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Zhao Guangyi

Type Figure Region Asia Time 939–997 Also known as Emperor Taizong of Song、Zhao Kuangyi、Wu Ting

Zhao Guangyi (939–997), second emperor of the Song dynasty, temple name Taizong, brother of Zhao Kuangyin.…

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  1. 939–976Kaifeng · HenanAfter Zhao Kuangyin founded the Song, he was enfeoffed as Prince of Jin, long governing Kaifeng and taking part in major military and state affairs, assisting his elder brother.
  2. 976–997Kaifeng · HenanIn 976 he succeeded his brother Zhao Kuangyin as emperor, adopted the era name Taiping Xingguo, destroyed Northern Han to complete unification, launched two northern campaigns against Liao, and vigorously promoted civilian over military affairs and large-scale compilation of texts.

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