Sima Wang

Background

He was the second son of Sima Fu, but was adopted by his older uncle Sima Language, and became Sima Language"s heir.

Career

He served the Jin Dynasty after the end of the Three Kingdoms period. From the time when Sima Zhao held real power over the state of Cao Wei, Sima Wang came into favor and was given high positions. When Sima Yan became the first emperor of the Jin Dynasty, Sima Wang was again promoted, this time to Grand Marshal (大司馬), and he was given the title of Prince of Langyang (義陽王), elevating his status to nobility.

Of Sima Wang, it was said that he was a very able man, and that he enjoyed debates with other men of intelligence.

Achievements

• Foreign this accomplishment, he was given the rank of Minister over the Masses (司徒).

Connections

rival:

Shu Han