| NAME | |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 晏明, 晏明, Yàn Míng |
| Other name | Yến Minh |
| INFORMATION | |
| Birth Place | Qiao County, Pei State (沛国谯县; Bái Quốc Tiêu huyện) |
| Died | 208 AD |
| Death Reason | Slain by Zhao Yun at the Battle of Changban (208 AD) |
| CAREER | |
| Allegiance | Cao Cao (Cao Wei / 曹魏) |
| Battles | Battle of Changban (208 AD) |
Yan Ming — Biography & Historical Record
Yan Ming (晏明, Yến Minh) was a fierce military officer serving under Cao Hong (曹洪, Tào Hồng). During the Battle of Changban (长坂坡之战, trận Trường Bản) in 208 AD, Yan Ming brandished a heavy three-pointed double-edged blade and led a squad intercepting Zhao Yun (赵云, Triệu Vân) as he protected the infant Liu Shan. After a clash lasting only three bouts, Zhao Yun pierced Yan Ming through the chest with his spear, killing him instantly.
Role of Yan Ming in Romance of the Three Kingdoms
Wielding a three-pointed double-edged sword, Yan Ming charged to block Zhao Yun at Changban, only to be struck down beneath Zhao Yun’s spear within three bouts.
Yan Ming — Historical & Literary Timeline
208 AD
Clash at Changban
Yan Ming engaged Zhao Yun in single combat and was slain within three bouts.
For detailed historical records, archives, and official chronicles, explore Yan Ming on Wikipedia.
Key Relationships of Yan Ming
Family
- Father: Not recorded in historical chronicles
- Mother: Not recorded in historical chronicles
- Spouse: Not recorded in historical chronicles
- Children: Not recorded in historical chronicles
- Relatives: Not recorded in historical chronicles
Allies & Associates
- Allegiance: Cao Cao (Cao Wei / 曹魏)
In Novel
Chapter 41
- Yan Ming (晏明, Yến Minh): Wielding a three-pointed double-edged sword, Yan Ming charged to block Zhao Yun at Changban, only to be struck down beneath Zhao Yun's spear within three bouts.
In History
Summary
- Yan Ming (晏明, Yến Minh) is a memorable warrior in Three Kingdoms lore featured in Zhao Yun's heroic rescue at Changban.
Historical Timeline
- 208 AD — Clash at Changban: Yan Ming engaged Zhao Yun in single combat and was slain within three bouts.
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