Shu

Shu Han was one of the three states in China's Three Kingdoms period.

What Happened

Shu Han was based in the southwest, including the Sichuan region. Liu Bei founded Shu Han and claimed to continue the Han dynasty.

Why It Matters

Zhuge Liang served as one of its most famous leaders and strategists. Shu was smaller than Wei but became famous through stories of loyalty and clever plans.

Fun Facts

• Shu Han was based in the southwest, including the Sichuan region.
• Liu Bei founded Shu Han and claimed to continue the Han dynasty.
• Zhuge Liang served as one of its most famous leaders and strategists.
• Shu was smaller than Wei but became famous through stories of loyalty and clever plans.

Did You Know?

Historians and learners study Shu by comparing written records, objects, buildings, maps, and careful questions.