Yelu Yanxi

MedievalEmperorKhitan Empire1075 — 1128

Last Liao emperor who fled the Jurchens.

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Quick Facts

Born

1075

Died

1128

Country

Khitan Empire

Era

Medieval

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)35

Influence (20%)46

Legacy (20%)36

Leadership (15%)39

Strategy (15%)39

Total Score40.3

Yelu Yanxi — Complete Timeline

1122 AD

Fled the Jurchen invasionWar◆ Major

As the Jurchen Jin army advanced on the Liao capital, Yelu Yanxi abandoned his court and fled westward. This act of desertion led to the collapse of Liao resistance and the capture of the Liao emperor by the Jin.

Liao collapseJurchen conquestFlight

Impact: nationaltragic

1125 AD

Captured by the JinWar◆ Major

Yelu Yanxi was captured by Jin forces while attempting to flee further west. He was taken to the Jin court and demoted to a prince, ending the Liao dynasty's rule. He died in captivity in 1128.

CaptureEnd of LiaoCaptivity

Impact: nationaltragic