Xue Yue

ModernGeneralChina1896 — 1998

KMT general who commanded Chinese forces at the Battle of Changsha.

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Quick Facts

Born

1896

Died

1998

Country

China

Era

Modern

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)70

Political (20%)38

Influence (20%)58

Legacy (20%)50

Leadership (15%)68

Strategy (15%)58

Total Score55.7

Xue Yue — Complete Timeline

1939 AD

Commanded the Battle of Changsha (1939)War◆ Major

Xue Yue commanded Chinese forces in the First Battle of Changsha, successfully defending the city against a Japanese offensive. The victory boosted Chinese morale and marked the first major Japanese defeat in the war.

Second Sino-Japanese WarVictory

Impact: regionalconstructive

Commander of the 9th War ZonePolitical Action◆ Major

Xue Yue was appointed commander of the 9th War Zone, responsible for defending Hunan and Jiangxi provinces. He held this command through multiple battles, becoming one of the most effective Nationalist commanders.

Military CommandWorld War II

Impact: regional

1941 AD

Commanded the Battle of Changsha (1941)War◆ Major

Xue Yue led Chinese forces to victory in the Third Battle of Changsha, repelling a Japanese offensive. The battle resulted in heavy Japanese casualties and was one of the largest Chinese victories of the war.

Second Sino-Japanese WarVictory

Impact: regionalconstructive

1944 AD

Defeated at the Battle of Changsha (1944)War◆ Major

Xue Yue's forces were defeated in the Fourth Battle of Changsha during Operation Ichigo. Japanese forces captured the city, and Xue Yue's command was criticized for its failure to hold the strategic position.

Second Sino-Japanese WarDefeat

Impact: regionaltragic