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Chinese mythology, folktales, and literature

Yongzheng Emperor

  • The Warrior Scholar: The Rise of Champion Ha Panlong [Qing]

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    Juan

    Brief: This article tells the story of Ha Panlong, a top martial scholar under the Qianlong Emperor. He won the imperial military exam with outstanding archery and strength. Sent to suppress the Jinchuan rebellion, he was framed by incompetent generals. Qianlong later uncovered the truth, punished the generals, and Ha achieved distinction as a…

  • The Scroll of Righteousness: Yongzheng’s Defense of the Throne [Qing]

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    Juan

    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.