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Also Known As Zhao Kuangyi • T’ai-tsung • Zhao Guangyi • Zhao Jiong
Born 939 • China
Died 997 (aged 58) • China
Title / Office emperor (976-997), China
House / Dynasty Song dynasty
Notable Family Members brother Taizu

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