Lê Hoàn
Vietnamese Emperor during the 10th century
Born
August 10th, 941
1083 years ago
Died
1005
1020 years ago — 64 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Vietnam
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Ruled as the Emperor of Vietnam during the 10th century. Established the Early Lê Dynasty and unified the country after a period of fragmentation following the fall of the Tang Dynasty in China. Successfully defended the kingdom against invasions from Chinese forces, solidifying Vietnamese sovereignty. His reign is noted for laying the foundation for Vietnam's political and cultural identity.
Established the Early Lê Dynasty
Unified Vietnam after the Tang Dynasty
Defended against Chinese invasions
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