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Gar Mangsham Sumnang

General in the Tibetan Empire

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About Gar Mangsham Sumnang

Gar Mangsham Sumnang was a politician and military officer.

Gar Mangsham Sumnang (? – ?) was a 7th-century ce general of the Tibetan Empire. He was active during Namri Songtsen's and Songtsen Gampo's reign.

The Lönchen Thonmyi Tringpo Gyaltsennu tried to overthrow Namri Songtsen, and was detected by him. Sumnang set a trap together with another general khu khri snya dkru' zung, captured him, and cut off his head by sword.

He served as high minister during Songtsen Gampo's reign. After Nyang Mangpoje's execution, he was appointed as Lönchen, and later turned to another general Khyungpo Pungse.

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Important facts

Nationality
Tibetan Empire
Positions held
Lönchen

Frequently asked questions

Who was Gar Mangsham Sumnang?

general in the Tibetan Empire

What was Gar Mangsham Sumnang's occupation?

Gar Mangsham Sumnang was a politician and military officer.

What nationality was Gar Mangsham Sumnang?

Gar Mangsham Sumnang's recorded nationality: Tibetan Empire.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Gar Mangsham Sumnang

· Wikidata: Q20063685

· DBpedia: Gar Mangsham Sumnang

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