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Zhishi Sili
Turkic chieftain who surrendered to Emperor Taizong of Tang, rendering distinguished military service as an imperial general.
Mural guide
Mural of the event “Taizong as Heavenly Qaghan”, which this person took part in.
After General Li Jing crushed the Eastern Turkic Khaganate in 630 CE, Tang Taizong's inclusive border policy of ethnic autonomy earned the profound loyalty of steppe confederations.
Also known as General Zhishi Sili · Duke of Anguo
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Zhishi Sili (c. 600 CE–665 CE) was a prominent Eastern Turkic leader who pledged allegiance to Tang Taizong. Fighting loyally across northern frontiers, he married Princess Jiujiang and exemplified Tang universal governance.
Sui
Tang
