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Chen Sheng was a military captain who rebelled against the Qin Dynasty in 209 BC and declared himself the King of Rising Chu. He was assassinated by his guard in 208 BC, but his act of defiance inspired other uprisings that led to the fall of Qin.
Learn about the first rebellion against the Qin dynasty in 209 BC, led by Chen Sheng and Wu Guang, who claimed to be the king of Chu. Find out the historical background, the course, and the outcome of the uprising, as well as the sources and references.
- Henan, China
- Qin victory
Chen Sheng was a military captain who led a peasant uprising against the Qin Dynasty in 209 B.C.E. He proclaimed himself Prince of Chu and inspired other rebellions, but was assassinated by his guard in 208 B.C.E.
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From what I've heard, two officers (Chen Sheng and Wu Guang) led a peasant rebellion against the Qin government upon realizing they'd be late for their post, which was supposedly a capital offense at the time.
Mar 8, 2011 · Chen Sheng (d. 208 BCE) was a landowner who led a peasant uprising against the Qin regime in 209 BCE. He claimed to be the King of Chu and fought for justice and the Heavenly Mandate, but was defeated and killed by Qin forces.
Feb 7, 2008 · Learn about the first large-scale peasant uprising in Chinese history that led to the downfall of the Qin Dynasty. Find out how Chen Sheng and Wu Guang, two peasants from Henan, led the rebellion and were betrayed by their subordinates.
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