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Origins of the Boxer Rebellion
This chapter delves into the origins of the Boxer movement in Shandong province, exploring the martial arts traditions and economic hardships that fueled the uprising. It discusses the role of German missionaries and the division they created within local communities. The narrative unfolds the early stages of the rebellion and how it transitioned from challenging local powers to gaining support against Western imperialism.