About Chen Kangbo
Lived 1097 – 1165 (aged 67–68). Chen Kangbo was a Chinese politician.
Chen Kangbo was a chancellor of the Southern Song dynasty and chief strategist for the Song victory against the Jin in the Battle of Caishi. He served as a military supervisor and naval commander.
Battle of Caishi Chen was the chief architect of the Song strategy and victory at Caishi. Another account tells of how General Chen Lugong (Chen Kangbo) led naval regiments to defeat the Jin and defend the Song.
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Who was Chen Kangbo?
Song dynasty person (CBDB = 62)
When was Chen Kangbo born?
Chen Kangbo was born in 1097.
When did Chen Kangbo die?
Chen Kangbo died in 1165.
What was Chen Kangbo's occupation?
Chen Kangbo was a politician.
What nationality was Chen Kangbo?
Chen Kangbo was Chinese.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Chen Kangbo. https://biography.guide/chen-kangbo/
MLA: "Chen Kangbo." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/chen-kangbo/.
Chicago: "Chen Kangbo." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/chen-kangbo/.
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