Abstract: Xinjiang was one important area where the Qing dynasty exiled dismissed officials. During their periods of “service for atonement,” dismissed officials made many significant contributions to the construction of frontier defence and the development of production. Despite their accomplishments historians have overlooked these individuals due to their “special” status and positions. This article seeks to contribute to the history of the Qing and of Xinjiang and also to compensate for the lack of research on the activities of extraordinary individuals.