Duke Jian of Qin
Ruler of Chinese state of Qin from 414 to 400 BC
About Duke Jian of Qin
Lived 428 BC – 400 BC.
Duke Jian of Qin (; 428–400 BC), personal name Ying Daozi, was a duke of the state of Qin during the Eastern Zhou dynasty, reigning from 414 to 400 BC.
Duke Jian was the younger son of Duke Huai and the uncle of his predecessor Duke Ling. When Duke Ling died in 415 BC, the throne was passed to Duke Jian instead of Duke Ling's son, the later Duke Xian.
Duke Jian reigned for 15 years and died in 400 BC at the age of 28. He was succeeded by his son, Duke Hui II.
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Who was Duke Jian of Qin?
ruler of Chinese state of Qin from 414 to 400 BC
When was Duke Jian of Qin born?
Duke Jian of Qin was born in 428 BC.
When did Duke Jian of Qin die?
Duke Jian of Qin died in 400 BC.
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Duke Jian of Qin's recorded nationality: Qin.
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