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Han Tuozhou

Type Figure Region Southern Song Time 1152–1207 Also known as Han Jiefu、Prince of Pingyuan

Han Tuozhou (1152–1207) was a Southern Song imperial in-law and powerful minister, courtesy name Jiefu, nephew of Empress Wu (empress of Gaozong and …

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  1. 1152–1194Lin'an · Lin'an PrefectureEntering palace service through his status as an imperial in-law (his mother was Empress Wu's sister), he participated in forcing Guangzong's abdication during the Shaoxing era, helped enthroning Ningzong, and was granted the title Prince of Pingyuan for his role in the succession, gradually gaining control of the central administration.
  2. 1194–1206Lin'an · Lin'an PrefectureHe dominated court politics, demoted Daoist learning, posthumously honored Yue Fei, and clashed with old ministers such as Liu Zheng. In 1206 he pushed the Kaixi Northern Expedition; Wu Xi's defection and frontline setbacks greatly damaged his prestige.
  3. 1207Lin'an Imperial Palace · Lin'an PrefectureAfter the northern expedition failed, Jin demanded his head as a condition for peace. In 1207 Shi Miyuan and others conspired to have warriors kill Han Tuozhou in the palace, sending his head to Jin.

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