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1. Li Family

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   The family's direct political authority began to erode significantly following the An Lushan Rebellion (755–763 CE). While the Li emperors remained on the throne, effective military and fiscal control devolved to regional military governors (Jiedushi), many of whom were not ethnically Han or members of the Li family. By the late 9th century, the court was often paralyzed by eunuch power struggles and endemic corruption, which are often attributed to the Li family's failure to centralize military authority away from ambitious regional commanders.
   The dynasty formally ended in 907 CE when Zhu …