Historical Events, Birthdays and Deaths in 226

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Politics & Government

Cao Rui Becomes Emperor of Wei

June 29th, 226 1798 years ago

Cao Rui succeeded his father, Cao Pi, as emperor while solidifying the legacy of the Cao family and advancing the state of Wei in the Three Kingdoms period. The ceremony took place in Luoyang, where Cao Rui was formally proclaimed emperor, continuing the dynastic lineage following Cao Pi’s reign. This transition aimed to ensure stability and continuity in leadership during a time marked by political fragmentation.

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People Who Died in 226

Cao Pi

Chinese emperor and poet

Died

June 29th, 226 1798 years ago — None years old

Cao Pi, the first emperor of the Cao Wei dynasty, rose to power following the fall of the Eastern Han dynasty. Crowned emperor in 220 AD, he established the Wei state during the Three Kingdoms period. His reign marked significant political maneuvering and consolidation of power within the region. A patron of the arts, he promoted poetry and is credited with writing the famous poem "Tao Qian’s Invitation to Wine." His tenure was characterized by efforts to stabilize state governance and expand territorial control.