About Bian Zhang
Lived 133 – 186 (aged 52–53). Bian Zhang was a Chinese military personnel.
Bian Zhang (died 187), originally named Bian Yun, was an official who lived in the Eastern Han dynasty of China. He served as the Prefect of Xin'an County.
In 185, Beigong Boyu of the Qiang tribe rebelled in Liang Province. Beigong Boyu took Bian Zhang and Han Sui, another Han official, hostage and stopped all attempts to return them. Bian Zhang was forced to participate in the rebellion or else he would be killed. He became the overall commander of the rebels, but was defeated in battle with Dong Zhuo and Sun Jian and died of illness shortly after; according to other sources, he was killed by Han Sui.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bian Zhang?
Chinese Han dynasty official (died 186)
When was Bian Zhang born?
Bian Zhang was born in 133.
When did Bian Zhang die?
Bian Zhang died in 186.
What was Bian Zhang's occupation?
Bian Zhang was a military personnel.
What nationality was Bian Zhang?
Bian Zhang was Chinese.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bian Zhang. https://biography.guide/bian-zhang/
MLA: "Bian Zhang." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bian-zhang/.
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