About King Ai of Chu
King Ai of Chu was a Chinese politician.
King Ai of Chu , personal name Xiong You , was a king of Chu state, reigning briefly in 228 BC. He was a son of King Kaolie and full younger brother of King You, whom he succeeded to the throne.
King Ai was murdered only two months after becoming the ruler by the supporters of his elder half-brother, Xiong Fuchu, who then took over the throne.
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Who was King Ai of Chu?
King of Chinese state of Chu during 228 BC
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King Ai of Chu died in 228 BC.
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King Ai of Chu was a politician.
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King Ai of Chu was Chinese.
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