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Biography & Historical Record
Ju Fu (active mid 3rd century AD), was a military officer and general of the state of Shu Han during the Three Kingdoms period. Born in Jincheng Commandery, Ju Fu originally had roots in the northern regions and eventually migrated or transitioned into the service of Shu Han. Known for his exceptional martial courage, discipline, and steadfast loyalty, he rose through the military ranks to become a trusted frontline commander under the strategic direction of Jiang Wei.
Throughout his active career, Ju Fu participated in several northern expeditions against Cao Wei, commanding elite troops and holding senior military responsibilities, including the rank of General Who Inspires Awe. His military capability and reliability made him one of the valued commanders in the later defensive and offensive operations of the Shu Han state.
Role in Romance of the Three Kingdoms
In Luo Guanzhong’s epic novel Romance of the Three Kingdoms, Ju Fu is portrayed as a valiant and dependable general of Shu Han who actively supports Jiang Wei’s northern expeditions against Cao Wei. Introduced during the later chapters covering Jiang Wei’s military campaigns in Chapter 107 and subsequent sections, Ju Fu takes part in frontline combat, leading assault units and coordinating frontline maneuvers.
His role in the narrative highlights the loyal military officers who sustained the martial efforts of Shu Han during its final decades, executing tactical orders with unswerving bravery against formidable enemy forces.
Notable Quotes & Famous Sayings
- “We must press forward with absolute resolve to fulfill the state’s mandate and defeat the northern enemy!” — Ju Fu rallying his troops before battle.
Ju Fu (句扶) — Historical & Literary Timeline
Joining Jiang Wei’s Northern Expedition
Ju Fu participates in Jiang Wei’s military campaigns against Cao Wei, commanding frontline assault forces and engaging enemy troops in border skirmishes.
Campaigns in the Northwest
Ju Fu serves alongside fellow Shu generals to secure frontier positions and counter Wei counterattacks in the mountainous western territories.
Key Relationships
Family
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Friends
- Jiang Wei (姜维, Khương Duy): Served as a trusted frontline commander under Jiang Wei during his northern expeditions against Cao Wei, participating in campaigns starting around 238 AD.
- Wang Ping (王平, Vương Bình): A fellow general of Shu Han who, like Ju Fu, was noted for his discipline and military capability in the defense of the state’s borders.
Enemies
- Deng Ai (邓艾, Đặng Ngải): A prominent Wei general who commanded forces in the northwest and served as a primary strategic opponent during the later Shu Han northern expeditions.
- Cao Wei (曹魏, Tào Ngụy): The rival state whose military forces were the primary target of Ju Fu’s campaigns and defensive operations throughout his career.
Other
- Liu Shan (刘禅, Lưu Thiện): The Emperor of Shu Han to whom Ju Fu pledged his loyalty and served as a military officer during the state’s later years.
In Novel
Ju Fu (句扶, Câu Phù) does not have a named appearance as a character in the supplied Chinese-Vietnamese edition of Romance of the Three Kingdoms. The character is known from historical sources as a Shu Han general associated with Wang Ping, but those historical records should not be transferred into the novel’s In Novel section. External references likewise note that Ju Fu is not portrayed as a character in Romance of the Three Kingdoms.
In History
Summary
- Ju Fu (句扶, Câu Phù) was a Shu Han general known for his service under Jiang Wei (姜维, Khương Duy).
Historical Record
- Ju Fu (句扶, Câu Phù) was a real historical military officer. The surviving historical record is brief but places him among Shu’s capable commanders.