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The Trung Sisters: Vietnam's First Rebellion
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Episode The Trung Sisters: Vietnam's First Rebellion
In 40 AD, two sisters in the Red River Delta rose against the Han Dynasty’s grip on Dai Viet. This episode explores the legend and reality of Trung Trac and Trung Nhi, who declared independence and ruled for three years before their defeat by Ma Yuan. We examine the archaeological evidence from sites like Co Loa, the political landscape of the Han frontier, and why this uprising became a enduring symbol of Vietnamese sovereignty. From the strategic use of terrain to the complex relationship between local chieftains and imperial governors, we unpack how these women mobilized resistance when no other power stood with them.
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