Qiu Ersao
Chinese rebel leader (1822–1853) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Qiu Ersao (Chinese: 邱二嫂; pinyin: Qiū Èrsǎo; 1822 – 1853), was a Chinese rebel and military commander during the Taiping Rebellion. Originally a religious leader within the Tiandihui, she later had 500 female soldiers under her command.
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Qiu Ersao | |
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Native name | 邱二嫂 |
Born | 1822 Guixian County, Guangxi province, Qing dynasty |
Died | 1853 (aged 30–31) |
Allegiance | Red Turban Taiping Heavenly Kingdom |
Rank | Commander |
Commands held | Taiping army |
Battles/wars | Taiping Rebellion |
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