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Zhong Shiheng

Type Figure Region Shaanxi Time 985–1045 Also known as Zhong Ying

Zhong Shiheng, a famous Northern Song general, courtesy name Zhongying, from Luoyang.…

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  1. 1015–1030Luoyang · HenanZhong Shiheng entered officialdom through hereditary privilege, serving in various prefectures and counties, known for competence. Later, due to frontier needs, he transferred to a military post and went to Shaanxi to participate in border defense affairs.
  2. 1041–1045Qingjian City · YulinZhong Shiheng built Qingjian City in northern Shaanxi, established military colonies and trained troops, pacified Qiang tribes, and opened border markets to secure the frontier, greatly strengthening Song-Xia border defenses. He died in office in the fifth Qingli year, mourned by soldiers and civilians.

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