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Emperor Gaozu of Tang, personal name Li Yuan, courtesy name Shude, Xianbei name Daye Yuan, was the founding emperor of the Tang dynasty of China, reigning from 618 to 626 CE. Under the Sui dynasty, Li Yuan was the governor in the area of modern-day Shanxi, and was based in Taiyuan.
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politics · Founder of China's Tang Dynasty (618 - 626) · politician · also Emperor Gaozu of Tang, Shude, Lǐ Yuān, Taiwu, Shenyao dasheng daguang xiao huangdi, Gaozu
Born 8 April 0566 · Died 25 June 0635 · Q9700
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Died 0635-06-25.
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Career landmark: Emperor of China (0618–0626).
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Born 0566-04-08.
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