Boxer Rising Flashcards
1
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who led the Boxer Rising?
A
Chinese nationalists known as the Boxers
2
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what was the Boxer Rising?
A
A rebellion against foreign influence in China, targeting Western missionaries, diplomats, and Chinese Christians
3
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where did the Boxer Rising occur?
A
Throughout China, primarily Beijing and Tianjin
4
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when did the Boxer Rising happen?
A
1899-1900
5
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How did the Boxer Rising occur?
A
The Boxers besieged the foreign legations in Beijing, leading to an international military intervention. The uprising was brutally suppressed, marking a turning point in China’s relations with the West.
