Emperor Taizong of Song
Noble person
0939 – 0997
Who was Emperor Taizong of Song?
Zhao Guangyi, born Zhao Kuangyi, also known by his temple name Taizong, was the 2nd emperor of imperial China's Song Dynasty, reigning from 976 until his death. He succeeded his elder brother Emperor Taizu.
Emperor Taizong is remembered as a hardworking and diligent emperor. He paid great attention to the welfare of his people and made his empire more prosperous. He adopted the policies previously enacted by Emperor Shizong of Later Zhou, which include increasing agricultural production, broadening the imperial examination system, compiling encyclopedias, expanding the civil service and further limiting the power of Jiedushis. He also reunified China proper by conquering Northern Han, the last kingdom in the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period.
Popular legends believe he killed Emperor Taizu for the throne, also forcing Emperor Taizu's son Zhao Dezhao to commit suicide.
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- Born
- Nov 20, 0939
Kaifeng County - Parents
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- Died
- May 8, 0997
Kaifeng
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on July 23, 2013
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