Ashina Duoxifu


Ashina Duoxifu — was a younger brother of Elteriš Qaγan and Qapγan Qaγan in Turkic Empire.

Life

He took part in war against Toquz Oγuz with Elteriš between 682 - 687 near Tuul River. Then he was made governor of eastern wing. He was appointed to this position by Elteriš Qaγan in 687 and was reconfirmed by Qapγan Qaγan in 699. His was mainly active in Ongi steppe.

Family

He had several issues:
He was killed by Kol Tegin as a part of coup against Inäl Qaγan in 716. He was succeeded by his son Bilgä Išbara Tamγan Tarqan as he submitted to Bilgä Qaγan. His son ordered Ongi Inscription to be erected in his honour.