King Mu of Chu
King of the state of Chu in ancient China
About King Mu of Chu
Lived 650 BC – 614 BC (aged 35–36). King Mu of Chu was a Chinese.
King Mu of Chu , personal name Xiong Shangchen, was from 625 BC to 614 BC the king of the Chu state.
King Mu was a son of King Cheng and was the original crown prince. In 626 BC, King Cheng tried to make his other son, Xiong Zhi (熊職), the new crown prince on the advice of his wife, Zheng Mao. When King Mu learned of his father's plan, he surrounded the palace with his soldiers and forced King Cheng to hang himself. King Mu then ascended the throne.
He was succeeded by his son, King Zhuang.
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Who was King Mu of Chu?
king of the state of Chu in ancient China
When was King Mu of Chu born?
King Mu of Chu was born in 650 BC.
When did King Mu of Chu die?
King Mu of Chu died in 614 BC.
What nationality was King Mu of Chu?
King Mu of Chu was Chinese.
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