What did Changsun Chong’s life experience from being a son-in-law in the Tang Dynasty to being exiled to Lingnan? Today, the History Encyclopedia editor will bring you the story of Changsun Chong. Interested readers, let’s take a look together!
Who is Changsun Chong? Let’s first take a look at his background: his father was Changsun Wuji, a founding hero of the Tang Dynasty, his aunt was Empress Changsun, and his uncle is the current Emperor Taizong of Tang, Li Shimin. Changsun Wuji made outstanding military achievements for the Tang Dynasty and was highly regarded by Li Shimin. He was both a hero and a national uncle, and at that time, he was extremely glorious. The Changsun family was extremely prominent for a time.
Princess Changle Li Lizhi was born to Empress Changsun, and Li Shimin doted on her. After some consideration, he decided to betroth his beloved daughter to Changsun Chong, the son of Changsun Wuji. In the seventh year of the Zhenguan reign (633 AD), Princess Changle married Changsun Chong.
Changsun Chong and the princess had a very happy married life. They were as close as glue and envied by others, but the good times didn’t last long. In the 17th year of the Zhenguan reign, Princess Changle suddenly fell ill and passed away soon after. Changsun Chong and the princess only lived for ten years, but Princess Changle was one step ahead of him. This young couple ultimately failed to grow old together. How did Changsun Chong live after losing his wife? There is no record in history anymore. He probably became an official and spent the rest of his life like this.
The saying goes that prosperity will inevitably decline, and the Changsun family is like this. Four years after Emperor Gaozong of Tang, Li Zhi, ascended the throne, Changsun Wuji fell from power, and Changsun Chong, who was serving as the secretary supervisor at the time, was also exiled to Lingnan and eventually disappeared without a trace. Changsun Chong was originally the proud son of Chang’an City, with a noble background and prominent status. He went from a nobleman to the current imperial consort, but in the end, he was exiled. Who could have guessed such a fate?
