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Name: Conquest of Zhao

Type: Event

Start: 235 BC

End: 228 BC

Parent: Qin's wars of unification

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Was a military campaign by the Qin Dynasty that led to the conquest of the state of Zhao.

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  • January 232 BC: In 233 BC, Huan Yi's army crossed Mount Taihang and conquered the Zhao territories of Chili, both located southeast of present-day Shijiazhuang, Hebei.
  • January 231 BC: In 232 BC, the Qin forces led by the famous general Wang Jian split into two groups to attack the territories of Fanwu and Langmeng. However, they were ultimately defeated by the local forces, marking a significant setback for the Qin dynasty's expansion efforts.
  • February 231 BC: In -232 BC, the Qin forces led by General Wang Jian split into two groups to attack the states of Fanwu and Langmeng, which were part of the Zhao territory. However, they were ultimately defeated by the Zhao forces led by Lian Po and Lin Xiangru.
  • November 228 BC: Zhao Cong was killed in action while Yan Ju escaped after his defeat. Seven months later, Qin forces occupied Handan and captured King Qian, bringing an end to Zhao's existence.
  • January 235 BC: While Zhao was attacking Yan, Qin used the opportunity to send two separate forces to invade Zhao. The Qin army led by Wang Jian conquered the Zhao territories of Eyu, and Liaoyang, while the other Qin army under the command of Huan Yi and Yang Duanhe captured Ye and Anyang. Zhao lost nine cities and its military prowess was weakened.

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