About Li Yu
Lived 745 – 820 (aged 74–75). Li Yu was a Chinese military personnel.
Lǐ Yú (李逾) (740? – April 10, 820) was a Tang dynasty prince and Tang Daizong's fifth son. His mother's identity is unknown.
His birth date is between 746 and 750 judging by his brothers' respective birth dates.
In 775 he became Prince of Chen (郴王).
In 783 Li Yu became Prince of Dan (丹王).
He died in the year 820.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Li Yu?
Tang dynasty person CBDB = 189167
When was Li Yu born?
Li Yu was born in 745.
When did Li Yu die?
Li Yu died on 10 April 820.
What was Li Yu's occupation?
Li Yu was a military personnel.
What nationality was Li Yu?
Li Yu was Chinese.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Li Yu, Prince of Dan
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