Lê Văn Duyệt
Definition
- Proper Noun:
- Lê Văn Duyệt: A prominent general and meritorious official of the Nguyễn dynasty in Vietnamese history. He served as a key military leader under Emperor Gia Long and later as the Governor of Gia Định.
Usage Examples
- Proper Noun:
- Lăng Lê Văn Duyệt là một di tích lịch sử ở Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh. (The tomb of Lê Văn Duyệt is a historical relic in Ho Chi Minh City.)
- Lê Văn Duyệt giữ chức Tổng trấn Gia Định hai lần. (Lê Văn Duyệt held the position of Governor of Gia Định twice.)
Advanced Usage
- Historical Context: The name is often invoked in discussions about the early Nguyễn dynasty, southern Vietnamese history, and the complex relationship between the court in Huế and regional powers.
- Chính sách của vua Minh Mạng đối với Lê Văn Duyệt sau khi ông mất gây nhiều tranh cãi. (Emperor Minh Mạng's policies towards Lê Văn Duyệt after his death caused much controversy.)
Variants and Related Words
- Đức Tả Quân: A reverential title for Lê Văn Duyệt, meaning "His Excellency the Commander of the Left Division."
- Lăng Ông Bà Chiểu: The common name for his mausoleum complex in Bình Thạnh District, Ho Chi Minh City.
Synonyms
- General: A high-ranking military officer.
- Governor: The chief administrative official of a region.
- Mandarin: A high-ranking official in historical Vietnamese courts.
Related Historical Terms
- Cuộc nổi dậy Lê Văn Khôi (1833-1835): The Lê Văn Khôi revolt, led by his adopted son following his death.
- Tổng trấn Gia Định: The historical title "Governor of Gia Định," which he held.