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Poliuhan Baling
Leader of the Six Garrisons Rebellion who ignited the massive frontier uprising against Northern Wei aristocratic rule.
Mural guide
Mural of the event “Rebellion of Six Garrisons”, which this person took part in.
Following Emperor Xiaowen's capital relocation to Luoyang and rapid Sinicization, soldiers of the Six Northern Garrisons suffered social marginalization, igniting explosive resentment.
Also known as Poluohan Baling · King Zhen
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Poliuhan Baling (d. 525 CE) was the leader who initiated the Six Garrisons Rebellion in 524 CE. Rising against corrupt garrison commanders, his movement catalyzed the structural disintegration of Northern Wei.
Life and times
Dates 490 CE–525 CE
EraNorthern and Southern