The Tang dynasty was one of imperial China’s golden ages. While An Lushan’s rebellion had often been attributed for the empire’s decline, not many have discussed the actual fall of the empire. So in this video, we are covering the actual disintegration of the empire and how the 5 dynasties and 10 kingdoms period started.

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0:00 Introduction
0:55 Effects of An Lushan's Rebellion
1:58 Jiedushi's Rise In Power
2:49 Eunuchs Gain Power
4:50 Huang Chao's Rebellion
8:40 Future 5 Dynasties Emperors
9:45 Warlordism

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