Historical Events tagged with "yang"
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Chiang Kai-shek Captured During Xi'an Incident
In December, a coup unfolded in Xi'an as Chinese Nationalist leader Chiang Kai-shek was captured by his own officers, Zhang Xueliang and Yang Hucheng. This pivotal act was fueled by the desire to shift focus from internal conflicts against the Communist Party to a united front against Japanese aggression. The startling capture occurred in Xi'an, where tensions had escalated, showcasing the friction within the Nationalist Party regarding strategy against external threats. This tense situation ultimately led to negotiations that would impact China's war efforts.
Continue ReadingLi Bian Usurps Throne, Establishes Southern Tang
Li Bian, who later took the name Xu Zhigao, seized the throne from Emperor Yang Pu of the Wu State, marking the beginning of the Southern Tang dynasty. This power grab not only demonstrated the fragmentation of authority in the region but also set the stage for the rise of a new dynasty amid the chaos of the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period.
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