Zhang Changpu

Zhang Changpu
張昌蒲
Born199[1]
Fenyang, Shanxi
Diedc.March 257 (aged 58)[1]
SpouseZhong Yao
ChildrenZhong Hui
In this Chinese name, the family name is Zhang.

Zhang Changpu (199 – c.March 257)[1] was a concubine of Zhong Yao, a high minister of the state of Wei in the Three Kingdoms period of China. She was also the mother of Zhong Hui, a Wei general who played a significant role in the conquest of Wei's rival state, Shu, in 263. Her given name was not recorded in history; "Changpu" was actually her courtesy name.[2] According to her biography written by Zhong Hui, she was a strict mother to Zhong Hui and played a significant role in his early education. She was also known for her virtuous conduct and wisdom.

  1. ^ a b c (年五十有九，甘露二年二月暴疾薨。) Annotation about Zhong Hui's mother in Sanguozhi vol. 28. The 2nd month of the 2nd year of the Gan'lu era corresponds to 3 Mar to 1 Apr 257 in the Julian calendar.
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