Minh Mạng
Vietnamese emperor during the Nguyễn dynasty
Born
May 25th, 1791
234 years ago
Died
January 20th, 1841
184 years ago — 49 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Vietnam
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Reigned as the second emperor of the Nguyễn dynasty from 1820 to 1841. Implemented significant reforms in administration, military, and education. Centralized governance and strengthened the power of the emperor. Expanded the country's territory and made efforts to consolidate national identity. Emphasized Confucian principles in the government's operations and the society at large.
Established a centralized bureaucracy
Promoted Confucian education
Expanded territorial boundaries
Strengthened military organization
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