Liu Yin (Shu Han)

Liu Yin, courtesy name Xiuran, was a military officer of the state of Shu Han in the Three Kingdoms period of China. After the [Conquest of Shu (state)|Shu by Wei|fall of Shu] in 263, he continued serving under the Cao Wei state, then the succeeding Jin dynasty in 266.

Life

Liu Yin was born in Chengdu, Shu Commandery, which is present-day Chengdu, Sichuan. In his youth, he was well known along with his fellow townspeople Du Zhen and Liu Shen. Liu Yin was upright, honest, and sincere. With many close friends. Furthermore, he was skilled in politics. Later, he accompanied the general Jiang Wei during his many northern campaigns where he was known for his strategic thinking, courage and resourcefulness. Among the army, Liu Yin was considered one of the bravest warriors. He held various positions including Officer of the Standard, Administrator of Ba Commandery and Commandant of Cavalry. He was later reassigned to the post of Garrison Commander in Hanzhong.
During the Conquest of Shu by Wei, Zhong Hui invaded the Hanzhong region and captured many forts and strongholds. Only Liu Yin held fast, refusing to surrender. Despite being attacked by a separate force, he remained unyielding and was able to hold out. After his abdication to Deng Ai, Liu Shan sent Liu Yin a handwritten order commanding him to surrender. Only then, he surrendered. Sima Zhao heard of this. He was greatly impressed by his righteous action.
In 264, Liu Yin was transferred to Hedong where he was appointed as Consultant. When Sima Yan established the Jin dynasty, he assigned Liu Yin as Administrator of Xihe. Liu Yin stayed in office for the next three years before resigning on account of his old age. Before his death, he asked for his remains to be sent back to his homeland in the Shu region. He died among his family at the age of 80.
Liu Yin's eldest son, Liu Chong served as the Prefect of Liandao. While his second son, Liu Chu was recommended as a xiucai.

Appraisal

Chang Qu, who wrote Liu Yin's biography in the Chronicles of Huayang, appraised Liu Yin as follows: "Fierce warrior, possessing both righteousness and virtue."

Du Zhen

Du Zhen, whose courtesy name, was Wenran, was the son of Du Qiong. Alongside Liu Shen, they served as Assistant Officer under Zhuge Liang. He was appointed as Prefect of Insignia and Credentials then as Chief Controller of Liang and Yi provinces. Du Zhen's son, Du Zhen, whose courtesy name was Bozhong, served as Protector of the Army of Lueyang. After Cao Wei's abdication to Jin, he was recommended as a xiucai. He had a son, Du Mi, whose courtesy name was Jingwen.

Liu Shen

Liu Shen, whose courtesy name was Yahou, served as Administrator of Hanjia and Badong. His son, Liu Chun, whose courtesy name was Weishu was famous as a man of virtuous moral character and greatly talented. He was recommended as a xiucai then appointed as Administrator of Ba Commandery, Yidu and Jianping. Thereafter, as Colonel of Xiyi and Changshui. Furthermore, as Supervisor of the Army of Badong.