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Emperor Ningzong of Song

Type Figure Region China Time 1168–1224 Also known as Zhao Kuo、Ningzong

Emperor Ningzong of Song, Zhao Kuo (1168–1224), was the 13th emperor of the Southern Song, son of Emperor Guangzong, ascending the throne in 1194.…

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  1. 1168–1194Lin'an · Southern SongZhao Kuo was the second son of Emperor Guangzong, titled Prince of Jia. He grew up in the palace and received education as an heir, and in 1194 ascended the imperial throne following Guangzong's abdication and inner transmission.
  2. 1194–1220Lin'an · Southern SongAfter ascending the throne, Ningzong relied on Han Tuozhou, launching the Kaixi Northern Expedition against the Jin in 1206, which soon ended in defeat. In 1207 Han was executed by Shi Miyuan, after which Shi dominated the court for a long period, with the emperor holding court in name while real power slipped away.
  3. 1221–1224Lin'an · Southern SongIn the 1220s Ningzong was advanced in years and Shi Miyuan controlled the court. In September 1224 Ningzong died at Lin'an; as he had no heirs, Shi Miyuan and others placed his adopted son Zhao Yun on the throne, who became Emperor Lizong.

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