Intro to Premodern Chinese Literature
The Self-Strengthening Movement was a reform initiative in China during the late 19th century aimed at modernizing the country's military and industrial capabilities in response to foreign pressures and internal strife. It focused on adopting Western technologies and methods while maintaining Confucian values, representing a blend of tradition and modernity in the face of challenges posed by Western imperialism.
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