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Xiao Noujin

Type Figure Region Asia Time 953–1032 Also known as Empress Dowager Xiao、Empress Dowager Chengtian、Empress Dowager Yingtian、Xiao Chuo (different person of the same name, do not confuse)

Xiao Noujin was empress of Liao's Jingzong and mother of Shengzong, Yelu Longxu;…

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  1. 982–1000Supreme Capital, Linhuang Prefecture · Supreme Capital CircuitAfter Jingzong's death a young emperor succeeded; Xiao Noujin ruled as Empress Dowager Chengtian, eliminating rival clan members, promoting Han Derang, implementing equal-field and legal reforms, and personally leading campaigns against Song until the Chanyuan Treaty.
  2. 1011–1020Supreme Capital, Linhuang Prefecture · Supreme Capital CircuitAfter Shengzong began personal rule, Xiao Noujin retained her high status; after Han Derang died in 1011 she lost her most important political ally. She mostly resided at the Supreme Capital, retaining a voice in succession and court affairs until her death in 1032.

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