Zhufu Yan

AncientPoliticianChina-180 — -126

Advisor who proposed the Tui'en Decree to weaken princes.

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Quick Facts

Born

180 BCE

Died

126 BCE

Country

China

Era

Ancient

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)38

Political (20%)54

Influence (20%)53

Legacy (20%)54

Leadership (15%)74

Strategy (15%)60

Total Score55.8

Zhufu Yan — Complete Timeline

127 BC

Proposed the Tui'en DecreePolitical Action◆ Major

Zhufu Yan advised Emperor Wu to implement the Tui'en Decree, which required feudal princes to divide their territories among all sons. This weakened the power of regional kingdoms and strengthened central control.

ReformCentralizationHan Dynasty

Impact: nationalconstructive

126 BC

Executed for corruptionOther

Zhufu Yan was executed after being accused of accepting bribes and abusing his power. His death marked a fall from favor despite his earlier influential role as an advisor.

ExecutionCorruptionFall from Grace

Impact: nationaltragic