Foundations of Eastern Civilization Season 1 Episode 37 The Rise of the Ming
- TV-PG
- October 25, 2013
- 28 min
In the wake of Mongol destruction, China's Ming dynasty emerged as a deeply conservative society dedicated to maintaining stability and tradition. These were peaceful - yet economically stagnant - years marked by problems such as piracy, an inept and disinterested government, famines, and rebellions.