Witnessing the brutality of warlords during the Five Dynasties, the Emperor sought to civilize his generals th…
Witnessing the brutality of warlords during the Five Dynasties, the Emperor sought to civilize his generals through the classics, broadening their vision and grounding them in the art of governance. Yet, having spent lifetimes in the ranks, these men preferred the measure of fists and martial merit. Thus, the decree faced formidable waves of resistance.