Zhu Ci

MedievalGeneralChina742 — 784

Tang general who usurped the throne briefly.

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Quick Facts

Born

742

Died

784

Country

China

Era

Medieval

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)38

Political (20%)35

Influence (20%)42

Legacy (20%)33

Leadership (15%)52

Strategy (15%)43

Total Score39.7

Zhu Ci — Complete Timeline

783 AD

Jingyuan MutinyWar

Zhu Ci was proclaimed emperor by mutinous Jingyuan troops in Chang'an after they rebelled against the Tang court. He established the short-lived Qin dynasty and controlled the capital for several months.

MutinyUsurpationTang Crisis

Impact: nationaldestructive

Siege of FengtianWar◆ Major

Zhu Ci's forces besieged the Tang emperor Dezong at Fengtian. The siege failed due to the arrival of loyalist troops, forcing Zhu Ci to retreat and weakening his position.

SiegeTang DynastyRebellion

Impact: national

784 AD

Defeat and DeathWar◆ Major

Zhu Ci was defeated by Tang loyalist forces led by Li Sheng. He fled Chang'an and was killed by his own troops. His death ended the Qin dynasty and the rebellion.

BattleDefeatDeath

Impact: nationaltragic