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2 matching events · 1 published research item · December 13, 1937 → June 1, 502

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December 13, 1937 Wars & Conflicts

Nanjing Massacre Historical Overview

The Nanjing Massacre, also known as the Rape of Nanjing, occurred during the Second Sino-Japanese War after Japanese forces captured the city of Nanjing, then the capital of China, on Dec...

1937 asia atrocities china civiliandeaths conflict

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June 1, 502 Politics

Foundation of the Liang Dynasty

Jiankang · Jiangsu · China

The Liang dynasty was established when Emperor Wu ascended to the throne, marking a significant shift in Southern Chinese ruling power. The dynasty emerged from the collapse of the Southe...

ancient capitals buddhism china confucianism cultural achievements dynasty

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Published Research World Wars: Power, Conflict & Consequence

Full-Scale Sino-Japanese War Begins

7 July 1937 — Fighting near the Marco Polo Bridge escalates into a major war between Japan and China. Japanese forces capture major cities including Shanghai and Nanjing, but China does n...

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