Emperor Wu of Jin
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Emperor Wu of Jin, personal name Sima Yan, courtesy name Anshi, was the first emperor of the Jin dynasty after forcing Cao Huan, last emperor of the state of Cao Wei, to abdicate to him. He reigned fr
Tang dynasty portrait of Emperor Wu by Yan Liben
Sima Zhao
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Sima Zhao, courtesy name Zishang, was a Chinese military general, politician, and regent of the state of Cao Wei during the Three Kingdoms period of China.
Emperor Wu of Jin
…and after conquering the state of Eastern Wu in 280, was the emperor of a reunified China. He was a grandson of Sima Yi, nephew of Sima Shi and son of Sima Zhao. Emperor Wu was also known for his extravagance and sensuality, especially after the unification of China; legends boasted of his incredible potency…
Qing dynasty illustration of Sima Zhao (right)