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Death of Liao Emperor Xingzong (Yelü Zongzhen)

Type Event Region East Asia Time 1055

In 1055, Xingzong, the eighth Liao emperor, died after a 24-year reign; his death triggered the succession and Daozong's accession, a key turning poi…

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  1. 1075Liao Supreme Capital, Linhuang Prefecture · Northeast ChinaIn Xingzong's later years Liao's internal administration grew more stable, but the succession question had drawn court attention; Crown Prince Yelü Hongji (the future Daozong) was firmly established at court.
  2. 1075Liao Supreme Capital, Linhuang Prefecture · Northeast ChinaXingzong Yelü Zongzhen died this year, ending his reign since his accession in 1031; the Liao entered a new phase of succession and power reorganization.

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