Person972–1031
Emperor Shengzong of Liao
Sixth and longest-reigning emperor of the Khitan Liao dynasty (r. 982–1031). Enthroned at twelve under the regency of his mother, Empress Dowager Xiao (Chengtian), he defeated the Song offensive of 986, invaded the Song with her in 1004 and made the Chanyuan peace, and in 1010 led an invasion of Goryeo in person; he institutionalised state examinations for officials.
- Dates
- 16 January 972 – 25 June 1031
- Events
- 1 event
- Regions
- East Asia
- In the threads
- East Asia (11th–12th c.)
Events
- Chanyuan Treaty: peace between the Song and the Liaobetween 19 January and 24 January 1005 · East Asia