Qing Dynasty (1644-1911AD)
In 1644, after the closure of Li Zicheng's rebellion, the Manchus took over Beijing for their own dynasty which was known as the Qing.
Political OrganizationIn order to win the hearts and minds of the formerly Ming civilians, the Qing emperors were forced to operate according to Ming tradition, as well as assign Ming officials to government positions. However, a majority of the higher government was operated by Manchus to ensure security.
Emperor Kangxi, the first Manchu emperor of China. Click to enlarge. |
Restrictions to Chinese
The End of DynasticismAs the years passed, increasing struggles such as the Opium Wars and constant northern invasions caused problems. The emperors were becoming younger due to the untimely deaths of many of the former emperors. The last emperor was only two when he took the throne.
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In 1911, the Xinhai revolution marked the permanent end of imperialism in China. All imperial forces were disabled and/or executed and a republic was established under Sun Yat-sen. This new Republic of China was to be the new era for China, although it was eventually turned into communism later. Still, the long age of imperialism was ended, and the dawn of a new country was beginning.
Sun Yat-sen, the provisional leader of the Republic of China in 1911. Click to enlarge.
Sun Yat-sen, the provisional leader of the Republic of China in 1911. Click to enlarge.