Jin Youzhi facts for kids

Jin Youzhi (Chinese: 金友之, born Aisin-Gioro Puren) was a Chinese politician and historian. He was born on 21 September 1918 and passed away on 10 April 2015.

Jin Youzhi was the head of the House of Aisin-Gioro. This was the family that ruled China during the Qing dynasty. He held this position from 1994 until his death in 2015. He was the fourth and youngest son of Prince Chun. He was also the younger half-brother of Puyi, who was the last emperor of China.

Instead of using his Manchu family name "Aisin-Gioro," Puren chose "Jin" as his new family name. The word "Jin" means "gold" in Mandarin. This is similar to how "Aisin" means "gold" in the Manchu language. His special name, or courtesy name, was "Youzhi." He became widely known as "Jin Youzhi." Chinese media often called him "the last emperor's younger brother."

His Early Life and Education

Jin Youzhi was born in the Prince Chun Mansion in Shichahai, a part of Beijing. He received his early education at home. He studied Chinese classics and traditional art.

In 1947, with help from his father, he started a public primary school. This school was located right in the Prince Chun Mansion. Jin Youzhi became the principal of this school. His sister also worked there as a teacher.

His Work and Contributions

Later, the school Jin Youzhi founded was given to the Chinese government. He continued to work there as a teacher. He taught at the school until he retired in 1988.

After retiring, Jin Youzhi spent his time writing books. He focused on the history of the Qing dynasty and Chinese literature. He also served as a delegate for three terms in the Municipal Political Consultative Conference of Beijing. This group helps advise the government in Beijing. He was also a researcher in Chinese history at the Beijing Research Institute.

His Family

Jin Youzhi had two wives and several children.

• His first wife was from the Jin clan. Her personal name was Yuting. She passed away in 1971.
  • Yuzhang (born May 1942) was their first son.
  • Jin Yuquan (born 1946) was their second son.
  • Their first daughter was named Yukun. She married a man named Mr. Du and had one son.
  • Their second daughter was named Yucheng. She married a man named Mr. Qiao and also had one son.
  • Jin Yulan (born December 1948) was their third son.

• His second wife was from the Zhang clan. Her personal name was Maoying. They married in 1975.

See Also

In Spanish: Jin Youzhi para niños

• Royal and noble ranks of the Qing dynasty
• Ranks of imperial consorts in China § Qing