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Li Zicheng (22 September 1606 – 1645), born Li Hongji, nicknamed "Dashing King", Li was a Chinese Uprising leader. He was born in Mizhi County, Yulin, Shaanxi in the late Ming Dynasty.

In 1644, he entered and conquered Beijing. In May 27 the same year, Manchu regent Dorgon defeated Uprising leader Li Zicheng of the Shun Dynasty at the Battle of Shanhai Pass, allowing the Manchus to enter and conquer Beijing. Li died in 1645, aged 39.

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    Temporary Palace of Li Zicheng in Mizhi County, Shaanxi


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