Although Li Shimin is of Xianbei descent, he is a Han nationality. According to "Twenty-four History", Li Shimin's paternal line is the Han nationality, and he is a direct descendant of Li Gui, the military prince of Xiliang, so even if his mother is a Xianbei aristocrat, he still belongs to the Han nationality.
Li Shimin (65438+5991October 23-65438+July 00, 649) was a native of Ji Cheng, Longxi (now Qin 'an, Gansu), and a native of Julu County. The second emperor of the Tang Dynasty (reigned from 626 to 649) was a politician, strategist, strategist, calligrapher and poet.
In the early days of Li Shimin's rule, he listened to the opinions of ministers and was modest and prudent. Governing the country and leveling the world with Chinese characters, practicing economy, persuading farmers and mulberry workers to recuperate, making the country prosperous and the people safe, and creating "the rule of chastity" Open up territory to the outside world, attack and destroy East Turkistan and Xueyantuo, conquer Gaochang, Qiuci and Tuguhun, and hit Goguryeo hard. The establishment of the four towns in Anxi, living in harmony with all ethnic groups in the northern region, won the title of "Tiankhan" and laid an important foundation for the prosperity of the Tang Dynasty 100 years.
Historical evaluation
Li Shimin's literary martial arts have been talked about and praised by people since ancient times. Academic circles have positively affirmed his great talent and great contribution to the history of China. Li Shimin is an accomplished politician and strategist who played a leading role in the struggle against Sui and Tang Dynasties. The victory of Xuanwumen Revolution of Emperor Taizong objectively played a positive role in the development of social history in the early Tang Dynasty.
Emperor Taizong did not discriminate against ethnic minorities. Apart from invading Turkey and using force, he mainly dealt with ethnic issues by soft political means. Proper methods and enlightened policies are conducive to national unity and national unity.
Emperor Taizong seems to be a destiny takes a hand. Nothing is impossible for him. He is the savior of society and the restorer of unity and peace. His personality was so powerful that it influenced all the people with him and became a legend in the eyes of future generations. Among the emperors of China, no one can compare with them.
The above contents refer to Baidu Encyclopedia-Li Shimin.