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Emperor Annei: Biography, Facts and Career

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Emperor Annei
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Emperor Annei (安寧天皇, Annei-tennō), also known as Shikitsuhikotamatemi no Mikoto (師木津日子玉手見命) was the third legendary emperor of Japan, according to the traditional order of succession. Very little is known about this Emperor due to a lack of material available for further verification and study. Annei is known as a "legendary emperor" among historians as his actual existence is disputed. Nothing exists in the Kojiki other than his name and genealogy. Annei's reign allegedly began in 549 BC, he had one wife and three sons. After his death in 511 BC, his second or third son supposedly became the next emperor.

Quick facts about Emperor Annei

  • Full name: Emperor Annei
  • Born: -0576-01-0
  • Nationality: Japan
  • Known as: Royal
  • Wikidata ID: Q313345

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Who is Emperor Annei?

Emperor Annei (安寧天皇, Annei-tennō), also known as Shikitsuhikotamatemi no Mikoto (師木津日子玉手見命) was the third legendary emperor of Japan, according to the traditional order of succession.

What nationality is Emperor Annei?

Emperor Annei is Japan.

When was Emperor Annei born?

Emperor Annei was born on -0576-01-0.

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