Zhao She

AncientGeneralChina-290 — -260

Zhao general who advised against using Zhao Kuo at Changping.

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Quick Facts

Born

290 BCE

Died

260 BCE

Country

China

Era

Ancient

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)38

Political (20%)35

Influence (20%)47

Legacy (20%)42

Leadership (15%)41

Strategy (15%)60

Total Score43.4

Zhao She — Complete Timeline

270 BC

Defeated Qin Forces at YanyuWar◆ Major

Zhao She led Zhao forces to victory against Qin at the Battle of Yanyu. This victory temporarily halted Qin's eastward expansion and demonstrated Zhao's military capability under his command.

BattleZhaoQin

Impact: regionalconstructive

260 BC

Advised Against Zhao Kuo at ChangpingPolitical Action◆ Major

Zhao She, a general of Zhao, advised King Xiaocheng of Zhao not to replace the veteran general Lian Po with the inexperienced Zhao Kuo at the Battle of Changping. His advice was ignored, leading to a catastrophic defeat for Zhao.

Warring StatesBattle of ChangpingAdvice

Impact: regionaltragic