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Emperor Taizong of Liao
947May, 18

Emperor Taizong of Liao

Emperor Taizong of the Liao Dynasty
Emperor Taizong of Liao (25 November 902 – 18 May 947), personal name Yaogu, sinicised name Yelü Deguang, courtesy name Dejin, was the second emperor of the Khitan-led Liao dynasty of China.

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    Later Jin (Five Dynasties)

    Emperor Tai Zong of the Khitan-led Liao Dynasty invades the Later Jin, resulting in the destruction of the Later Jin.
  • 10Mar

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