During the reign of Emperor Shizong of the Ming Dynasty, Hai Rui, the magistrate of Chun’an County in …
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The Case of the Borrowed Blade: A Clever Resolution to a Tang Dynasty Murder Mystery
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisIn the Tang Dynasty, during the reign known as Zhenguan (627-649), a man named Zhang Ti opened an …
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The Downfall of Heshen, One of the Most Corrupt Chinese Officials to Ever Live (Part 2)
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisAfter rising to the pinnacle of power under Emperor Qianlong, the notoriously corrupt official Heshen ultimately faced his …
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The Downfall of Heshen, One of the Most Corrupt Chinese Officials to Ever Live (Part 1)
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisThe tale of Heshen, remembered for being one of the richest men in history as well as one …
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Empress Ma, the wife and wartime comrade of Zhu Yuanzhang, played a pivotal role during times of conflict …
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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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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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During the time of the Ming Dynasty, there lived many well-known physicians who had exceptional medical abilities. In …