Second Xiang Army

The Second Xiang Army was a military force formed in late 19th-century China, primarily composed of local militia and trained soldiers under the leadership of Zuo Zongtang (Tao Shu-Huai). It played a significant role during the suppression of the Taiping Rebellion and later helped modernize Chinese military tactics and organization. The army's success contributed to stabilizing the Qing Dynasty's rule in certain regions and influenced China's military reforms during that period. Overall, it was an important regional force that combined traditional and modern military practices to serve Qing interests.