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Introduction: This article narrates the rise of the Yuan Dynasty. After the Mongols broke their promise to the Song, Kublai Khan embraced Han governance to rule Central Plains. He won the Mongol succession war, founded the Yuan in 1271, built Dadu (Beijing) as capital, and prepared to conquer the Southern Song.
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Introduction: This article traces Yue Fei’s rise during the Southern Song’s resistance against the Jin. After the Jin’s southern invasion, Yue Fei won a key victory at Jiankang, stopped the Jin from deep penetration into Jiangnan, and built the elite Yue Family Army. He reclaimed Xiangyang and became a symbol of loyal resistance, though…