Xia Gui

MedievalGeneralChina1170 — 1240

Song general who defended against the Jin and Mongols.

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Quick Facts

Born

1170

Died

1240

Country

China

Era

Medieval

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)31

Influence (20%)47

Legacy (20%)39

Leadership (15%)54

Strategy (15%)66

Total Score45.9

Xia Gui — Complete Timeline

1210 AD

Defended against the Jin dynasty in the early 13th centuryWar

Xia Gui, as a Song general, led forces against the Jurchen Jin dynasty during their invasions of Song territory. He participated in campaigns to repel Jin attacks along the border. His efforts were part of the ongoing Song-Jin conflict that preceded the Mongol threat.

Song-Jin WarDefenseBorder Conflict

Impact: regional

1235 AD

Fought against Mongol incursions into Song territoryWar◆ Major

Xia Gui commanded Song forces resisting Mongol invasions during the early campaigns of the Mongol conquest of the Song. He engaged Mongol armies in the border regions, attempting to hold defensive lines. His actions were part of the broader Song military effort against the expanding Mongol Empire.

Mongol InvasionResistanceBorder Defense

Impact: regional