Zhang Yong (eunuch)

Zhang Yong (1465–1529) was a Chinese eunuch who held a position of influence in the government of the Zhengde Emperor, emperor of the Ming dynasty, from 1506 to 1521. He was part of a group of eunuchs known as the "Eight Tigers" who had served the Zhengde Emperor since his childhood. When the Zhengde Emperor ascended to the throne in 1505, the "Tigers" were given promotions and gained significant power within the Forbidden City. Zhang specifically commanded the artillery of the Beijing garrison. After the Zhengde Emperor's death, Zhang lost his positions and titles and was relocated to Nanjing.