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Liu Guangshi

Type Figure Region China Time c. 1086–1142 Also known as Pingshu、Duke of Yong

Liu Guangshi (c. 1086–1142), courtesy name Pingshu, was a Southern Song general from Xiangzhou of a military family;…

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  1. 1135–1141Lianghuai (Zhenjiang–Huainan line) · LianghuaiDuring the Shaoxing era Liu Guangshi long guarded the Lianghuai region as one of the key generals of the Southern Song river-defense system, forming with Yue Fei and Han Shizhong a joint line against Jin, though records also note criticism of his insubordinate subordinates and avoidance of battle.
  2. 1141–1142Zhenjiang · LianghuaiAround the Shaoxing peace treaty, like other great generals Liu Guangshi was stripped of his military command and given an idle post; he died at Zhenjiang in Shaoxing 12, ending his much-disputed military career.

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