About Wang De-lu
Lived 1772 – 1843 (aged 70–71). Wang De-lu was a Chinese military officer.
Wang Delu (; 1772–1843) was a general during the Qing dynasty. He was born in what is now Taibao City, Chiayi County, Taiwan.
He enlisted as a soldier aged 15, and later led China's navy. He died of natural causes during the First Opium War.
Because of his success as a soldier, he was ennobled by the imperial court, which also donated money for a lavish funeral and a huge tomb—the largest extant in Taiwan.
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Who was Wang De-lu?
Qing Dynasty general
When was Wang De-lu born?
Wang De-lu was born in 1772 in Tsu-lô County.
When did Wang De-lu die?
Wang De-lu died in 1843.
What was Wang De-lu's occupation?
Wang De-lu was a military officer.
What nationality was Wang De-lu?
Wang De-lu was Chinese.
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