Empress Dowager Cixi
Qing Dynasty Empress and de facto ruler
Born
Died
1908
118 years ago — 73 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
China
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Born in 1835, rose to power as a concubine of Emperor Xianfeng. After his death, assumed the role of regent for her young son, the Tongzhi Emperor. Governed during a time of significant reform and modernization in China. Faced challenges including military uprisings, foreign invasions, and the Boxer Rebellion. Managed to retain power until her death in 1908, deeply influencing the Qing Dynasty's policies and direction.
Acted as regent and de facto ruler of China
Oversaw the Self-Strengthening Movement
Managed the response to the Boxer Rebellion
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