About Wei Huan-zi
Wei Huan-zi was a politician.
Viscount Huan of Wei , personal name Wei Ju, was a leader of the Wei clan in the Jin state, where he served as dafu (大夫). He succeeded his father Wei Manduo (Viscount Xiang of Wei) as clan leader.
Together with Zhao Wuxu (Viscount Xiang of Zhao) and Han Hu (Viscount Kang of Han), Viscount Huan of Wei defeated Zhi Yao (Viscount Xiang of Zhi). Afterwards the three allies divided up the Zhi (知) territory and expanded their own state borders making them larger than the other states.
After Viscount Huan of Wei died, his son, Marquess Wen of Wei, became the Wei leader.
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Who was Wei Huan-zi?
Leader of the Chinese State of Wei (died 446 BCE)
When did Wei Huan-zi die?
Wei Huan-zi died in 446 BC.
What was Wei Huan-zi's occupation?
Wei Huan-zi was a politician.
What nationality was Wei Huan-zi?
Wei Huan-zi's recorded nationality: Wei.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Wei Huan-zi. https://biography.guide/wei-huan-zi/
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