Taichang Emperor
Chinese Emperor during the Ming Dynasty
Born
1582
443 years ago
Died
September 26th, 1620
404 years ago — 38 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
China
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Ruled briefly from 1620 as the Emperor of the Ming Dynasty. His reign, lasting only a month, was noted for efforts to consolidate power within the imperial court. Limited by his short time in office, initiatives focused on securing stability and addressing court conflicts. Died under mysterious circumstances, leading to speculation and debate among historians. The subsequent reign saw significant changes as the Ming Dynasty faced internal and external challenges.
Ruled as the Taichang Emperor for one month
Attempted to address court conflicts
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