King Liao of Wu

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King Liao of Wu (Chinese: 吳王僚; died in 515 BC), also named Zhouyu, was king of the state of Wu in the Spring and Autumn Period.

[edit] Biography

Liao was the son of King Yiwei of Wu. He took his throne in 526 BC. During his kingship he made several battles against the state of Chu. He was assassinated by Zhuan Zhu in a party held by Prince Guang, who later became King Helu of Wu.

Preceded by
King Yiwei of Wu
King of Wu
515 BC – 496 BC
Succeeded by
King Helü of Wu
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