Finally getting into the modern history part of your podcasts. Looks like it's going to be a real Game of Thrones. On a recent Patreon question session you mentioned that legalism forms the basis of law in China today. Something I'd concur with although I think core Confusist values still give the green light for the top down hierarchical approach. Interestingly, I have a theory that Confucius values in fact do not lead to stability. They exert a stifling pressure that leads to many flare ups. Hence the numerous extended periods of chaos in China. Be a good PHD thesis and maybe the answer would be negative or at least inconclusive. But in China there are on many 'taken for granted truths' that I believe are questionable. The Warlord period demonstrated clearly that national unity was not a priority once the central power structure caved in. The same could easily happen again. Hence the desire for strict controls by the CCP. All very understandable. But as with all human activities there are mis-calculations. Only history will tell if the more insular and less open approach we see now will backfire. Impossible to tell. China is so full of contradictions. Here cycling and staying in Qiubei- Yunnans Guilin - just yesterday both sides are visible. The most efficient hospital visit I've ever experienced, to guards making up their own rules at the 5 star national park entry, and a hotel closed due to illegal construction work next door which the police refuse to look into. All I know is China requires more law that can be accountable. At least they can work towards that in areas outside the political sphere. Which when it comes to law is most of the law.
I'm glad they did. I hope you like this ten-part series. I left out a ton of information but I think you'll get the main idea. Check out some of the other stuff. Over 150 hours of free content.
I'm glad they did. I hope you like this ten-part series. I left out a ton of information but I think you'll get the main idea. Check out some of the other stuff. Over 150 hours of free content.
That’s what I’ve been saying! I myself don’t play video games but my kids do and I TOTALLY see the potential of turning this whole era into a vid game.
Another interesting and enjoyable episode in the Warlord series. The timing of its release, intended or not, is noteworthy. Scores a 7 on a scale of 1 to 10 (Oct).
My thanks for taking the time to listen. Part 3 will look at Duan Qirui, Feng Guozhang, Wang Zhanyuan, Cao Kun and Wu Peifu. And Yuan Shikai's ghost is always hovering. So much to go and we are only just getting started. Zhang Zuolin won't even appear until Part 5. Thanks as always Mr. Lee.
@@ChinaHistoryPodcast Looks like we'll be having Zhang Zuolin for Thanksgiving. Whether you serve him up as a turkey or otherwise, I bet it'll be as interesting and enjoyable as the preceding episodes. Keep the joss burning ! Always looking forward to the next podcast.
It is said that the Qing only accepted peace with Japan in the first sino japanese war because the empress dowager didnt want to see her summer palace burnt a second time. Which, being near beijing, was going to happen even if China defeated Japan. I believe this is true because only 37,000 chinese soldiers had died by the time the truce was signed. Piecemeal compared to the 3 million dead during the Taiping rebellion. China was already considered a “great power” by the 1890s before the Sino-Japanese war started. After China lost, or after the Qing decided China should lose, the westerners began to view China as a barbaric and primitive land akin to the Aztecs and Incas. I just find the whole business of destroying your country and your dynasty to save a summer retreat palace to be fascinating.
Finally getting into the modern history part of your podcasts. Looks like it's going to be a real Game of Thrones. On a recent Patreon question session you mentioned that legalism forms the basis of law in China today. Something I'd concur with although I think core Confusist values still give the green light for the top down hierarchical approach. Interestingly, I have a theory that Confucius values in fact do not lead to stability. They exert a stifling pressure that leads to many flare ups. Hence the numerous extended periods of chaos in China. Be a good PHD thesis and maybe the answer would be negative or at least inconclusive. But in China there are on many 'taken for granted truths' that I believe are questionable. The Warlord period demonstrated clearly that national unity was not a priority once the central power structure caved in. The same could easily happen again. Hence the desire for strict controls by the CCP. All very understandable. But as with all human activities there are mis-calculations. Only history will tell if the more insular and less open approach we see now will backfire. Impossible to tell. China is so full of contradictions. Here cycling and staying in Qiubei- Yunnans Guilin - just yesterday both sides are visible. The most efficient hospital visit I've ever experienced, to guards making up their own rules at the 5 star national park entry, and a hotel closed due to illegal construction work next door which the police refuse to look into. All I know is China requires more law that can be accountable. At least they can work towards that in areas outside the political sphere. Which when it comes to law is most of the law.
This is great stuff! I am currently going over the history of this era and this very podcast is very informative. Thanks a lot Lazslo
Thanks James. I appreciate your comments and for taking the time to listen.
Kaiserreich mod brought me here, but this is interesting. I love this series
I'm glad they did. I hope you like this ten-part series. I left out a ton of information but I think you'll get the main idea. Check out some of the other stuff. Over 150 hours of free content.
I'm glad they did. I hope you like this ten-part series. I left out a ton of information but I think you'll get the main idea. Check out some of the other stuff. Over 150 hours of free content.
Thanks for another great episode
You should do a series like this on the romance of the three kingdoms
Have you ever checked out Mr. John Zhu's Three Kingdoms Podcast.....EXCELLENT! Get it here: ruclips.net/user/3kingdomspodcastvideos
Your history podcasts are so good!!
Could you imagine if they made a video game about the Warlord Era. That would be insane.
That’s what I’ve been saying! I myself don’t play video games but my kids do and I TOTALLY see the potential of turning this whole era into a vid game.
Another interesting and enjoyable episode in the Warlord series. The timing of its release, intended or not, is noteworthy. Scores a 7 on a scale of 1 to 10 (Oct).
My thanks for taking the time to listen. Part 3 will look at Duan Qirui, Feng Guozhang, Wang Zhanyuan, Cao Kun and Wu Peifu. And Yuan Shikai's ghost is always hovering. So much to go and we are only just getting started. Zhang Zuolin won't even appear until Part 5. Thanks as always Mr. Lee.
@@ChinaHistoryPodcast Looks like we'll be having Zhang Zuolin for Thanksgiving. Whether you serve him up as a turkey or otherwise, I bet it'll be as interesting and enjoyable as the preceding episodes. Keep the joss burning ! Always looking forward to the next podcast.
It is said that the Qing only accepted peace with Japan in the first sino japanese war because the empress dowager didnt want to see her summer palace burnt a second time. Which, being near beijing, was going to happen even if China defeated Japan.
I believe this is true because only 37,000 chinese soldiers had died by the time the truce was signed. Piecemeal compared to the 3 million dead during the Taiping rebellion. China was already considered a “great power” by the 1890s before the Sino-Japanese war started. After China lost, or after the Qing decided China should lose, the westerners began to view China as a barbaric and primitive land akin to the Aztecs and Incas.
I just find the whole business of destroying your country and your dynasty to save a summer retreat palace to be fascinating.
What is the cause of Yuan's sudden death?
Uremia was the cause of death...only lived to 56.
Can you give one off donations on the patreon?
I don't think so. But you can pledge any amount and then cancel after the donation. Then they won't ding you for the monthly charge.
Do you have Taobao denote account that can receive rmb，I learned alot from you，I want to donate.
Sorry Mr. Shen. I'm not sure how to do that. Please pass the word about the show around 贵国. Thank you for listening.