When people think of virtuous empresses in Chinese history, names like Empress Zhangsun of the Tang Dynasty and …
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The 4 Greatest Emperors in Chinese History: Reformers Who Cared for the People
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisThroughout thousands of years of Chinese history, certain emperors stood out not only for their political acumen and …
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Huo Qubing: The Young General Who Crushed the Xiongnu and Opened the Silk Road
During the reign of Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty, China transformed into a vast and powerful empire. …
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After his defeat at the Battle of Red Cliffs, Cao Cao spent years rebuilding his forces and restoring …
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The Wise and Virtuous Consort: How Ban Jieyu Remained Steadfast Through Fortune and Adversity
by Hermann Rohrby Hermann RohrBan Jieyu (48 B.C.-A.D. 2) was born into a distinguished family in Loufan (present-day Shuocheng, Shanxi). Her father, …
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In the annals of ancient China, some noted individuals stand out for their quiet strength and virtue — …
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Wei Ba: A Han Dynasty Leader Who Won Hearts Through Empathy
by Emma Luby Emma LuWei Ba was born in Juyang, a small town in the district of Jiyin, during the flourishing years …
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A Scholar’s Celestial Warnings and the Emperor’s Missed Opportunity
by Audrey Wangby Audrey WangLang Yi, courtesy name Yaguang, hailed from Anqiu in the Beihai region. His father, Lang Zong, courtesy name …
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During the Han Dynasty, the Western Regions became part of the empire under Emperor Wu of Han, establishing …
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During the Yongping era of Emperor Ming of the Eastern Han Dynasty, officials from the Three Ducal Ministers’ …