There may be no more renowned historical military figure than the ancient philosopher-general Sun Tzu, whose seminal work, The Art of War, remains widely read today. Sun Tzu is such a revered figure that he eclipses many great military leaders who have attained immense glory throughout Chinese history. Whether it is overthrowing a despised regime, taking extraordinary risks on the battlefield, or repelling pirate attacks, these four generals distinguish themselves as pivotal military leaders from China’s history.
Wu Qi (440-381 BC) Wu Qi is less renowned for his military strategies than for his political reforms, serving as a cautionary tale of how abrupt political shifts can lead to disaster..