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Jin Midi vs Su Wu
Su Wu leads by 5.5 pts · 2 figures compared
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Jin Midi
Politician · Ancient
51.6Total
Su Wu
Politician · Ancient
57.1Total
Basic Information
Born
-134
-140
Died
-86
-60
Era
Ancient
Ancient
Nationality
China
China
Occupation
Politician
Politician
Civilization
Eastern
Eastern
Score Comparison
Military (10%)
50.0
37.5
Political (20%)
48.0
72.0
Influence (20%)
53.3
82.0
Legacy (20%)
45.0
40.0
Leadership (15%)
72.0
53.2
Strategy (15%)
40.4
40.6
TOTAL
51.6
57.1
Jin Midi — Complete Timeline
121 BC
Capture by Han ForcesWar◆ Major
Jin Midi, then a Xiongnu prince, was captured by Han general Huo Qubing during a Han campaign against the Xiongnu. He was taken to the Han capital as a hostage and made a slave in the imperial stables.
Han-Xiongnu WarCaptureSlavery
Impact: national
117 BC
Appointment as Imperial Stable SupervisorPolitical Action
Emperor Wu of Han noticed Jin Midi's dignified bearing and competence while he worked in the stables. The emperor appointed him as the supervisor of the imperial stables, beginning his rise in the Han court.
Han CourtPromotionImperial Service
constructive
91 BC
Suppression of the Rebellion of the Heir ApparentPolitical Action◆ Major
During the rebellion of Crown Prince Ju, Jin Midi remained loyal to Emperor Wu. He helped suppress the uprising and protect the emperor, further cementing his position as a trusted minister.
RebellionLoyaltyHan Court
Impact: nationalconstructive
87 BC
Appointment as Co-RegentPolitical Action◆ Major
On his deathbed, Emperor Wu appointed Jin Midi as one of four co-regents for the young Emperor Zhao. Jin Midi served alongside Huo Guang and others, helping to stabilize the Han government during the transition.
RegencyHan CourtEmperor Zhao
Impact: nationalconstructive
Su Wu — Complete Timeline
100 BC
Capture by XiongnuPolitical Action◆ Major
Su Wu was sent as a Han envoy to the Xiongnu. When a subordinate was implicated in a plot against the Xiongnu Chanyu, Su Wu was arrested and held captive. He refused to surrender, attempting suicide by stabbing himself.
Han-Xiongnu WarDiplomacyImprisonment
Impact: nationaltragic
99 BC
Exile to Lake BaikalPolitical Action◆ Major
After refusing to surrender, Su Wu was exiled to the shores of Lake Baikal to herd sheep. The Xiongnu told him he could return only when the rams gave birth, a condition meant to be impossible. He survived on wild plants and roots.
ExileHan-Xiongnu WarHardship
Impact: nationaltragic
81 BC
Return to Han ChinaPolitical Action◆ Major
After 19 years in captivity, Su Wu was released following a Han diplomatic mission that negotiated his return. He was welcomed back to Chang'an as a symbol of loyalty and integrity, receiving honors from Emperor Zhao of Han.
DiplomacyReturnLoyalty
Impact: nationalconstructive
Expert Analysis
Jin Midi vs Su Wu: Historical Comparison This comprehensive analysis compares Jin Midi (Politician, Ancient era) and Su Wu (Politician, Ancient era) across six quantitative dimensions of historical impact and achievement. The comparison evaluates both figures using the HistoryVersus v4.0 scoring system, which measures: Military capability (10% weight), Political governance (20%), Historical Influence (20%), Lasting Legacy (20%), Leadership effectiveness (15%), and Strategic innovation (15%). Each dimension is scored on a 0-100 scale using structured historical data including battle records, political reforms, territorial expansion, cultural impact, and institutional longevity. Su Wu holds a numerical advantage with a total composite score of 65 compared to Jin Midi's 60. However, raw scores alone do not capture the full historical picture — the detailed dimension-by-dimension breakdown reveals where each figure excelled and where they fell short relative to their historical context. Explore the full comparison below to see the complete score breakdown across all six dimensions, side-by-side event timelines, and detailed analysis of their respective historical contributions.
Rankings
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Su WuLeader
Mil: 37.5Pol: 72.0Inf: 82.0
57.1
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Jin Midi
Mil: 50.0Pol: 48.0Inf: 53.3
51.6
+5.5 behind
How This Comparison Works
Algorithm
Each figure is scored on 6 dimensions (0—100 scale) based on structured historical data: Military (10%), Political (20%), Influence (20%), Legacy (20%), Leadership (15%), Strategy (15%). The weighted total produces the final ranking.
Data Sources
Scores are computed from structured sub-indicators in the database. Scale factors adjust for era (Ancient ×0.85, Modern ×1.0) and civilization size (Eastern ×1.05, Other ×0.80) to account for differences in population and military scale.
Maximum 3 Figures
Comparisons are limited to 2—3 figures to ensure readability and statistical meaningfulness.
Error Margins
±5 points per dimension — Sub-scores are derived from historical records with inherent uncertainty. Two figures within 5 points on a dimension should be considered roughly equivalent in that area.
Total Score Accuracy
±3 points overall — The weighted combination of 6 dimensions produces a total score with approximately ±3 points of uncertainty. Differences of less than 3 points are not statistically significant— the figures are effectively tied.
Known Limitations
- Historical records are incomplete and uneven across civilizations
- Figures from oral-tradition societies may be underrepresented
- Occupation labels can misclassify multi-role figures
- Scores measure capability and impact, not moral character
- Quantitative scoring is a comparison tool, not absolute truth
Capability Radar
Military (10%) — Battles & Warfare
Battles
24
21
Win Rate
25
25
Expansion
27
26
Political (20%) — Governance & Reform
Reform
30
0
Diplomacy
70
85
Economy
20
0
Influence (20%) — Cultural & Global Reach
Cultural
30
70
Global
20
60
Legacy (20%) — Historical Impact
Historical
40
75
Longevity
30
80
Leadership (15%) — Power & Stability
Tenure
60
0
Stability
65
0
Strategy (15%) — Tactics & Innovation
Strategy
28
30
Tactics
31
31
Reform
36
35
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