Emperor Shizong of Liao

Noble person

0919 – 0951

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Who was Emperor Shizong of Liao?

The Emperor Shizong of Liao, born as Yelü Ruan, also known as Wuyu, was the third emperor of Liao dynasty, reigning from May 16, 947 to October 7, 951. He is the son of Prince Bei, the eldest son of Abaoji, the founder of the Khitan Empire. He came to power after the death of his uncle, Emperor Taizong, who raised him after his father left for China and the court of the Later Tang Dynasty.

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Jan 29, 0919
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Died
0951

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on July 23, 2013

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