Trịnh Toàn

Definition

1. Proper Noun:
   • A historical figure: Trịnh Toàn was a Vietnamese military commander and nobleman in the 17th century during the Trịnh–Nguyễn War. He was the youngest son of Lord Trịnh Tráng, granted the title Duke of Ninh (Ninh quận công), and commanded armies against the Nguyễn lords.
   • A person of historical significance: He is noted for his military defense and victories, but also for being imprisoned by his own family over suspicions of rebellion.

Usage Examples

• Proper Noun:
  • Trịnh Toàn từng trấn giữ Nghệ An. (Trịnh Toàn once defended Nghệ An.)
  • Trịnh Tạc đã bắt giam Trịnh Toàn. (Trịnh Tạc imprisoned Trịnh Toàn.)

Advanced Usage

• This name is used primarily in historical texts and discussions about Vietnamese history, specifically the period of conflict between the Trịnh and Nguyễn feudal lords.

Variants and Related Words

• Ninh quận công: The noble title (Duke of Ninh) held by Trịnh Toàn.
• Chúa Trịnh: Refers to the Trịnh lords, the ruling family to which Trịnh Toàn belonged.

Synonyms

• Historical figure: A person from history.
• Military commander: A leader of armed forces.

Related Historical Context

• Trịnh–Nguyễn War: The prolonged civil war between the Trịnh lords of Đàng Ngoài (Tonkin) and the Nguyễn lords of Đàng Trong (Cochinchina), during which Trịnh Toàn was active.
• An Trường fortress: A base that Trịnh Toàn was credited with holding.