Deng (r. 105–121)

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Deng (r. 105–121)

Dowager empress of China. Name variations: Teng. Ruled from 105 to 121; died in 121.

During the Eastern or Later Han Dynasty, Empress Deng ruled as dowager queen following the death of Emperor He Di (Ho Ti), who ruled from 88 to 105. Deng was regent for her infant son from 105 until her death in 121.

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