Zheng Zhu

MedievalPoliticianChina770 — 835

Tang official involved in Sweet Dew incident against eunuchs.

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Quick Facts

Born

770

Died

835

Country

China

Era

Medieval

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)29

Influence (20%)46

Legacy (20%)37

Leadership (15%)48

Strategy (15%)39

Total Score41.3

Zheng Zhu — Complete Timeline

835 AD

Sweet Dew IncidentPolitical Action

Zheng Zhu, along with Emperor Wenzong and Li Xun, plotted to massacre the powerful eunuchs of the Tang court. The plot failed when eunuchs discovered the conspiracy, leading to a violent crackdown.

ConspiracyEunuch PowerTang Dynasty

Impact: nationaldestructive

Death in the CrackdownPolitical Action◆ Major

Zheng Zhu was killed by eunuch forces during the crackdown following the failed Sweet Dew Incident. His death solidified eunuch control over the Tang court for decades.

DeathCrackdownEunuch Power

Impact: nationaltragic