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Hong Xiuquan

Leader of the Taiping Rebellion in China.

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Also known as Hong, Hong - Siu - Tsuen

First appearance: the end of general gordon

Hong Xiuquan first appears in 0024 the end of general gordon.

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LHLi Hung ChangTWTien WangGGGeneral GordonTMThe MahdiCWCardinal WisemanHXHong Xiuquan

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  • Supporting Historical Figures
  • Catholic Church Hierarchy
  • Protagonist
  • Nightingale's Inner Circle

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