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E1: China's 5000 years in 20 stories

The video discusses the history of China over the past five thousand years, focusing on famous stories that Chinese children grow up reading. It highlights the tales of Yan Di, the emperor, and Yan Huang, as well as their contributions to the development and unity of different tribes into a single prosperous nation.

Published on 2025-11-08 · Used with permission

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