History of the Du Clan

Author: Yang Dongchen
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Publish Date: 2001-12-01
Features: Surnames are the dawn of civilization, the mark of kinship, the bond of marriage, the beginning of clans, and the foundation of nations. The earliest ethnic group to adopt surnames was the Chinese nation. The common ancestors of the Chinese nation are the Yellow Emperor and the Flame Emperor. The descendants of the Flame Emperor have branched out into over 12,000 surnames. They have spread across regions and borders, even integrating into other ethnic groups to form new nations. The Chinese nation has made significant contributions to the development of human civilization and is one of the oldest and most outstanding ethnic groups in the world. This book vividly and comprehensively introduces the history of the Du surname from ancient to modern times. The content covers the root-seeking, origins, distribution, notable events, culture, famous figures, and scenic spots of the Du surname. Over the two thousand years since the Du surname came into being, many events of rise and fall have been passed down through the ages, and numerous admirable famous figures have emerged, making the Du surname one of the most influential major surnames in Chinese history.