The prosperity and splendor of the Celestial Empire. Qing

Author: Editorial Committee of This Book
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Publishing Time: 2006-01-01
Features: The White Mountains and Black Waters nurtured the boldness and bravery of the Jurchen people. A generation of warlord Nurhaci, driven by family grievances, rose in rebellion. Sixty years later, his cavalry swept into the passes and established the capital in Yanjing, with the prestige of the Eight Banners spreading across the north and south. He established a regime while preserving the ethnic character. Suppressing rebellions, marching west, reclaiming Taiwan, and resisting the Russian Empire, his achievements benefited later generations. The city flourished, the treasury was full, culture thrived, and a century of prosperity was forged. This last dynasty shone with magnificent brilliance.