What Happened This Year 1127

Historical Events from This Year 1127

Military & Warfare

Jurchen Siege of Kaifeng Captures Emperor Qinzong

January 9th, 1127 898 years ago

Jurchen soldiers from the Jin dynasty launched a military campaign against the Song dynasty, resulting in the siege and sacking of Bianjing, the capital city known as Kaifeng. The attack culminated in the capture of Emperor Qinzong of Song, alongside other members of the court. This incursion played a crucial role in the transition of power in Northern China during the Jin–Song Wars.

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