About Man Gui
Lived 1550 – 1629 (aged 78–79). Man Gui was a Chinese military leader.
Man Gui (Chinese: 滿桂; died 1629) was a Ming Dynasty General (總兵) of Mongol origin. The History of Ming describes him as a blunt man who was known for his strength, valour and mounted archery skills.
Biography First spotted in an inspection tour by Grand-Secretary Sun Chengzong due to his impressive looks and physique, he was highly prominent under Marshal Yuan Chonghuan. He served under Yuan Chonghuan in the Battle of Ningyuan and in the Battle of Ning-Jin (Ningyuan and Jinzhou).
After the arrest of Yuan Chonghuan by the Ming emperor due to false charges, Man Gui became the main commander and was killed in combat in the battle of Beijing in 1629.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Man Gui?
Chinese general
When was Man Gui born?
Man Gui was born in 1550 in Shandong.
When did Man Gui die?
Man Gui died in 1629.
What was Man Gui's occupation?
Man Gui was a military leader.
What nationality was Man Gui?
Man Gui was Chinese.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Man Gui. https://biography.guide/man-gui/
MLA: "Man Gui." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/man-gui/.
Chicago: "Man Gui." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/man-gui/.
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