Wu Qi (440-381 B.C.) was a prominent military commander, strategist, and political reformer during China’s early Warring States …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Li Mu: The Great General Who Defeated the Xiongnu, but Fell to Slander
by Mikel DavisDuring the Warring States period, the Xiongnu — a powerful nomadic confederation north of the State of Zhao …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
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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Mind & SpiritFeatured
The Formative Years of Yue Fei: A Legacy of Loyalty and Valor
by Max LubyMax LuIn A.D. 1103, during the late Northern Song Dynasty, one of China’s most renowned generals, Yue Fei, was …
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Ma Yuan was one of the most renowned generals who helped Emperor Guangwu of the Eastern Han Dynasty …
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After Liu Xuan established his capital in Luoyang, he needed a capable and trustworthy official to stabilize the …
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LeadershipFeatured
Cao Cao: The Strategic Value of Kindness and Forgiveness in Leadership
by Mikel DavisIn an era where leadership is often equated with ruthlessness and unyielding ambition, the story of Cao Cao, …
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WisdomEditor's Pick
The Wisdom of Tolerance: How Restraint in Life Can Change Destinies
by Mikel DavisIn life, the ability to exercise patience and tolerance can often determine the outcome of crucial situations. This …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Why General Guo Ziyi Was Revered Across Four Reigns in the Tang Dynasty
by Mikel DavisThroughout history, many powerful ministers and military leaders have met tragic ends because their influence made them targets …
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Zhang Zuolin and Feng Yuxiang were influential warlords in early 20th-century China during the Warlord Era. This period, …