Cui Xuanwei

MedievalPoliticianChina638 — 706

Tang chancellor who helped restore Zhongzong.

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Quick Facts

Born

638

Died

706

Country

China

Era

Medieval

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)48

Influence (20%)49

Legacy (20%)40

Leadership (15%)74

Strategy (15%)37

Total Score49.1

Cui Xuanwei — Complete Timeline

705 AD

Participated in the coup to overthrow Wu ZetianPolitical Action◆ Major

Cui Xuanwei was a key conspirator in the coup led by Zhang Jianzhi that forced Wu Zetian to abdicate. He helped restore Emperor Zhongzong to the throne and was appointed as a chancellor.

CoupRestorationTang dynasty

Impact: nationalconstructive

Appointed as chancellorPolitical Action

After the restoration of Zhongzong, Cui Xuanwei was appointed as a chancellor. He served in the new government but was later purged by Wu Sansi.

AppointmentChancellorTang dynasty

Impact: national

706 AD

Exiled and died in exilePolitical Action◆ Major

Cui Xuanwei was forced into exile by Wu Sansi after the restoration. He died in exile, a victim of the power struggle that followed the restoration of Zhongzong.

ExilePower struggleTang dynasty

Impact: nationaltragic