Yu Yunwen

MedievalGeneralChina1110 — 1174

Song official who won a major victory at Caishi.

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Quick Facts

Born

1110

Died

1174

Country

China

Era

Medieval

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)64

Political (20%)75

Influence (20%)64

Legacy (20%)55

Leadership (15%)73

Strategy (15%)64

Total Score65.7

Yu Yunwen — Complete Timeline

1161 AD

Won the Battle of CaishiWar

Yu Yunwen commanded Song forces at the Battle of Caishi on the Yangtze River, defeating a Jin invasion fleet. Using fire ships and disciplined infantry, he repelled the attack, saving the Southern Song from collapse.

Jin InvasionBattleSouthern Song

Impact: regionalconstructive

1162 AD

Appointed Grand CouncilorPolitical Action◆ Major

After his victory at Caishi, Yu Yunwen was appointed Grand Councilor under Emperor Xiaozong. He advocated for military reform and northern recovery, but faced opposition from peace advocates.

AppointmentGovernmentSouthern Song

Impact: national

1163 AD

Proposed Northern ExpeditionPolitical Action◆ Major

Yu Yunwen proposed a large-scale northern expedition to recover territories from the Jin, but the plan was rejected by Emperor Xiaozong due to cost and risk. He was subsequently demoted and died in relative obscurity.

Military PlanningAdvocacySouthern Song

Impact: national