Wei Zhongxian

Politician, Deceased Person

1568 – 1627

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Who was Wei Zhongxian?

Wei Zhongxian is considered by most historians as the most powerful and notorious eunuch in Chinese history. He is best known for his service in the court of the Tianqi Emperor, when his power eventually rivaled that of the emperor.

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Born
1568
Suning County
Profession
Died
Oct 19, 1627
Beijing

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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