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Yangdi
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Length:
55 minutes
Released:
Sep 19, 2018
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Yangdi was the last emperor of the short-lived Sui dynasty. He was responsible for many great things like strengthening the northern border by rebuilding the Great Wall and building the Grand Canal. But he also had a violent streak which he used to seize power by killing both his older brother and his father.
Released:
Sep 19, 2018
Format:
Podcast episode
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