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Mongol Siege of Diaoyucheng

Type Event Region China Time 1257

In 1257 (Bao You 5, Southern Song), Möngke Khan launched a major southern campaign against the Song, and Mongol forces advanced along the Jialing Riv…

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  1. 1257Sichuan · SichuanHaving secured his rule, Möngke Khan decided to attack the Southern Song, sending his brother Hulegu west while concentrating forces to enter Sichuan along several routes. Generals including Wang Dechen led vanguard units through the Song's outer defenses, creating conditions for the subsequent siege of Hezhou's fortress.
  2. 1257Diaoyucheng · HezhouThe Mongols advanced along the Jialing River to Hezhou and besieged Diaoyucheng. Built on Diaoyu Mountain, the city had strong walls and ample grain stores, and the Song troops used the terrain to deploy their defense. The Mongols erected siege engines and repeatedly assaulted the walls but could not take the city.
  3. 1257Diaoyucheng · HezhouThe Song commander held Diaoyucheng and repelled repeated Mongol attacks. The siege did not end in a Mongol victory that year, and Diaoyucheng continued to command the eastern Sichuan routes. The Mongols then adjusted their plans, setting the stage for Möngke's personal campaign of 1258 and a larger siege.

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