 Chen Shubao

Chen Shubao (, 553–604), also known as Houzhu of Chen (), posthumous name Duke Yáng of Chángchéng (), courtesy name ), nickname , was the last emperor of Chen China, which was conquered by Sui China.At the time of his ascension, Chen was already facing military pressure by the Sui on multiple fronts, and, according to traditional historians, Chen Shubao was an incompetent ruler who was more interested in literature and women than in the affairs of the state.