Wen Qin

AncientGeneralChina200 — 258

Wei general who joined Zhuge Dan rebellion.

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Quick Facts

Born

200

Died

258

Country

China

Era

Ancient

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)48

Political (20%)35

Influence (20%)44

Legacy (20%)34

Leadership (15%)57

Strategy (15%)50

Total Score43.1

Wen Qin — Complete Timeline

255 AD

Rebellion of Guanqiu Jian and Wen QinWar◆ Major

Wen Qin and Guanqiu Jian rebelled against Sima Shi in Shouchun. They opposed Sima's usurpation of power. Sima Shi personally led forces against them. The rebellion collapsed when Guanqiu Jian was killed and Wen Qin fled to Wu, leaving his family behind.

Three KingdomsWei Civil WarRebellion

Impact: nationaldestructive

257 AD

Joined Zhuge Dan RebellionWar◆ Major

Wen Qin joined Zhuge Dan's rebellion against Sima Zhao, bringing his forces to Shouchun. He had previously rebelled against Sima Shi in 255 and fled to Wu. His participation added experienced troops to the rebellion but also created internal tensions.

Three KingdomsWei Civil WarRebellion

Impact: nationaldestructive

258 AD

Execution by Zhuge DanPolitical Action

During the siege of Shouchun, Zhuge Dan suspected Wen Qin of disloyalty and executed him. This act demoralized the defenders and weakened the rebellion. Wen Qin's sons then defected to Sima Zhao, contributing to the rebellion's collapse.

Three KingdomsWei Civil WarExecution

tragic