Historical Events tagged with "goguryeo"

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Military & Warfare

Siege of Anshi by Li Shiji's Forces

July 18th, 645 1379 years ago

Chinese forces under General Li Shiji laid siege to the strategic fortress city of Anshi in Liaoning province during the Goguryeo-Tang War. This military maneuver aimed to weaken the Goguryeo kingdom, which had resisted Tang expansion. The siege was marked by intense combat and strategic warfare, reflective of the broader territorial conflicts between the Tang Dynasty and Goguryeo. Anshi's location made it vital for controlling the region, illustrating the geopolitical stakes involved in the conflict.

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Military & Warfare

Sui Campaign Against Goguryeo Begins

August 4th, 598 1426 years ago

In response to incursions by Goguryeo into Liaoxi, Emperor Wéndi of Sui mobilized a significant military force. He tasked his youngest son, Yang Liang, with the responsibility of leading the campaign against Goguryeo. Assisted by co-prime minister Gao Jiong, Yang Liang aimed to invade during the challenging Manchurian rainy season using both army and navy. This strategic decision highlighted China's ambitions during a tumultuous period of military expansion.

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