Wang Jian (Qin)

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Wang Jian
A Qing dynasty portrait of Wang Jian
Chinese	王翦
Transcriptions Standard Mandarin Hanyu Pinyin Wáng Jiǎn Wade–Giles Wang Chien

Wang Jian (fl. 220s BC) was a distinguished Chinese military General from the State of Qin during the Warring States period. Under his command, the Qin army conquered the states of Zhao, Yan, and Chu. He is regarded by Chinese modern folklore as one of the four Greatest Generals of the Late Warring States period, along with Bai Qi, Lian Po and Li Mu.^[1]

He was born in Dongxiang, Pinyang, Guanzhong (north-east of modern Fuping County, Shaanxi province). His son, Wang Ben, was also an important Qin general.