Historical Events, Birthdays and Deaths in 190

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Historical Events from This Year 190

Military & Warfare

Dong Zhuo Evacuates and Destroys Luoyang

April 4th, 190 1835 years ago

Dong Zhuo commanded his troops to evacuate Luoyang, subsequently setting the city ablaze. This decision aimed to thwart adversaries, erasing vital imperial resources and his political base. The burning marked a dramatic shift in power dynamics and highlighted Dong Zhuo's ruthless tactics during his reign as a warlord.

Born in 190

People Who Died in 190

Liu Bian

Heir of the Han Dynasty, poisoned leader

Died

March 6th, 190 1835 years ago — None years old

Liu Bian was a Chinese emperor during the late Eastern Han Dynasty. Ascended to the throne in 189 AD after the death of Emperor Ling. His reign was short-lived, marked by the intense political machinations of powerful warlords and court officials. In 190 AD, he was poisoned by Dong Zhuo, a powerful warlord who had usurped control of the court, leading to further instability within the dynasty. Liu Bian's rule represented a period of significant turmoil and change, ultimately contributing to the fall of the Han Dynasty.