"Our soldiers and people form one family. United, we may count on victory."Zhang Zhidong
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Zhang Zhidong Quotes
Chinese - Politician|September 4, 1837 - October 5, 1909
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Zhang Zhidong Quotes
Read Zhang Zhidong quotes on education, unity and Chinese tradition from the Qing dynasty reformer and statesman (1837–1909).
"Without numerous schools offering hands-on opportunities, no commander will be cultivated."Zhang Zhidong
"In the schools of the Western countries, there is always the subject 'Religion.' The Classics are China's religion."Zhang Zhidong
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Chinese - Politician | September 4, 1837 - October 5, 1909
# Zhang Zhidong Quotes
Zhang Zhidong was a Chinese statesman and reformer of the late Qing dynasty, born on September 4, 1837. A top scholar in the imperial examinations, he served as a provincial governor and as Viceroy of Huguang, and became one of the leading figures of the Self-Strengthening Movement, which aimed to modernise China.
Zhang founded schools, factories, railways and the Hanyang Iron Works. In his famous essay collection Exhortation to Learn (1898), he argued for "Chinese learning as the foundation, Western learning for practical use". He died on October 5, 1909. His quotes reflect his belief in education, unity and Chinese tradition.
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Who was Zhang Zhidong?
Zhang Zhidong (1837–1909) was a senior Qing dynasty official and reformer, best known as a leader of China's Self-Strengthening Movement.
What is Zhang Zhidong famous for?
He is famous for the principle "Chinese learning as the foundation, Western learning for practical use", and for founding modern schools, factories and the Hanyang Iron Works.