Trần Thánh Tông

Emperor of Đại Việt during 13th century

Trần Thánh Tông - Leaders & Politicians born October 12th, 1240
Born
Died

1290
736 years ago — 50 years old

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Leaders & Politicians

Country

Vietnam

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Ruled from 1258 to 1278, focusing on strengthening the state of Đại Việt against external threats, particularly from the Mongol invasions. Under leadership, the military effectively repelled invasions in 1258 and 1288, achieving significant victories at the battles of Bạch Đằng River. Promoted agricultural development and fostered cultural growth, including the establishment of Confucianism as the state ideology.

Defeated Mongol invasions in 1258 and 1288

Established Confucianism as state ideology

Promoted agricultural and cultural development

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