Chinese Battles

Mayi

The Battle of Mayi was fought in 133 BC in Steppe during the Western Han era, a ambush engagement against Xiongnu. It ended in defeat for the Chinese side.

Historical Note

Wu of Han laid a trap for the Xiongnu with a city full of cattle and bait soldiers. A captured Han herdsman betrayed the plan. The Chanyu turned back — and the long Han-Xiongnu war began openly.

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