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Fu Jian (337–385)

337–385 · 4th century · Also known as Fu Jian of Former Qin, Emperor Xuanzhao of Former Qin

Fu Jian was the Di ruler of the Former Qin from 357, served by the able minister Wang Meng. He conquered Former Yan, Former Liang and Dai, unifying northern China in 376. His invasion of the southern Eastern Jin ended in disaster at the Battle of the Fei River in 383, after which his empire broke apart, and he was killed by Yao Chang in 385.

Fu Jian (337–385)
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Mentioned in 4 state histories

Dai (Sixteen Kingdoms)Former LiangFormer QinLater Qin

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