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Emperor Taizong Of Tang
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Ascent to Power: The Xuanwu Gate Incident
Li Shimin achieved prominence rapidly during the foundation of the Tang Dynasty, serving as a principal military commander under his father, Emperor Gaozu (Li Yuan)/). His elder brother, the Crown Prince Li Jiancheng, and younger brother, Li Yuanji, grew increasingly jealous of Shimin's martial successes and burgeoning support within the court and military apparatus. This rivalry culminated … -
Emperor Taizong Of Tang
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Li Shimin achieved prominence rapidly during the foundation of the Tang Dynasty, serving as a principal military commander under his father, Emperor Gaozu (Li Yuan)/). His elder brother, the Crown Prince Li Jiancheng, and younger brother, Li Yuanji, grew increasingly jealous of Shimin's martial successes and burgeoning support within the court and military apparatus. This rivalry culminated in the **[Xuanwu Gate Incident](/entries/xuanw…
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Taiyuan
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The earliest recorded settlements in the Taiyuan basin date back to the Neolithic Erlitou culture, though the city's political establishment is generally attributed to the Western Zhou period (c. 1046–771 BCE). It was designated as the capital of the State of Jin (晉國), which later fragmented during the Spring and Autumn period. Following the collapse of Jin authority, the territory was administered by the Zhao state, which relocated its administ…