1, Zeng Guofan's role in history is mainly positive. Firstly, the Westernization Movement he advocated promoted the modernization of China and contributed to the development of national capitalism. Secondly, his educational thoughts, such as "ploughing and studying", "diligence and respect" and "filial piety", have a far-reaching influence on later generations, and cultivated a number of diplomatic talents such as Li Hongzhang and Zuo. In addition, in terms of culture, he advocated learning advanced western science and technology culture, and printed and translated the first batch of western books, which benefited future generations greatly. However, its bloody suppression of the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom Movement had a negative impact on the development of history.
2. Zeng Guofan's personality has the following advantages: first, he faced setbacks such as the death of his eldest son and distrust of the court, and instead of becoming depressed, he became more and more frustrated. The second is to be strict with self-cultivation and self-discipline, and insist on keeping a diary for introspection every day. Third, he is loyal to his ideals and is not moved by the temptation of money and color. Fourth, be generous and give preferential treatment to family members and subordinates. In a word, Zeng Guofan, as an important official in the late Qing Dynasty, a pioneer in Westernization and an ideological and cultural celebrity, promoted the development of history, and his way of being an official is worth thinking and learning for future generations.