Battle of Changping (262 BC)

Battle of Changping (State of Zhao vs State of Qin) took place in 262 BC during Warring States period.

Battle facts

• Year: 262 BC
• Date: April 262 BC
• Era: Classical
• Conflict: Warring States period
• Side A: State of Zhao
• Side B: State of Qin
• Commanders (A): Lian Po, Zhao Kuo, Feng Ting
• Commanders (B): Wang He, Bai Qi, Teng
• Casualties: almost 450,000 dead (large portion executed after capture) (State of Zhao)
• Outcome: Qin victory Qin strategic supremacy consolidated Severe weakening of Zhao military might Siege of Handan
• Coordinates: 35.798°, 112.924°

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Sources

Wikipedia article on Battle of Changping · Wikidata entry