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A Child Emperor, a Steadfast Guardian Though only eight years old when he ascended the throne in 87 BCE, Emperor Zhao of Han proved remarkably wise. Under the regency of Huo Guang – half-brother of the legendary general Huo Qubing and a trusted regent (minister entrusted with the orphaned heir) – the young emperor…
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In the chaotic aftermath of Dong Zhuo’s seizure of the Han capital in 190 AD, the anti-Dong Zhuo coalition, led nominally by Yuan Shao, struggled to maintain unity.