Wanyan Zonghan

Timeline

1. 1114–1123Jurchen homeland · NortheastHe rose in rebellion against Liao with Taizu, taking part in the battles of Ningjiangzhou, Chuhedian, and subsequent campaigns against Liao; renowned for martial prowess, he became one of the core commanders of the Jin army.
2. 1125–1127Bianjing · HenanUnder Taizong he served as Left Vice Commander-in-Chief, dividing routes south with Zongwang, successively taking Taiyuan and Bianjing, capturing Emperors Huizon and Qinzong and completing the Jingkang Incident; he was the key military commander of Jin's destruction of Northern Song.
3. 1128–1136Yunzhong · ShanxiAfter the southern campaign he long garrisoned Yunzhong and key positions in Hebei, overseeing northern military and civil affairs, consolidating Jin's control over Yan-Yun and northern North China until his death in 1136.