jul 25, 1854 - Birth of Empress Xiaozheyi

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Empress Xiaozheyi, the wife of the Tongzhi Emperor, was known for her intelligence and grace, becoming empress at a young age in a marriage arranged by Empress Dowager Cixi. Despite her high status, her life was marked by personal tragedy, as she outlived her husband and suffered a premature death shortly after his passing, possibly due to political intrigue and court pressures.

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