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Liao Xingzong Yelü Zongzhen

Type Figure Region Liao Time 1016–1055 Also known as Yelü Zongzhen、Liao Xingzong、Prince of Liang Yelü Zongzhen

Seventh emperor of the Liao dynasty, temple name Xingzong; born 1016, died 1055; succeeded in 1031 under regency of Xiao Naojin.

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  1. 1016–1031Shangjing Linhuang Prefecture · Shangjing CircuitBorn during Liao Shengzong's reign, son of Shengzong and Consort Qi Xiao, enfeoffed as Prince of Liang and made crown prince; already gaining court experience in Shengzong's late years.
  2. 1031–1055Shangjing Linhuang Prefecture · Shangjing CircuitSucceeded in 1031 after Shengzong's death, initially under regency of his mother Xiao Naojin; took personal rule in 1032, reformed the court and adopted the era name Chongxi. Maintained peaceful relations with Song after the Treaty of Chanyuan and sent envoys to investiture Western Xia's Li Yuanhao, preserving Liao's mediating position between Song and Xia.

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