Birthdate: May 1, 1360
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Nanjing, China
Died: August 12, 1424
The Yongle Emperor was the third ruler of the Ming dynasty, reigning from 1402 to 1424. He was a skilled leader who overthrew his nephew to become emperor. To solidify his rule, he annulled his nephew’s reign and worked to alter historical records. The emperor relocated the capital back to Beijing, restored the Grand Canal, and built the Forbidden City. He enhanced the imperial examination system and oversaw the completion of the extensive Yongle Encyclopedia.
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