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Wen Yang
AncientGeneralChina238 — 291
Ferocious warrior who charged Sima Shi camp single-handedly.
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Quick Facts
Born
238
Died
291
Country
China
Era
Ancient
Occupation
General
Score Overview
Military (10%)40
Political (20%)39
Influence (20%)45
Legacy (20%)36
Leadership (15%)35
Strategy (15%)60
Total Score41.4
Wen Yang — Complete Timeline
255 AD
Single-Handed Charge at Sima Shi's CampWar◆ Major
During the rebellion of Guanqiu Jian and Wen Qin, Wen Yang, then a young officer, charged alone into Sima Shi's camp, causing chaos and nearly capturing the Wei commander. The feat demonstrated his personal bravery but did not change the battle's outcome.
BattlePersonal ValorThree Kingdoms
Impact: regional
265 AD
Defected to Jin DynastyPolitical Action
After the fall of Wei, Wen Yang surrendered to the Jin dynasty and was given a military post. He later served under Emperor Wu of Jin.
DefectionJin DynastyPolitical Transition
Impact: national
291 AD
Executed by Sima LiangPolitical Action◆ Major
During the War of the Eight Princes, Wen Yang was executed by Sima Liang, who feared his military prowess. His death removed a capable general from the Jin court.
ExecutionWar of the Eight PrincesJin Dynasty
Impact: nationaltragic
Detailed Scores
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Military
Strategy
8
Tactics
8
Battles
8
Army Scale
8
War Impact
9
Political
Governance
5
Reform
5
Stability
5
Policy
5
Power
5
Influence
History
8
Global
8
Culture
8
Ideology
8
Legacy
8
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