Hou Jing (Chinese: 侯景; pinyin: Hóu Jǐng) (died 552), courtesy name Wanjing (萬景), was a general for the Chinese states Northern Wei, Eastern Wei, and Liang Dynasty, and briefly, after controlling the Liang imperial regime for several years, usurped the Liang throne, establishing a state of Han. He was soon defeated by the Liang prince Xiao Yi the Prince of Xiandong, and he was killed by his own associates while in flight. He was one of the reviled figures in Chinese history, known for his exceeding cruelty to enemies and civilians.
Read more about Hou Jing: Early Life and Career, As Eastern Wei General, Rebellion Against Eastern Wei, Rebellion Against Liang Dynasty, Control of Liang Emperors, As Emperor, Death, Personal Information
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