Fuchu of Chu
| Xiong Fuchu 熊負芻 | |||||
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| King of Chu | |||||
| Reign | 227–223 BC | ||||
| Predecessor | King Ai | ||||
| Successor | Xiong Qi | ||||
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| House | Mi | ||||
| Dynasty | Chu | ||||
| Father | King Kaolie or King Qingxiang (disputed) | ||||
Xiong Fuchu, commonly known as "Fuchu, King of Chu" (Chinese: 楚王負芻), was from 227 BC to 223 BC the ruler of the Chu state.
Xiong Fuchu usurped the throne in 227 BC after he murdered his younger half-brother, King Ai. In 223 BC he was captured and deposed by the army of the invading Qin state.