Xa Khả Sâm

Definition

Proper Noun: - Xa Khả Sâm: A historical figure, a Thai ethnic chieftain from Mộc Châu, who was a commander in the Lam Sơn uprising and the war of liberation against the Ming Dynasty (1418-1427). He is noted for mobilizing local militia against the Ming invaders, organizing popular support for the Lam Sơn rebels, and later integrating his forces into the main rebel army.

Usage Examples

• Proper Noun:
  • Xa Khả Sâm là một tù trưởng người Thái trung thành với nghĩa quân Lam Sơn. (Xa Khả Sâm was a Thai chieftain loyal to the Lam Sơn rebel army.)
  • Năm 1427, Xa Khả Sâm đã đưa toàn bộ lực lượng của mình gia nhập nghĩa quân. (In 1427, Xa Khả Sâm brought all his forces to join the rebel army.)

Advanced Usage

• This name is primarily used in historical and academic contexts discussing the Lam Sơn rebellion or the history of ethnic groups in Vietnam during the 15th century.

Variants and Related Words

• Xa Khả Tham: An alternative recorded name for the same historical figure.
• Lê Khả Tham: The name he was granted after receiving the royal surname "Lê" from the Lê Dynasty.

Synonyms

• Chieftain: A leader of a tribe or clan.
• Commander: A person in authority, especially over a body of troops.

Related Historical Terms

• Lam Sơn uprising: The rebellion led by Lê Lợi against Ming rule.
• Tù trưởng: Chieftain (a term for the leader of an ethnic minority region in historical Vietnam).
• Quốc tính: The royal surname bestowed by the monarch, indicating high honor.