Li Ling

Li Ling (Chinese: 李陵; pinyin: Lǐ Líng, died 74 BC), courtesy name Shaoqing (Chinese: 少卿; pinyin: Shǎoqīng), was a Chinese military general of the Western Han dynasty who served during the reign of Emperor Wu. He later defected to the Xiongnu after being defeated in an expedition in 99 BC.

For other people named Li Ling, see Li Ling (disambiguation).
In this Chinese name, the family name is Li (李).
Li Ling
"Su Li Weeping Farewell" by Chen Hongshou, a painter of the Ming dynasty
Native name
李陵
BornChengji, Longxi, Han dynasty
Died74 BC
Allegiance
RankGeneral
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