Politics & Government

Guo Wei Proclaims Himself Emperor of Later Zhou

Guo Wei, a prominent court official, executed a military coup, overthrowing the existing regime to establish the Later Zhou dynasty. This coup took place in the capital city, Kaifeng, where Guo Wei declared himself emperor, marking the rise of a new power amidst the fragmentation of the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period. The dynamics of loyalty and ambition among military officials were pivotal, as Guo leveraged his military strength and strategic alliances to seize power.

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