Chinese Rulers
Li Si
Architect of Empire
Li Si was a Chinese chancellor active in the 3rd c. BC during the Warring States period from the state of Qin. Was executed.
Historical Note
Architect of the Qin unification — standardized writing, weights, and law. After Qin Shi Huang's death he conspired with the eunuch Zhao Gao, then was outwitted, tortured, and executed by the same.