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Li Yuanji
Li Yuanji was the fourth son of Li Yuan, founder of the Tang dynasty, and held the title Prince of Qi. He sided with the crown prince Li Jiancheng against their brother Li Shimin, and both were killed by Li Shimin's men in the Xuanwu Gate Incident of 626. Li Shimin then forced his father to abdicate and reigned as Emperor Taizong.
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