Zhang Shi
Chinese warlord
About Zhang Shi
Lived 271 – 320 (aged 48–49). Zhang Shi was a Chinese.
Zhang Shi (, died August 320 ) was the regional warlord and ruler in the Former Liang state. He was the eldest son of Zhang Gui, who was a governor of Liang province under the Jin Dynasty. In June 314, Zhang Shi inherited the title Duke of Xiping as well as the governorship of Liang from his father. He was posthumously known as Prince Ming of Former Liang
When the Western Jin Dynasty collapsed, Zhang Shi declared Liang an independent regional state, but decided to retain the Jin calendar system. In 320 AD, he was killed by an associate named Yan Sha . Zhang's younger brother Zhang Mao replaced him.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Zhang Shi?
Chinese warlord
When was Zhang Shi born?
Zhang Shi was born in 271.
When did Zhang Shi die?
Zhang Shi died in 320.
What nationality was Zhang Shi?
Zhang Shi was Chinese.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Zhang Shi (Former Liang)
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