| NAME | |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 英布, 英布, Yīng Bù |
| Nickname | Qing Bu (Kình Bố - do bị thích chữ lên mặt) |
| Other name | Anh Bố |
| INFORMATION | |
| Birth Place | Lujiang County, Jiujiang Commandery (九江郡六县; huyện Lục, quận Cửu Giang) |
| Died | 196 TCN |
| Death Reason | Executed by his own relatives after being defeated by Emperor Gaozu of Han following a failed rebellion. |
| FAMILY | |
| Relatives | |
| CAREER | |
| Allegiance | Chu (Xiang Yu), Han Dynasty (Liu Bang) |
| Battles | Battle of Julu, Battle of Pengcheng, Battle of Gaixia, Rebellion of Ying Bu |
Biography & Historical Record
Ying Bu, originally known as Qing Bu because he was branded as a criminal in his youth, rose from a convict to one of the most powerful warlords of the early Han dynasty. A physiognomist once predicted he would be punished with facial branding but would later become a king. Ying Bu served Xiang Yu of Chu with great distinction, becoming the King of Jiujiang. However, due to Xiang Yu’s failure to reward him properly and internal strife, he defected to Liu Bang, the founder of the Han Dynasty. His defection was a turning point that helped Liu Bang defeat Xiang Yu. As one of the ‘Three Heroes’ (along with Han Xin and Peng Yue), he was eventually feared by the Han court. In 196 BC, after the executions of Han Xin and Peng Yue, he launched a rebellion out of fear but was defeated by Liu Bang’s forces.
Role in Romance of the Three Kingdoms
While Ying Bu is a historical figure from the Chu-Han Contention, he is frequently cited in the text as a cautionary tale for generals who possess great military power but fail to remain loyal or cautious, often compared to the likes of Lu Bu or other ambitious warlords of the Three Kingdoms period.
Ying Bu — Historical & Literary Timeline
209 TCN
Beginning of Rebellion
Ying Bu joins the anti-Qin rebels and quickly establishes himself as a fierce commander.
206 TCN
King of Jiujiang
Appointed as the King of Jiujiang by Xiang Yu following the collapse of the Qin Dynasty.
203 TCN
Defection to Han
Persuaded by Sui He to betray Xiang Yu and side with Liu Bang, significantly weakening Chu’s military position.
196 TCN
Rebellion and Death
Rebels against the Han Dynasty, is defeated by Emperor Gaozu, and is killed in flight.
For detailed historical records, archives, and official chronicles, explore Ying Bu (Qing Bu) on Wikipedia.
Key Relationships
- Liu Bang (Emperor Gaozu of Han)
- Initially a rival, then a commander under the Han banner, and finally his executioner.
- Xiang Yu (Xiang Wang of Western Chu)
- His former lord whom he served as a top general before defecting.
- Sui He
- The diplomat who successfully persuaded Ying Bu to change his allegiance to Liu Bang.
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