China: imperial collapse

Dr. Sun Yat-sen, a pivotal figure in China’s transition from imperial rule to a republic, shares riveting insights into the tumultuous early 20th century. He discusses the fragmentation of China in 1923, marked by warlord struggles and foreign influence. The conversation highlights the stark social divides between foreign traders and ordinary citizens, and reflects on the challenges he faced amidst chaos and intervention. Sun's revolutionary aspirations and his complex legacy reveal the profound impact he had on shaping modern China.