About Xie of Xia
Xie of Xia was a Chinese monarch.
Xie was the tenth king of the semi-legendary Xia dynasty. The son of Mang, Xie ascended the throne in the "Xinwei" year. He possibly ruled 25 years.
Reign
According to the Bamboo Annals, in the 12th year of Xie's reign, Wang Hai of Shang, while a guest in Youyi (有易), was "guilty of licentious conduct" and killed by the leader of the place, Mianchen (綿臣), who also sent away his retinue. Four years later, Wang Hai's successor, Shang Jia, allied with the forces of the protection of Hebo, and invaded Youyi, killing Mianchen.
Xie was succeeded by his sons Bu Jiang and Jiong.
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Who was Xie of Xia?
10th Chinese king of Xia Dynasty
When did Xie of Xia die?
Xie of Xia died in 2000 BC.
What was Xie of Xia's occupation?
Xie of Xia was a monarch.
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Xie of Xia was Chinese.
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