Nurhaci
Chinese emperor and founder of Jin dynasty
Born
1559
466 years ago
Died
September 30th, 1626
398 years ago — 67 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
China
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Established the Later Jin dynasty in 1616, leading a fundamental shift in power dynamics in Northeast China. United the Jurchen tribes and laid the groundwork for the Qing dynasty. Implemented significant military reforms and expanded territory through strategic warfare against the Ming dynasty. Developed a centralized administration and instituted a formalized governance system.
Founded the Later Jin dynasty
Unified the Jurchen tribes
Expanded territory through military conquests
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