Shaolin - Henan, Fujian, and the Shadow

[Laviathan]

Dear Mr Hui,

You're welcome, no problem at all.

With the Xuanhe Rebellion you mean the revolt of Fang La as described in Water Margin?

For as far as I know, only two persons from the 18 family sonnet are historical figures: Han Tong and Huaide (Gao Huaide).

Han Tong was said to have arms which can suddenly grow longer during fights. He was a general guarding the gates of Mulingguan before serving under Zhao Kuangyin. Interestingly, the area he guarded lies in present-day Shandong Province.

Gao Huaide was a famous Northern Song general and also the brother-in-law of Emperor Zhao Kuangyin.

Please correct me if I'm wrong.

Regards,

René

[mantis108]

First name basis is fine by me, my friend.

Thanks for more interesting info. I think Chang Dali article made reference to the Mulingguan as well. Good work on finding these stuff. Perhaps, we could get your impression on the 18 family sonnet as well?

I should try to get a hold of the novel that you mentioned.

Warm regards

Robert