Qianlong Emperor
Emperor of the Qing Dynasty
Born
September 25th, 1711
313 years ago
Died
February 7th, 1799
226 years ago — 87 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
China
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Ruled as the sixth emperor of the Qing Dynasty. Ascended to the throne in 1735 and reigned until 1796, with a notable tenure that lasted sixty years. Oversaw a period of cultural and economic prosperity in China. Commissioned the Siku Quanshu, one of the largest collections of books in Chinese history. Expanded the Chinese empire through military campaigns, particularly in Central Asia and Tibet. Abdicated in favor of his son but retained significant power until his death.
Reigned for sixty years, from 1735 to 1796
Commissioned the Siku Quanshu, a vast literary collection
Expanded the Qing Empire into Central Asia and Tibet
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