Emperor Shizong of Zhou (周世宗)

Overview

Emperor Shizong of Zhou was a ruler.

Life and dates

Attested activity

AD 954 to AD 959 AD 954-959
Directly stated · History of Song 482, passage 104

References in the histories

History of Song, Chapter 482Volume 482 Biographies 241, Hereditary Houses 5: Liu Jiyuan of the Northern Han Liu Family (Father: Liu Jun; Elder Brother: Liu Ji'en; Appended: Wei Rong, Zhao Wendu, Li Yun, Ma Feng, Guo Wuwei) · 1 passage

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宰相薛居正曰：“昔周世宗舉兵，太原倚契丹之援，堅壁不戰，以至師老而歸。 Chancellor Xue Juzheng said, "When Emperor Shizong of Zhou campaigned, Taiyuan leaned on Khitan help, shut itself behind its walls, and refused battle until the army wore out and withdrew.