Li Xuan

MedievalEmperorChina862 — 888

Tang Xizong who fled Chang'an to Huang Chao.

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Quick Facts

Born

862

Died

888

Country

China

Era

Medieval

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)35

Influence (20%)46

Legacy (20%)38

Leadership (15%)39

Strategy (15%)39

Total Score40.9

Li Xuan — Complete Timeline

880 AD

Fled Chang'an to ChengduPolitical Action

When Huang Chao's rebel army approached the Tang capital Chang'an, Li Xuan (Tang Xizong) abandoned the city and fled to Chengdu in Sichuan. This flight left the capital undefended and marked the collapse of central authority during the Huang Chao Rebellion.

FlightHuang Chao RebellionCapital Lost

Impact: nationaltragic

885 AD

Recalled to Chang'an After Huang Chao's DefeatPolitical Action◆ Major

After Huang Chao was defeated by the Shatuo Turk Li Keyong and other warlords, Li Xuan returned to Chang'an. However, the city was in ruins and the Tang court was now dependent on regional military governors, further weakening imperial power.

ReturnWarlord EraTang Decline

Impact: national