About Zhang Jian
Lived 594 – 651 (aged 56–57). Zhang Jian was a politician.
Zhang Jian (; 594 - 653), courtesy name Shiyue (師約), was a relative of the Tang dynasty emperors who became a duke.
He was a great-nephew of Emperor Gaozu of Tang, the founder of the dynasty. He did good service in aiding the Emperor to consolidate his power; and on one occasion rode alone into the camp of a revolted tribe of Turko-Scythians, and succeeded in gaining their submission. He held many important posts, and was ennobled as Duke of Wancheng Commandery (皖城郡公). Posthumously named Mi (密).
Don’t just read it —
keep it.
Full-length biographies made to live with: read them, listen on the way to work, watch them tonight.
- E-book
- Audio
- Video
Instant download · yours to keep · every purchase keeps this site free
Important facts
People in Zhang Jian's life
Named in this biography and alive at the same time
Related people
Same field, nearest in time
Contemporaries
People whose lives overlapped Zhang Jian's
Frequently asked questions
Who was Zhang Jian?
relative of the Tang Dynasty emperors
When was Zhang Jian born?
Zhang Jian was born in 594.
When did Zhang Jian die?
Zhang Jian died in 651.
What was Zhang Jian's occupation?
Zhang Jian was a politician.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Zhang Jian (Tang noble)
Cite this page
APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Zhang Jian. https://biography.guide/zhang-jian-politician-0594/
MLA: "Zhang Jian." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/zhang-jian-politician-0594/.
Chicago: "Zhang Jian." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/zhang-jian-politician-0594/.
Data last updated: 2026-09-20 · Spot an error? Report a correction.
Page generated 2026-09-27 05:15 UTC