Empress Dowager of the Song Dynasty
Empress Dowager of the Song dynasty
Born
None
None years ago
Died
July 17th, 961
1064 years ago — None years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
China
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Served as empress dowager during the Song dynasty. Held significant political power after the death of her husband, Emperor Taizu. Managed state affairs and influenced key decisions during her regency. Contributed to the establishment and stabilization of the Song dynasty's governance.
Regency period during the Song dynasty
Political influence over Emperor Taizong
Stabilizing governance of the Song dynasty
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