Emperor Wuzong of Tang

Emperor Wuzong of Tang , n Li Chan, later changed to Li Yan just before his death, was an emperor of the Tang Dynasty of China, reigning from 840 to 846. Emperor Wuzong is mainly known in modern times for the religious persecution that occurred during his reign. In addition, he was known for his successful reactions against incursions by remnants of the Huigu Khanate and the rebellion by Liu Zhen, as well as his deep trust in the chancellor Li Deyu.

Li Chan was born in 814, as the ninth son of Li Heng at least, who was then Crown Prince under Li Chans grandfather Emperor Xianzong. He was born at the Eastern Palace . His mother was Consort Wei, whose rank was lost to history. After Li Heng became emperor in 820, he made many of his brothers and sons princes in 821, and Li Chan was made the Prince of Ying. Little is known about Li Chans activities during the reigns of Emperor Muzong or Li Chans older brothers Emperor Jingzong and Emperor Wenzong , other than that during the middle of Emperor Wenzongs Kaicheng era , Emperor Wenzong bestowed the honorary title of Kaifu Yitong Sansi on him, as well as the title of honorary minister of civil service affairs . It was said that Li Chan was silent, intelligent, and decisive, not showing his emotions easily. It was also said that Emperor Wenzong treated him and another brother, Li Rong the Prince of An, better than other princes.

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