Empress Ma, the wife and wartime comrade of Zhu Yuanzhang, played a pivotal role during times of conflict …
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LeadershipFeatured
Wisdom in Leadership: The Strategies of Zeng Guofan
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisZeng Guofan came from a farmer’s family, yet he was able to achieve the ranks of nobility and …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Empress Jiang: A Paragon of Virtue and Wisdom in Ancient China
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisIn the annals of Chinese history, the mention of wise and influential empresses invariably brings us to Empress …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Lifesaving Compassion: Lady Yan’s Kindness in Crisis and Its Role in Her Son’s Rise
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisIn a time where strict adherence to protocol was the norm in the Qing Dynasty, Lady Yan, the …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Emperor Tang Taizong: A Legacy of Seeking Talent in Ancient China
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisEmperor Tang Taizong, renowned for establishing one of the most formidable empires in history, owes much of his …
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George Washington, renowned as the first President of the United States, had his beginnings in a prosperous plantation …
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The ancient Chinese placed great emphasis on self-cultivation and moral development, believing that tolerance was a form of …
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HistoryFeatured
The Unlikely Legacy: How the Smithsonian Institution Was Founded
by Max Luby Max LuThis is the fascinating story of the founding of the Smithsonian Institution. In 1756, a woman of royal …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
The Inspirational Story of Kou Zhun’s Mother: A Lesson in Moral Education
by Max Luby Max LuChina, with its 5,000-year-old civilization, has always been recognized for the importance it places on familial education. Ancient …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Song Dynasty Love Story: The Tale of Liu Tingyi
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisIn the annals of Chinese history, some names shine brighter than others. Su Dongpo, also known as Su …