Biography
Li Ling (Chinese: 李陵; pinyin: Lǐ Líng, died 74 BC), courtesy name Shaoqing (Chinese: 少卿; pinyin: Shǎoqīng), was a Chinese military general of the Western Han dynasty who served during the reign of Emperor Wu. He later defected to the Xiongnu after being defeated in an expedition in 99 BC.
Inspiring Quote
"I was a Han general, leading five thousand infantry, marching through the Xiongnu. I was defeated because no reinforcements came. How have I failed the Han?"
—— 汉书