The Collection
historical
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Grand Empress Dowager Shangguan
Early Life and Ascension to Empress Grand Empress Dowager Shangguan, born in 88 BC, ascended to prominence during the Han dynasty. She…
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Emperor Zhao of Han
Early Life of Emperor Zhao of Han Emperor Zhao of Han, originally named Liu Fuling, was born in 94 BC. He was…
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Emperor Wu of Han
Emperor Wu of Han: A Pivotal Figure in Chinese History Emperor Wu of Han, born Liu Che on March 29, 156 BC,…
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Qin Shi Huang
Early Life and Rise to Power Qin Shi Huang was born in February 259 BC in Handan, the capital of Zhao. His…
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King Ling of Zhou
Reign and Family of King Ling of Zhou King Ling of Zhou, born Ji Xiexin, was the twenty-third king of the Zhou…
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Chinese Pyramids: Complete Guide to the Imperial Tombs
Over 40 pyramid mounds stand across China — explore the imperial Bronze Age tombs at Xi’an, the Qin Emperor’s mausoleum, and the…