Lions Led By Donkeys Podcast
Episode 258 - The Taiping Rebellion Part 3: The Chicken King
Apr 30, 2023
The podcast discusses the brutal tactics used in the Taiping Rebellion, power struggles among rebel leaders, challenges in pronouncing Chinese names, immaculate conception beliefs, struggles of an opium-addicted official, and chaotic power dynamics within the rebellion. Foreign interactions, involvement of Western traders, and the appointment of foreign commanders are also highlighted.
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- Imperial forces' use of strategic diversion caused a catastrophic tidal wave on rebel forces showcasing creativity.
- Internal power struggles and opium-induced decisions led to chaos within Taiping Rebellion leadership.
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Strategic Diversion of the Grand Canal
The Imperial forces strategically diverted the Grand Canal towards the Taiping rebels' camp, resulting in a catastrophic tidal wave that swept away the rebel forces and surrounding villages. This tactical move showcased the Imperial forces' ability to counter the rebels' advances through creative and devastating means, leading to significant losses on the rebel's side.
