his province to Liu Bei upon his deathbed. This transfer of power gave Liu Bei his first independent territory and a base for his later campaigns.

Three KingdomsSuccessionTrust

Impact: regionalconstructive