Shao Kang
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Si Shao Kang (姒少康) was the sixth ruler of the Xia Dynasty of China. He was the son of Si Xiang (姒相). Succeeded by King Zhu of Xia. His father Xiang was killed in a battle against Han Zhuo's (寒浞) two sons, Han Jiao (寒澆) and Han Yi (寒殪); Shao Kang's mother managed to escape and had him after a few months. In 2079 BC Si Shao Kang and his followers engaged a battle against Han Zhuo, defeated and killed him, and restored the Xia Dynasty.
| Xia Dynasty | ||
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| Preceded by: Xiang | King of China 2097 BC – 2057 BC | Succeeded by: Zhu |
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