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Bubonic Plague In China

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Bubonic Plague finally slowed down within China many long-term changes were made. With the Mongols seeming to lose power within China, it allowed a new dynasty to emerge. The Ming dynasty took control of the country and led the people into an era of change. “Under the guise of “community” gatherings, rites and sacrifices solidified the Ming order by portraying the rulers as the moral and spiritual benefactors.”1 This is a political move in getting the people of China to back the new governmental changes happening in the country. The rulers were no longer untouchable beings who had obtained the Mandate of Heaven. By implementing old practices, mostly religious, to gain the favor of the people. Gaining favor of the people the Ming proved they

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