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Battle of Wuzhang Plains
234 • Shaanxi Stellungskrieg

A Qing Dynasty illustration of inventions during the Battle of Wuzhang Plains fought in 234. The title is : 【孔明造木牛流马】, "Kong Mingzhao wood ox floatting horse".
Author: Qing DynastyLicense:PD
Historical Overview
The Battle of Wuzhang Plains was fought between the contending states of Cao Wei and Shu Han in 234 AD during the Three Kingdoms period of China. The battle was the fifth and last of a series of Northern Expeditions led by Shu's chancellor, Zhuge Liang, to attack Wei. Zhuge Liang fell ill and died during the stalemate and subsequently the Shu forces retreated.
Quick Facts
Outcome:Draw / Strategic victory for Wei; retreat of the Shu army.
Wei Kingdom
- Commander: Sima Yi
- Strength: ca. 100.000 - 200.000
- Casualties: Gering
Shu Han Kingdom
- Commander: Zhuge Liang †
- Strength: ca. 100.000
- Casualties: Moderat
Strategic Context
Shu's attempt to destabilize the Wei Kingdom through northern expeditions and restore the Han Dynasty.
Conflict / War
Three Kingdoms Wars
Decisive victory for Cao Cao; foundation for the later Wei Kingdom.
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