About Fu Hong
Lived 284 – 350 (aged 65–66). Fu Hong was a military personnel.
Fu Hong (, 284–350), originally named Pu Hong , courtesy name Guangshi , was the father of founding emperor of the Former Qin dynasty, Fu Jiàn (Emperor Jingming). In 350, Fu Hong proclaimed himself the Prince of Three Qins , receiving a prophecy willed him to become King . In the same year, he was poisoned by his subordinate Ma Qiu, who was then executed by Fu Jiàn, who took over Fu Hong's army. He was posthumously honored as the Emperor Huiwu of (Former) Qin with the temple name Taizu (太祖).
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Who was Fu Hong?
Chieftain and general served under Later Zhao and Ran Wei
When was Fu Hong born?
Fu Hong was born in 284 in Jin dynasty.
When did Fu Hong die?
Fu Hong died in 350.
What was Fu Hong's occupation?
Fu Hong was a military personnel.
What nationality was Fu Hong?
Fu Hong's recorded nationality: Han Zhao, Later Zhao.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Fu Hong. https://biography.guide/fu-hong/
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