Tang dynasty

Historical eventMay 28621

Tang dynasty

Tang forces led by Li Shimin defeated and captured Dou Jiande at the Battle of Hulao in the civil war that followed the collapse of the Sui dynasty.

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When
Thursday, May 28 6211405 years ago
Category
Historical eventA dated happening — a battle, treaty, launch, discovery, disaster or decision — recorded on this calendar day.
Era
7th century · 620s
Calendar
Julian — as recorded at the time
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At a glance

Dates: From 621.

What happened

Tang forces led by Li Shimin defeated and captured Dou Jiande at the Battle of Hulao in the civil war that followed the collapse of the Sui dynasty.

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When did Tang dynasty happen?

May 28 621 — 1405 years ago, on a Thursday.

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