Wang_Nangxian
Wang Nangxian (Chinese: 王囊仙; pinyin: Wáng Nángxiān, 1778–1798) was a female Chinese leader of the anti-Manchu White Lotus Rebellion along with Wang Cong'er during the reign of the Qing dynasty. Another female member of the rebellion along with Wang Cong'er, she declared herself divine and commanded her own troops in battle against the Imperial army. She was called 'Sorceress Wang' due to her use of 'magical powers' as a blessing for their strength, power and dignity towards her troops including Wang Cong'er and many other Chinese residents during ritual ceremonies.
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Reportedly born in 1778, Wang Nangxian is of Bouyei descent.