King Kaolie of Chu


King Kaolie of Chu was from 262 to 238 BC the king of the state of Chu during the late Warring States period of ancient China. He was born Xiong Yuan or Xiong Wan, and King Kaolie was his posthumous title.
King Kaolie succeeded his father King Qingxiang of Chu, who died in 263 BC. King Kaolie died in 238 BC after 25 years of reign, and was succeeded by his son King You of Chu.
In 249 BC King Kaolie invaded and annexed the State of Lu.