Wu Yuanheng

Wu Yuanheng was appointed as chancellor under Emperor Xianzong. He advocated for strong central authority and policies to curb the autonomy of provincial military governors, making him a target for assassination.

Wu Yuanheng led the court's efforts to suppress rebellious provincial governors, particularly in the region of Chengde. His aggressive policies provoked strong opposition from the military governors, leading to his assassination.

Wu Yuanheng, a Tang chancellor, was assassinated by agents of provincial military governors who opposed his centralization policies. His murder was a major political event that shocked the court and highlighted the power of regional warlords.