Battle of Changping (262 BC- 260 BC)
Battle Between: State of Qin and State of Zhao
State of Zhao Leader: Lian Po, Zhao Kuo
State of Qin Leader: Wang He, Bai Qi
Date: April, 262 BC – July, 260 BC
Victory: State of Qin
Location: Northwest of Gaoping, Shanxi
State of Zhao Army: 450,000
State of Qin Army: 550,000
The Battle of Changping took place during the Warring States period in China between the State of Qin and Sate of Zhao. Qin win the decisive victory. Qin attempted to invade Zhao in 262 BC but forced back. Zhao with his 400,000 force attack the Qin Camp. However, before reaching the camp Qin army ambushed Zhao force in the mountain. After the 46 days without the supply, Zhao finally surrendered.
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