táo​kǎn

Tao Kan

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陶侃 táo​kǎn Tao Kan

Famous general and official (259-334) of the Eastern Jin dynasty known for his diligence and military achievements. He famously moved one hundred bricks every morning and evening to maintain his strength during a period of inactivity in Guangzhou, and was often compared to 诸葛亮 zhū​gě​liàng for his administrative skill.

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