Chen Zuyi
Chen Zuyi (Chinese: 陳祖義; Wade–Giles: Ch'en Tsu-i); died 2 October 1407) was a 15th-century Chinese pirate from Guangdong, and was one of the most feared pirates to infest the seas of Southeast Asia. He ruled the city of Palembang, and raided the Strait of Malacca to plunder shipping and prey on both native and foreign merchants for several years. His fleet was defeated by the Ming dynasty Admiral Zheng He at the Battle of Palembang (1407). Chen was captured and sent to Chinese capital Nanjing for execution.
Chen Zuyi 陳祖義 | |
|---|---|
| Born | 14th century |
| Died | 2 October 1407 Nanjing |
| Piratical career | |
| Type | Pirate |
| Years active | 1400-1407 |
| Rank | Captain |
| Base of operations | South China Sea, Java Sea, Strait of Malacca |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Palembang |
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