General Li has a supporting role in the Disney film, Mulan. He was the father of Li Shang. He was Li Shang's father. As his name implies, General Li is the commander of the Chinese Imperial Army. The General meets with the Emperor to discuss defence strategies before the Huns invade China.
There isn't much information available about General Li's past other than the fact that Li Shang is his son and that he oversaw the Chinese Imperial Army. He demonstrates his steadfast loyalty to the Emperor by offering to post his army in the Imperial City to watch after him. When instructed to safeguard their people, he quickly complies. Despite Shang's youth and the weighty obligations of the post, he chooses to elevate his son to army Captain in recognition of his accomplishments, showing a strong sense of confidence and pride in Shang.