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An Analysis of the Yan Xing L WANG Zheng-Yao 1997, 0(3): 1-8.  Abstract ( )   PDF (2957KB) ( )   Based on eight representative works of the Yan Xing Lu, the author systematically evaluates the significance and value of the Yan Xing Lu as a source for politics, biography folk drama and culture in the Qing dynasty. According to the author, the Yan Xing Lu was distinguished by its clarity and comprehensiveness making it an important historical resource which was unmatched by any other foreign language historical sources concerning China Related Articles | Metrics

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The Battle of Saerhu and the Dispatch of Korean Troops BAI Xin-Liang 1997, 0(3): 9-15.  Abstract ( )   PDF (2790KB) ( )   After the battle of Fushun, the Ming government planer to launch a massive attack on the Jin government employing troops drafted in Korea. At the same time ,fearing an attack on two fronts, the Jin government pressured Korea not to join in the attack. This placed the Korean government in a very difficult position. In order to safeguard the national interest, the Korea was forced to enter the war, but at the same time the Korean government envoys secretly contacted the Jin government and reached a mutual understanding. This incident not only played an important role in the development of the political relationship between the Jin and the Korea, it also was an important historical stage in the development of Chinese –Korean relations. Related Articles | Metrics

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An Analysis of Qing Taizong’s Succession to the Throne,the Burial Alive of the Grand Imperial Concubine,and Other Related Matters DU Jia-Ji 1997, 0(3): 16-25.  Abstract ( )   PDF (3125KB) ( )   Before Qing Taizu’s death, he had not designated Dorgon crown prince. It was because Huang Taiji enjoyed great popularity and possessed outstanding political skills that he succeeded in inheriting the throne at the meeting convened to elect the new Khan. Similarly, the princes and dukes did not force the Grand Imperial Concubine, who was Dorgon’s mother, to be buried alive along with the deceased emperor, rather this was done in accordance with the will of Qing Taizu. After assuming power Huang Taiji had good relations with Dorgon. Dorgon’s ruthless attacks on the Huang Taiji’s son, Hao Ge, during Dorgon’s own regency represented a struggle for power around the throne and was not due to any long-standing feud between Dorgon and Huang Taiji. Related Articles | Metrics

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The Secret History of the Qing Court as Revealed in the‘Huo Ji Dang’ YANG Qi-Qiao 1997, 0(3): 26-35.  Abstract ( )   PDF (2934KB) ( )   The “Huo Ji Dang” contains the original records of all work undertaken by the Construction Office of the Yang Xin Dian, which exclusively served the imperial family in the Qing Court. Drawing on these long-overlooked, precious historical materials, the author reconstructs the activities of the Qianlong and Yongzheng enperors and analyzes their temperaments , their interests, and conduct. Related Articles | Metrics

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The Port of Zhapu,Zhejiang Province in the Qing Dynasty XU Ming-De 1997, 0(3): 36-48.  Abstract ( )   PDF (3433KB) ( )   Zhaou was an important barbor in Zhejiang Province during the Qing Dynasty. This article examines the role of Zhapu in coastal defence, shipping, and foreign trade. The article also discusses the formation and activities of social organizations such as guild halls(huiguan), brokerages, and other organizations, and the commercial situation in Zhapu. Related Articles | Metrics

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Tian Hou Temple in the Qing Dynasty and the Merchant Gaildhalls CHEN Shang-Sheng 1997, 0(3): 49-60.  Abstract ( )   PDF (2994KB) ( )   Based on local gazetteers and inscriptions on steles, the author surveyed Tian Hou(legendary sea goddess) Temples which were built by the merchant guildhalls in the Qing Dynasty. The temples were widely dispersed over coastal ports, cities and towns in the south, inland, and even overseas. Besides religious belief, merchant guildhalls built Tian Hou Temples to use mazu beliefs to foster cooperation and solidarity among merchants from the same prefecture or profession. Tian Hou Temples were combined with the merchant guildhalls. The temple fairs not only improved relations between merchants of the fuildhalls and inhabitants of the community, but also advanced trade and cultural exchanges in all parts of Qing China. Moreover, by contrasting Qing government and merchant guildhalls constructiong of Tian Hou Temples, the paper shows that businessmen were an important force that promoted the developed and spread of folk belief and folk culture in the Qing Dynasty. Related Articles | Metrics