About Ho Liang Shung
Lived 1879 – 1952 (aged 72–73). Ho Liang Shung was an engineer.
Ho Liang Shung (April 15, 1879–May 14, 1952) was a Chinese engineer and spy.
In January 1904, Ho and Sidney Reilly stole the Port Arthur harbor defense plans for the Japanese navy, enabling it to navigate through the Russian minefield protecting the harbor, in the Battle of Port Arthur. The surprise attack was allegedly made possible by the intelligence gathering of Sidney Reilly and Ho Liang Shung in June.
Ho was a Chinese engineer working for the head marine architect Svirski. Ho Liang Shung had a detailed knowledge of the harbor defense plans.
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Who was Ho Liang Shung?
Spy
When was Ho Liang Shung born?
Ho Liang Shung was born in 1879.
When did Ho Liang Shung die?
Ho Liang Shung died on 14 May 1952.
What was Ho Liang Shung's occupation?
Ho Liang Shung was an engineer.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ho Liang Shung. https://biography.guide/ho-liang-shung/
MLA: "Ho Liang Shung." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/ho-liang-shung/.
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