Peng Yue

Peng Yue (died c.April 196 BC), courtesy name Zhong, was a Chinese military general and politician in the late Qin dynasty and early Western Han dynasty. He was involved in the Chu–Han Contention – a power struggle between the Han dynasty's founder, Liu Bang (Emperor Gao), and his rival, Xiang Yu – as an ally of Liu Bang. In recognition of his contributions, Liu Bang granted Peng Yue the title "King of Liang" (梁王) after the Han dynasty was established.

Peng Yue
彭越
King of Liang (梁王)
Tenure203– c.April 196 BC
SuccessorLiu Hui
BornUnknown
Juye County, Shandong
Diedc.April 196 BC
Luoyang, Henan
Names
Family name: Peng (彭)
Given name: Yue (越)
Courtesy name: Zhong (仲)
OccupationMilitary general, politician
In this Chinese name, the family name is Peng.
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