Xiang Yu was a remarkable general and statesman from Chu who played a significant role in the Chu-Han War. He was renowned for his combat skills and bravery, and held the position of Sima in the Chu State. In 209 BC, he emerged victorious over the Qin army at the Battle of Yuzhang and assumed command of the Chu army. Subsequently, he captured Xianyang, deposed the Qin Dynasty, established the Western Chu's hegemony, and put an end to the feudal system that had persisted for over two millennia. However, he encountered numerous obstacles and challenges after taking over, including his inability to quell local separatist factions, which ultimately led to his failure to reunify the region.
Additionally, his haughty and inflexible nature, as well as his flawed ruling tactics, contributed to the downfall of the Chu-Han War. Liu Bang captured him in 202 BC following his defeat in the Battle of Gaixia, and he took his own life at roughly 30 years old. Despite failing to achieve his aspirations, his bravery and persistence earned him admiration from future generations, and he remains one of China's historical heroes.