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COMMANDER // 1811–1865

Sengge Rinchen

generalQing dynasty3 battles1 war

Lifespan

1811 – 1865

18201830184018501860Second Opium War · 1856-1860Battle of Taku Forts — June 24, 1859 · Qing China · Second Opium WarBattle of Palikao — September 21, 1860 · Qing China · Second Opium WarBattle of Zhangjiawan — September 18, 1860 · Qing China · Second Opium War

Active service 1859–1860 — 3 battles across 1 war; first command at age 48.

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Sengge Rinchen or Senggelinqin was a Mongol nobleman and general who served under the Qing dynasty during the reigns of the Daoguang, Xianfeng and Tongzhi emperors. He is best known for his role at the Battle of Taku Forts and at the Battle of Baliqiao during the Second Opium War and his contributions in helping the Qing Empire suppress the Taiping and Nian rebellions.

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Battles (3)

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