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In Our Time: History

Empress Dowager Cixi

Jun 20, 2024
50:02
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Explore the life of Empress Dowager Cixi, a powerful figure in the Chinese court who ruled for almost fifty years. Delve into her strategic political maneuvers, challenges faced as a female leader, and her role in navigating China's modernization amidst Western pressures and internal turmoil. Discuss the self-strengthening movement, the Sino-Japanese War, Boxer Rebellion, and the lasting impact of her rule on China's history.
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  • Empress Dowager Cixi balanced power and ambition to navigate turbulent times in Chinese history.
  • Western imperialism challenged Qing Dynasty's stability, prompting shifts in China's worldview.

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Empress Dowager Cixi's Influence on Chinese History

Empress Dowager Cixi, a key figure in Chinese history, ruled during a period of rapid change and external threats to China's sovereignty. The podcast explores her role in the face of Western imperialism and internal struggles within the Qing Dynasty.

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