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Wanli Emperor


 

Wanli Emperor (September 4, 1563 - August 18, 1620) was emperor of China (Ming dynasty) between 1572 and 1620. Born Zhu Yijun, he was the Longqing Emperor's son. His rule of 48 years would be the longest in the Ming dynasty and it witnessed the steady decline of the dynasty. Wanli also saw the arrival of the first Jesuit missionary in Beijing, Matteo Ricci.

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September 4 - 1563 - August 18 - 1620 - Emperor of China - Ming dynasty - 1572 - Longqing Emperor - Jesuit - Missionary - Beijing - Matteo Ricci

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Introduction
Early Reign
Post Zhang Juzheng
Legacy and Death
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