1644 in China

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Events from the year 1644 in China.

Chinese political situation in 1644.

Incumbents[]

• Ming dynasty – Chongzhen Emperor
• Qing dynasty – Shunzhi Emperor
  • Co-regent: Dorgon
  • Co-regent: Jirgalang
• Shun dynasty – Li Zicheng

Events[]

• 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[]

• Yang Jin (楊晉 ca. (1644-1728) was a Chinese painter

Deaths[]

• Chongzhen Emperor, committed suicide