The Yunnan society in the late Qing Dynasty and early Republic of China

Author: Yunnan Provincial Archives Press
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Publishing Date: 2005-01-01
Features: "Society of Yunnan in the Late Qing and Early Republic" is a part of the Patriotism Education Series. After the Sino-French War, Yunnan entered a semi-feudal and semi-colonial society. Following the French colonialists' acquisition of the Yunnan-Vietnam Railway through coercion, the construction and operation of the railway brought profound and significant changes to Yunnan's economy, society, culture, and more. While the colonizers' bloody exploitation took place, Yunnan's local region objectively presented a diversified opening-up to the outside world. A large number of students were sent overseas, and the introduction of Western technology all helped Yunnan establish an image of a "progressive" province that did not fall behind. Economically, Yunnan had the most hydropower stations in the country, and the widespread cultivation of cash crops had a far-reaching impact. Politically, since the Xinhai Revolution, Yunnan has always been at the forefront of every revolutionary wave. Yunnan, as the birthplace of the, led the trend and gained nationwide acclaim. This book is based on a wealth of little-known archival materials and photographs, capturing glimpses of Yunnan's history and reflecting various aspects of life in Yunnan. It aims to help more people understand and appreciate Yunnan, fostering love for our homeland.