Chinese mythology, folktales, and literature
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Brief: This article explains how the Yongzheng Emperor secured the throne after Kangxi’s death. He subdued rival brothers, defended his legitimacy in the Dayi Juemi Lu, and launched key reforms: merging poll and land taxes, replacing tribal chiefs, and ending hereditary servitude. He also created the secret succession system to avoid future crises.
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Brief: This article tells the succession crisis under Emperor Kangxi. He first made his second son Yinreng crown prince, but later deposed him for arrogance. The Eighth Prince Yinsi won wide support but lost favor due to political suspicion. The Fourteenth Prince Yinti gained prestige as a general. In the end, the throne remained…