Tai Zong, Chinese emperor (born 598)

Emperor Taizong of Tang

Emperor of China from 626 to 649

Emperor Taizong of Tang, previously Prince of Qin, personal name Li Shimin, was the second emperor of the Tang dynasty of China, ruling from 626 to 649. He is traditionally regarded as a co-founder of the dynasty for his role in encouraging his father Li Yuan to rebel against…