Wang Ao (Chinese: 王翱; 1384–1467) was a Chinese politician of the Ming dynasty. He served as the 1st Viceroy of Liangguang in southern China.

Wang Ao
A Ming dynasty illustration of Wang Ao in the Sancai Tuhui.
Viceroy of Liangguang
In office
1452–1453
Succeeded byHan Yong
Minister of Personnel
In office
1453–1467
Preceded byHe Wenyuan
Succeeded byLi Ping
Personal details
Born(1384-03-04)4 March 1384
Hebei, Ming China
Died2 December 1467(1467-12-02) (aged 83)
Political offices
Preceded by
New creation
Viceroy of Liangguang
1452–1453
Succeeded by
Preceded by
He Wenyuan
Minister of Personnel
1453–1467
Succeeded by
Li Ping
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