About Yu Minzhong
Lived 1714 – 1779 (aged 64–65). Yu Minzhong was a Chinese politician, writer, calligrapher and beamter.
Yu Minzhong (, 1714–1779) was an official of the Qing Dynasty, who served as chief grand councilor for part of the reign of the Qianlong Emperor. Yu Minzhong was a native of Jintan, Jiangsu province. In 1737, he became a Zhuangyuan of the Imperial examination. Before his appointment as chief grand councilor, he served as an editor and scribe to the emperor. During his tenure as chief grand councilor, a significant rise in corruption occurred.
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Who was Yu Minzhong?
chief grand councilor (1714–1779)
When was Yu Minzhong born?
Yu Minzhong was born in 1714 in Jintan District.
When did Yu Minzhong die?
Yu Minzhong died in 1779.
What was Yu Minzhong's occupation?
Yu Minzhong was a politician, writer, calligrapher and beamter.
What nationality was Yu Minzhong?
Yu Minzhong was Chinese.
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