Zhao Kuo (趙括; died 260 BCE) was a general of the state of Zhao during the Warring States period in ancient China. He lost the epic Battle of Changping between the states of Zhao and Qin.

In July 260 BC, Zhao Kuo arrived at Changping and took over command of the Zhao army. He discarded all previous defensive strategies made by his predecessor, and instead decided to take his main force north to quickly cross the Dan River and attack the left flank of the Qin army stationed along the river's west bank, hoping a decisive offense ...

Jan 14, 2025 · In the heart of ancient China, Zhao Kuo emerged as a remarkable military strategist whose ideas laid the groundwork for theoretical warfare. His groundbreaking insights transformed military tactics, shedding light on the vital connection between strategy and …

Nov 2, 2018 · After being besieged on the hillside for 46 days, the Zhao encampment, driven by hunger and despair, made several desperate attempts to escape. They were unable to break out of the stranglehold the Qin had erected. Zhao Kuo, led his finest troops in a last desperate attempt and was cut down by the massed ranks of crossbowmen. Surrender and ...

Emperor Ningzong of Song (19 November 1168 – 17 September 1224), personal name Zhao Kuo, was the 13th emperor of the Song dynasty of China and the fourth emperor of the Southern Song dynasty.

Mar 6, 2019 · There were two persons of the name Zhao Kuo 趙括, first, a dignitary and member of the house of Zhao 趙 in the state of Jin 晉 during the Spring and Autumn period 春秋 (770-5th cent. BCE), and second, a general of the state of Zhao during the late Warring States period 戰國 (5th cent.-221 BCE).

Jul 5, 2024 · The Battle of Changping is a famous battle in Chinese history, which occurred in 260 BC. In this battle, Zhao Kuo, a young general of the Zhao Kingdom, succeeded the veteran general Lian Po as the commander-in-chief of the Zhao army.

Zhao Kuo's tragedy has become a historical warning, reminding future generations: military command cannot rely solely on book theories, but must be combined with actual conditions and respond flexibly.

Zhao Kuo is one of the three sons of the old dragon king, formerly the general of the East China Sea. He failed his Heavenly Tribulation. On the verge of death, he wants to give his power to Hao Ren but with the intervene of Zhen Congming he's saved. His …

Dec 30, 2024 · Zhao Kuo’s overconfidence and focus on theoretical strategies led to disastrous results for his army. Zhao's story unfolds in a gripping narrative where ambition meets dire consequences.