Crown Prince Yukou
Heir to Duke Xuan of Chen
About Crown Prince Yukou
Crown Prince Yukou (; died 672 BC) was the original heir apparent of Duke Xuan of Chen, the sixteenth ruler of the ancient Chinese state of Chen during the Spring and Autumn period. In 672 BC, the 21st year of his reign, Duke Xuan's favourite concubine gave birth to a son named Kuan. Duke Xuan killed Yukou and made Kuan his new heir apparent.
Prince Yukou was close to his cousin Chen Wan, son of Duke Li of Chen, the fifteenth ruler of Chen and Yukou's uncle. Afraid that his life was also in danger, Chen Wan fled to the State of Qi in the northeast. Duke Huan of Qi made Chen Wan an official in charge of manufacturing, and Chen Wan established the Chen (later known as Tian) clan in Qi. The Chen clan of Qi would grow increasingly powerful over the centuries and eventually usurped the Qi throne.
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Important facts
Frequently asked questions
Who was Crown Prince Yukou?
heir to Duke Xuan of Chen
When did Crown Prince Yukou die?
Crown Prince Yukou died in 672 BC.
What nationality was Crown Prince Yukou?
Crown Prince Yukou's recorded nationality: Chen.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Crown Prince Yukou
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