1. Zhang Gongjin, courtesy name Hongshen, titled Duke of Tan, was an official and general during the Tang dynasty of China.
11 Facts About Zhang Gongjin
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Zhang Gongjin played an important role in the Xuanwu Gate Incident in 626 which helped Emperor Taizong obtained the crown.
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Zhang Gongjin was a key general of Tang dynasty during the campaign against Illig Qaghan of Tujue.
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Zhang Gongjin was originally a low-ranked official under the warlord Wang Shichong.
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In 618, Zhang submitted to Tang dynasty and became a follower of Li Shimin, the then Prince of Qin, who was in a rivalry against the crowned prince Li Jiancheng for the potential chance of becoming the next emperor.
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Zhang Gongjin managed to keep Daizhou safe during invasions of Tujue people.
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Zhang Gongjin thus suggested to launch a counterattack against Tujue.
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Zhang Gongjin listed five reasons why Tang should launch this attack.
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Zhang Gongjin was the vice chief commander under Li Jing during this campaign.
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Zhang Gongjin was then appointed to be the military commander of Xiangzhou.
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In folk legends, Zhang Gongjin was a low-ranked officer under Luo Yi, the general guarding Youzhou in Sui dynasty.