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Cao Wuju

Cao Wuju (died 206 BC) was a general of the Han under Liu Bang during the Chu-Han Contention.

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Cao Wuju was a resident of Pei County during the late 3nd century, and he befriended the constable Liu Bang. He joined Liu Bang's uprising against the Qin in 209 BC, but he later warned Xiang Yu that Liu Bang sought to become King of Guanzong. Cao took part in the 206 BC banquet at Hong Gate, where Xiang Yu attempted to assassinate Liu Bang, but Xiang Bo ruined the assassination attempt and Liu Bang had Cao Wuju executed upon returning to his camp.

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