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COMMANDER // 1820–1852

Xiao Chaogui

Qing dynasty1 battle1 war

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1820 – 1852

1820182518301835184018451850Taiping Rebellion · 1851-1864Battle of Changsha — January 1, 1852 · Taiping Heavenly Kingdom · Taiping Rebellion

Active service 1852 — 1 battle across 1 war; first command at age 32.

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Xiao Chaogui was an important leader during the early years of the Taiping Rebellion against the Qing dynasty of China. He was a sworn brother to Hong Xiuquan, the leader of the Taipings, and claimed to serve as a mouthpiece for Jesus Christ. Because of his importance to the rebellion, he was awarded the title of the "West King."

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Battles (1)

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