Emperor Ling, having not altered his wasteful …
Years: 188 - 188
Emperor Ling, having not altered his wasteful and corrupt ways despite the conflict, continues to levy heavy taxes and continues to sell offices.
As a result, the agrarian and other military rebellions multiply.
In 188, under the suggestions of Liu Yan, Governor of Yi Province, Emperor Ling greatly increases the political and military power of the provincial governors and selects key officials to serve in these posts.
Locations
People
Groups
- Taoism
- Chinese (Han) people
- Chinese Empire, Tung (Eastern) Han Dynasty
- Way of the Five Pecks of Rice
Topics
- Han dynasty China
- Five Pecks of Rice
- Yellow Turban Rebellion
- Liang Province Rebellion
- Three Kingdoms Period in China
