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Zhu Yijun

Type Figure Region China Time 1563–1620 Also known as Shenzong of Ming

Zhu Yijun (1563–1620), thirteenth emperor of the Ming dynasty, era name Wanli, reigned forty-eight years.…

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  1. 1572Forbidden City, Beijing · BeijingIn the sixth year of Longqing, the Muzong emperor died, and he ascended the throne at age ten, changing the era name to Wanli, with Empress Dowager Li and Zhang Juzheng among the ministers serving as regents.
  2. 1572–1582Beijing · BeijingAs a child emperor, court affairs were effectively run by the Grand Secretariat led by Zhang Juzheng; during this time reforms such as the performance-evaluation system and the Single Whip Reform were implemented, and national strength partially recovered.
  3. 1582–1600Beijing · BeijingAfter Zhang Juzheng's death he began personal rule and for a time governed diligently; gradually he grew negligent of holding court, withholding memorials and increasing days of court closure, reducing the efficiency of central decision-making.

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