Li Ang

MedievalEmperorChina809 — 840

Tang Wenzong who was powerless against eunuchs.

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Quick Facts

Born

809

Died

840

Country

China

Era

Medieval

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)52

Political (20%)35

Influence (20%)46

Legacy (20%)36

Leadership (15%)45

Strategy (15%)68

Total Score44.1

Li Ang — Complete Timeline

835 AD

Sweet Dew IncidentPolitical Action

Li Ang conspired with Chancellor Li Xun and general Zheng Zhu to massacre the powerful eunuch faction. The plot failed when eunuchs discovered the ambush. They retaliated by killing many officials and placing Li Ang under effective house arrest.

Sweet Dew IncidentEunuch PowerFailed Coup

Impact: nationaldestructive

Eunuch Domination of the CourtPolitical Action◆ Major

After the Sweet Dew Incident, the eunuch faction led by Qiu Shiliang gained complete control over the imperial court. They controlled the emperor's communications, appointed officials, and even decided succession, reducing Li Ang to a figurehead.

Eunuch PowerCourt PoliticsDecadence

Impact: nationaldestructive

840 AD

Death of Li AngOther

Li Ang died in 840, possibly poisoned by eunuchs. His reign was marked by his inability to govern independently, and his death further entrenched eunuch control over the Tang court.

DeathEunuch PowerWeak Emperor

Impact: nationaltragic