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Xu Sheng
AncientGeneralChina180 — 230
Wu general who used dummy walls to deceive Cao Pi.
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Quick Facts
Born
180
Died
230
Country
China
Era
Ancient
Occupation
General
Score Overview
Military (10%)55
Political (20%)35
Influence (20%)47
Legacy (20%)39
Leadership (15%)30
Strategy (15%)60
Total Score42.8
Xu Sheng — Complete Timeline
200 AD
Service under Sun QuanWar
Xu Sheng began his military career under Sun Quan, serving as a general in the Wu army. He participated in various campaigns against Cao Cao and Liu Bei, demonstrating competence in both offense and defense.
ServiceSun QuanGeneral
Impact: regional
222 AD
Deception of Cao Pi with Dummy WallsWar◆ Major
During the Battle of Dongkou against Cao Pi's invasion, Xu Sheng constructed fake walls and towers on the riverbank to deceive the Wei navy. The ruse convinced Cao Pi that Wu's defenses were stronger than they were, contributing to the Wei withdrawal.
DeceptionBattle of DongkouDefense
Impact: regionalconstructive
223 AD
Defense of JianglingWar◆ Major
Xu Sheng successfully defended the city of Jiangling against a Wei siege led by Cao Zhen. His strategic use of fortifications and counterattacks forced the Wei forces to retreat, securing Wu's western border.
DefenseJianglingSiege
Impact: regionalconstructive
230 AD
Death of Xu ShengOther
Xu Sheng died of natural causes after a distinguished military career. He was remembered for his ingenuity in defensive warfare and his loyalty to Sun Quan.
DeathLoyaltyDefense
Impact: regional
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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