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Zhu Gaochi

Type Figure Region China Time 1378–1425 Also known as Hongxi Emperor、Ming Renzong、Crown Prince

Zhu Gaochi (1378–1425), eldest son of Ming Chengzu, long-serving Crown Prince during Yongle who acted as regent in Nanjing;…

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  1. 1402–1410Nanjing · Nanjing CityMade Crown Prince after Jingnan; he was heavyset with a leg ailment, and during Chengzu's northern campaigns was repeatedly ordered to serve as regent in Nanjing, handling memorials, relief, and officialdom, with his governance recognized by Chengzu.
  2. 1411–1420Nanjing · Nanjing CityChengzu long resided in Beijing for northern campaigns and construction while the Crown Prince governed as regent in Nanjing; he repeatedly clashed with Prince of Han Zhu Gaoxu, relying on ministers like Yang Shiqi to defend his position as heir; after the Prince of Han's rebellion was suppressed in 1420, his status became more secure.
  3. 1424–1425Beijing · Beijing CityAscended after Chengzu died on northern campaign, changed era name to Hongxi, pardoned prisoners, halted the treasure fleet, promoted worthy ministers, and ruled with leniency; died after ten months on the throne, temple name Renzong.

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