El Temur

MedievalPoliticianChina1295 — 1333

Yuan regent who dominated the court.

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Quick Facts

Born

1295

Died

1333

Country

China

Era

Medieval

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)25

Political (20%)61

Influence (20%)50

Legacy (20%)40

Leadership (15%)53

Strategy (15%)51

Total Score47.3

El Temur — Complete Timeline

1328 AD

Seizure of power as regentPolitical Action◆ Major

El Temur led a coup in Dadu (Beijing) that installed Tugh Temur as emperor, overthrowing the regent of the previous emperor. He then assumed the position of regent, dominating the Yuan court for the next five years.

CoupRegencyYuan dynasty

Impact: national

1329 AD

Purge of rival Mongol factionsPolitical Action◆ Major

After the death of Khutughtu Khan, El Temur orchestrated the execution of several high-ranking Mongol officials loyal to the late khan. This purge consolidated his control over the imperial government and eliminated opposition.

PurgePolitical violenceMongol factions

Impact: nationaldestructive

1333 AD

Death and fall of his factionPolitical Action◆ Major

El Temur died in 1333, and his family's power was quickly dismantled by the new emperor Toghon Temur. His sons were executed, and his faction was purged, ending the El Temur regency.

DeathPurgeEnd of regency

Impact: nationaltragic