About Duke Li of Qi
Duke Li of Qi was a politician.
Duke Li of Qi , personal name Lü Wuji, was duke of the Qi state from 824 BC to 816 BC.
Duke Li succeeded his father Duke Wu, to the throne of Qi. He was a despotic ruler, and in 816 BC the people of Qi rebelled against him and attempted to install the son of Duke Hu (Duke Li's grand-uncle) as the new ruler. Duke Li was killed by the rebels, but Duke Hu's son also died in the fighting. Subsequently, Duke Li's son, Duke Wen, ascended the throne, and executed 70 individuals who were responsible for Duke Li's death.
Family Sons: Prince Chi (; d. 804 BC), ruled as Duke Wen of Qi from 815 to 804 BC
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Who was Duke Li of Qi?
ruler of Qi
When did Duke Li of Qi die?
Duke Li of Qi died in 816 BC.
What was Duke Li of Qi's occupation?
Duke Li of Qi was a politician.
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Duke Li of Qi's recorded nationality: Qi.
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