Yuan Shikai, President (1912-1916) and Emperor (1915-1916) (Empire of China) : All Data

Yuan Shikai was a prominent Chinese statesman who served as the President of the Republic of China from 1912 to 1916 and briefly declared himself Emperor in 1915. He ruled over the Empire of China during his tenure. Although his reign as Emperor was short-lived, lasting only from 1915 to 1916, Yuan Shikai's presidency was marked by significant events such as the Xinhai Revolution (1911-1912) and the Chinese Civil War (1912-1916). These conflicts were consistent with the calculated timespan of his rule and had a profound impact on the political landscape of China during his time in power.