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Zhu Yuanzhang Joins the Red Turban Army

Type Event Region China Time 1352

In 1352, the destitute Zhu Yuanzhang left Huangjue Temple to join Guo Zixing's Red Turbans after they captured Haozhou, was taken as a bodyguard and …

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  1. 1352Around Huangjue Temple · Western HuaiPlague and famine spread around Haozhou and Zhongli; Zhu Yuanzhang's parents, brothers, and sisters-in-law died in succession, and Huangjue Temple could no longer shelter him, forcing him to leave and wander the western Huai region for survival.
  2. 1352Haozhou · Western HuaiHearing that Guo Zixing held Haozhou in rebellion against the Yuan, Zhu Yuanzhang went to his camp. Initially suspected by the gate guards, he was introduced to Guo Zixing, kept as a bodyguard, and given the name 'Yuanzhang', formally joining the Red Turban Army.
  3. 1352Haozhou · Western HuaiFighting bravely and acting steadily in the Haozhou army, Zhu Yuanzhang won Guo Zixing's deep trust, married Guo's adopted daughter Lady Ma, and was gradually entrusted with leading troops on campaigns, beginning to rise within the Red Turban Army.

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