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Emperor Taizong of Song

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Emperor Taizong of Song, born Zhao Kuangyi and later known as Zhao Jiong, was the second emperor of the Song dynasty of China, reigning from 976 until his death in 997. He was a younger brother of his predecessor Emperor Taizu of Song and the father of his own successor Emperor Zhenzong.

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Role (category)
Monarch / Royalty 2
Wikidata P106 (occupation), classified into the fixed role-category enum, w-bbfill-langhist-0926.
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Gender
Male 1
Birth Year
939 1
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  • Emperor Taizong of Song: Gender
    Zhao Jiong, known as Zhao Guangyi from 960 to 977 and Zhao Kuangyi before 960, also known by his temple name as the Emperor Taizong of Song, was the second emperor of the Song dynasty of China.
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    Zhao Jiong (20 November 939-8 May 997), known as Zhao Guangyi from 960 to 977 and Zhao Kuangyi before 960, also known by his temple name as the Emperor Taizong of Song, was the second emperor of the Song dynasty of
  • In Era: The Post-Classical and Medieval Period, lead paragraph, lifespan
    Infobox: born 20 November 939; died 997-5-8
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2. Wikidata: Emperor Taizong of Song
Wikidata Q7473, class allow-list match (w-wdresolver-0926)View the Source

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