張巡
zhāng​xún

Zhang Xun

  • created sense approved 张巡/張巡 · zhāng​xún · Zhang Xun — "Initial import from upstream dictionary"

    张巡 / 張巡

    zhāng​xún

    Zhang Xun

    A famous general (709-757 AD) of the Tang dynasty known for his heroic defense of Suiyang against the rebel forces of An Lushan; he is celebrated for his loyalty and sacrifice after being captured and executed for refusing to surrender.

    张 (literal) → 张/張 · zhāng · Zhang 巡 (literal) → 巡 · xún · to patrol

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