Historical Events tagged with "imperial guards"
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Murder of Emperor Lê Tương Dực by Guards
Trịnh Duy Sản led a coup against Emperor Lê Tương Dực, resulting in the emperor's murder and subsequent abandonment of the capital Thăng Long. The imperial guards fled, leaving the city vulnerable to external threats and internal chaos. This act of betrayal disrupted the existing power structure in the region and initiated significant political turmoil.
Continue ReadingEmperor Xuanzong Faces Guard Ultimatum
Amidst growing unrest in the Tang dynasty, Emperor Xuanzong was pressured by his Imperial Guards to execute Chancellor Yang Guozhong. The guards threatened mutiny, leading to intense political strife as General An Lushan orchestrated the assassination of members of the imperial family. The turbulent atmosphere marked a critical moment in the rebellion.
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