Wang Dun

AncientGeneralChina266 — 324

Eastern Jin rebel general who briefly controlled the court.

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Quick Facts

Born

266

Died

324

Country

China

Era

Ancient

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)70

Political (20%)31

Influence (20%)48

Legacy (20%)41

Leadership (15%)34

Strategy (15%)50

Total Score43.8

Wang Dun — Complete Timeline

315 AD

Suppression of Du Tao's rebellionWar◆ Major

Wang Dun, as Jin general, defeated and killed the rebel leader Du Tao at Xiangyang. This victory secured the eastern provinces for the Eastern Jin court and elevated Wang Dun's military reputation.

Eastern JinRebellionMilitary Campaign

Impact: regional

322 AD

Rebellion against Emperor Yuan of JinWar◆ Major

Wang Dun rebelled against Emperor Yuan of Jin, citing the emperor's reliance on corrupt officials. He captured the capital Jiankang and forced the emperor to submit, effectively controlling the Eastern Jin court.

Eastern JinRebellionPower Struggle

Impact: nationaldestructive

324 AD

Death and posthumous condemnationPolitical Action◆ Major

Wang Dun died of illness while preparing for a second rebellion against Emperor Ming of Jin. His death allowed the court to suppress his family and allies, and he was posthumously condemned as a rebel, with his titles stripped.

Eastern JinRebellionDeath

Impact: national