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👑 Emperor Ai's Death Leads to Wang Mang's Regency
Emperor Ai of Han dies and is succeeded by his eight year old cousin Ping. Wang Mang is appointed regent and begins wide-ranging reforms.⟶

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👑 Emperor Ping of Han Marries Empress Wang, Daughter of Wang Mang
Emperor Ping of Han marries Empress Wang (Ping), daughter of Wang Mang, cementing his influence.⟶

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