219. Who Was the Most Powerful Woman in History? (English Vocabulary Lesson)
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The Empress Wu Zetien
Empress Wu Zetien ruled from 690-705 AD during the Tang dynasty. She is remembered as a powerful and capable leader, who defied gender norms. During her reign, China became a major military and economic power. Her policies helped to stabilize the country after years of unrest. The most famous stories about Wu involve her alleged murder of her own infant daughter.
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