1644 in China
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Events from the year 1644 in China.
Incumbents[edit]
- Ming dynasty – Chongzhen Emperor
- Southern Ming - Hongguang Emperor
- Qing dynasty – Shunzhi Emperor
- Shun dynasty – Li Zicheng
Events[edit]
- Transition from Ming to Qing
- February and April 1644 - Battle of Beijing fought between forces of the Ming Dynasty and rebel forces led by Li Zicheng
- May 27 - Battle of Shanhai Pass
Births[edit]
- Yang Jin (楊晉 ca. (1644-1728) was a Chinese painter
Deaths[edit]
- Chongzhen Emperor, committed suicide