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Yao Zongxun

1917 – 1985

Chinese Wushu practitioner

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About Yao Zongxun

Lived 1917 – 1985 (aged 67–68). Yao Zongxun was a Chinese.

Yao Zongxun (; 1917–1985) was the formal successor of Wang Xiangzhai, founder of the martial art Yiquan. He is also the father of Yao Chengguang and Yao Chengrong both currently teaching in Beijing, China.

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Important facts

Born
1917, People's Republic of China
Birth century
Died
1985, People's Republic of China

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Yao Zongxun?

Chinese Wushu practitioner

When was Yao Zongxun born?

Yao Zongxun was born in 1917 in People's Republic of China.

When did Yao Zongxun die?

Yao Zongxun died in 1985 in People's Republic of China.

What nationality was Yao Zongxun?

Yao Zongxun was Chinese.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Yao Zongxun

· Wikidata: Q8049051

· DBpedia: Yao Zongxun

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