Empress Dowager Cixi

Empress Dowager Cixi was a powerful Chinese ruler who effectively controlled the Qing Dynasty from the late 19th century into the early 20th century. After her son became emperor, she acted as regent, shaping policies and decisions during a tumultuous period marked by foreign invasions and internal strife. Cixi was known for her controversial reforms, balancing modernization efforts with traditional values. Despite facing criticism for her resistance to change, she played a significant role in China’s political landscape until her death in 1908, leaving a complex legacy of strength, influence, and challenge in a changing world.