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Mao Wenlong

Type Figure Region Northeast China Time 1576–1629 Also known as General Mao、General Who Pacifies Liao

Mao Wenlong (1576–1629), a Ming general and key frontier commander resisting the Later Jin (Qing) in Liaodong, built a garrison on Pi Island (Dan Isl…

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  1. 1576–1621Zhejiang · ZhejiangA native of Qiantang, Zhejiang, he traded and traveled in his early years; after the fall of Liaoyang and Shenyang he crossed the sea to Korea and Liaodong, joined the Ming court around 1621, and was valued for his knowledge of frontier conditions and skill in naval warfare, beginning his participation in anti-Later Jin activities.
  2. 1622–1629Pi Island · DandongIn 1622 he built fortifications on Pi Island, gathered Liaodong refugees, and established the Dongjiang garrison to harass the Later Jin rear through guerrilla action. During the Tianqi era he repeatedly reported victories in beheadings and recoveries, and was granted the title General Who Pacifies Liao. However he usurped military authority, profited from trade, and falsely reported merits, falling out with Yuan Chonghuan and others; in 1629 Yuan Chonghuan executed him at Shuang Island on twelve charges.

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