Yi Zhaoyi
Ming dynasty concubine
About Yi Zhaoyi
Lived 1392 – 1421 (aged 28–29). Yi Zhaoyi was a Korean.
Consort Yi (1392–1421) was an imperial concubine of the Yongle Emperor. She was from Korea, and became a member of the imperial harem of the Yongle Emperor in 1409. In 1421, she was one of the many concubines who were accused for having participated in a conspiracy to murder the emperor. She was arrested and interrogated. She was executed for attempted murder of the emperor.
Titles During the reign of the Hongwu Emperor (r. 1368–1398): Lady Yi (이씨, 李氏) (from 1392) During the reign of the Yongle Emperor (r. 1402–1424): Gong-nyeo (공녀, 貢女) (from 1409) Lady of Bright Deportment (昭儀; from 1409)
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Yi Zhaoyi?
Ming dynasty concubine (1392–1421)
When was Yi Zhaoyi born?
Yi Zhaoyi was born on 11 November 1392.
When did Yi Zhaoyi die?
Yi Zhaoyi died in 1421.
What nationality was Yi Zhaoyi?
Yi Zhaoyi was Korean.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Consort Yi (Ming dynasty)
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