Gao Zong
Chinese Emperor during the Song Dynasty
Born
June 12th, 1107
917 years ago
Died
1187
838 years ago — 80 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
China
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Ascended the throne as the third emperor of the Song Dynasty in 1127, leading during a period of significant military challenge and internal strife. His reign faced the Jurchen invasion which resulted in the loss of northern China, prompting the relocation of the capital to Lin'an. Focused on strengthening the southern Song administration, he instituted various reforms and sought to stabilize the economy. Gao Zong's leadership and decisions during this tumultuous time helped to establish a foundation for the future of the southern Song Dynasty, which enjoyed a period of relative stability and cultural flourishing.
Leading the Song Dynasty during invasions
Relocating the capital to Lin'an
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