Tian Chengsi

MedievalGeneralChina705 — 779

Tang military governor who became a de facto independent warlord.

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Quick Facts

Born

705

Died

779

Country

China

Era

Medieval

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)68

Political (20%)41

Influence (20%)47

Legacy (20%)42

Leadership (15%)65

Strategy (15%)58

Total Score50.6

Tian Chengsi — Complete Timeline

757 AD

Suppression of An Lushan RebellionWar◆ Major

Tian Chengsi initially fought against An Lushan's rebellion as a Tang general. His military contributions helped the Tang dynasty regain control over parts of northern China.

An Lushan RebellionTang DynastyMilitary Service

Impact: national

763 AD

Establishment of Weibo CircuitPolitical Action◆ Major

Tian Chengsi became the military governor of Weibo circuit, establishing a de facto independent domain. He ruled the region as a hereditary warlord, paying nominal allegiance to the Tang court while maintaining autonomy.

Tang DynastyWarlordAutonomy

Impact: regional