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Wu Zetian
MedievalEmperorChina624 — 705
Wu Zetian (624–705), Chinese empress regnant, rose from concubine to become the only female emperor in Chinese history. She founded the Zhou dynasty, expanded the empire, and promoted capable officials regardless of class.
Quick Facts
Born
624
Died
705
Country
China
Era
Medieval
Occupation
Emperor
Score Overview
Military (10%)62
Political (20%)80
Influence (20%)71
Legacy (20%)85
Leadership (15%)83
Strategy (15%)66
Total Score75.6
Detailed Scores
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Military
Strategy
7
Tactics
7
Battles
7
Army Scale
6
War Impact
7
Political
Governance
6
Reform
7
Stability
6
Policy
7
Power
7
Influence
History
9
Global
8
Culture
8
Ideology
9
Legacy
8
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