W. H. Hsu

W. H. Hsu was a Chinese-American historian and scholar known for his work on Chinese history and culture. He emphasized understanding history through primary sources and rigorous analysis, challenging myths and traditional narratives. Hsu promoted the idea that history should be studied critically and contextually, respecting evidence over romanticized stories. His work contributed to modern Chinese historiography by encouraging scholars to approach China's past with an academic, evidence-based perspective, fostering a deeper, more nuanced understanding of China’s historical development.