About Marquis Ai of Jin
Lived 750 BC – 709 BC (aged 40–41). Marquis Ai of Jin was a politician.
Marquis Ai of Jin , personal name Ji Guang, was a marquis of the Jin state. He reigned from 718 BC to 709 BC.
In 710 BC, Marquis Ai attacked a small state south of Jin known as Xingting (陘廷). The next year, Xingting, allied with Duke Wu of Quwo, sacked Yi (翼), the capital of Jin. Duke Wu of Quwo enlisted the help of his half-uncle, Viscount Wu of Han, to kill the escaping Marquis Ai. The Jin people then supported Marquis Ai's son, Marquis Xiaozi, as the next ruler of Jin.
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Who was Marquis Ai of Jin?
ruler of the state of Jin
When was Marquis Ai of Jin born?
Marquis Ai of Jin was born in 750 BC.
When did Marquis Ai of Jin die?
Marquis Ai of Jin died in 709 BC.
What was Marquis Ai of Jin's occupation?
Marquis Ai of Jin was a politician.
What nationality was Marquis Ai of Jin?
Marquis Ai of Jin's recorded nationality: Jin.
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