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Li Zichengor Li Tzu-ch'eng(born Oct. 3, 1605?, Mizhi, Shaanxi province, China—died 1645, Hubei province) Rebel leader who brought about the fall of China's Ming dynasty (1368–1644). A former postal worker, he joined the rebel cause in 1631 following a great famine in the northern part of the country. In 1644 he proclaimed himself the first emperor of a new dynasty and marched on Beijing, which he took easily. His victory was short-lived; Wu Sangui, a general loyal to the Ming, called on the Manchu tribes to drive him out, and he fled north, where he was probably killed by local villagers. See also Dorgon. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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