Zhuge Dan

AncientGeneralChina206 — 258

Wei general who rebelled against Sima Zhao.

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Quick Facts

Born

206

Died

258

Country

China

Era

Ancient

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)10

Political (20%)35

Influence (20%)46

Legacy (20%)38

Leadership (15%)46

Strategy (15%)43

Total Score38.5

Zhuge Dan — Complete Timeline

252 AD

Battle of DongxingWar◆ Major

Zhuge Dan commanded Wei forces at Dongxing against Wu. He led a premature assault on Wu fortifications, falling into an ambush. Wei forces were routed, suffering heavy losses. This defeat damaged his reputation and contributed to his later rebellion.

Three KingdomsWei-Wu WarDefeat

Impact: regionaltragic

255 AD

Appointed Inspector of Yang ProvincePolitical Action

Zhuge Dan was appointed Inspector of Yang Province, giving him control over Wei's southeastern territories. This position provided him with military resources and autonomy. He used this power to prepare for his eventual rebellion against the Sima clan.

Three KingdomsWei PoliticsAppointment

Impact: regional

257 AD

Zhuge Dan RebellionWar

Zhuge Dan rebelled against Sima Zhao's regency, declaring loyalty to Wei. He allied with Wu forces and fortified Shouchun. Sima Zhao besieged the city for months. The rebellion failed when Wu reinforcements were defeated and Shouchun fell, leading to Zhuge Dan's execution.

Three KingdomsWei Civil WarRebellion

Impact: nationaldestructive