Research on the Kharlun of the Northern Frontier in the Qing Dynasty

Author: Baoyin Chaokefu
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Publish Date: 2005-05-01
Features: Kalan is a unique defensive and administrative facility specific to the Qing Dynasty. It played an indispensable role in social security, production, resource management, border defense construction, and territorial formation during the Qing period. Building upon previous research, this book first analyzes the etymology and meaning of the term "Kalan," and conducts a comprehensive, detailed, and in-depth investigation into the establishment time of Kalan and the distribution and setup of northern frontier Kalan in Qing China (including Northeast and Northwest regions). Secondly, based on a wealth of primary historical materials, it thoroughly examines the various functions of Qing Dynasty Kalan. Thirdly, it explores the formation process of the Qing Dynasty Kalan management system from multiple perspectives, including related facilities, the Qing government's supervision of Kalan, the selection and livelihood of Kalan guards, and the practice of guarding posts. Finally, by examining the role and significance of Kalan in Qing Dynasty border defense, it analyzes the intrinsic connection and interactive relationship between the formation of Qing Dynasty territory and Kalan.