It is an indisputable fact that Wu Zetian is the only female emperor in the history of China. This is the only real female emperor. In other words, when Wu Zetian ascended the throne, it was the real rule of the country, not behind the scenes. This is not a short day. In a sense, Wu Zetian is no different from other male emperors. Then, there are many strong women in history. Why are there no other women on the throne?
First of all, there is no second Tang Dynasty in China. We all know that the Tang Dynasty was an open dynasty. In fact, this kind of opening is not only the opening of diplomacy in the Tang Dynasty, but also the opening of thought in the Tang Dynasty. Women in Tang Dynasty were not restricted by Song and Ming Dynasties. Women in the Tang Dynasty lived in a relatively relaxed society, and they could do something similar to men. For example, during the reign of Emperor Xuanzong of the Tang Dynasty, Yang Guifei's sister liked to ride a horse facing the air, with the foresight of "too greasy and dirty, sweeping the eyebrows of moths to the supreme". This spirit can't appear in women of other dynasties.
Secondly, the reason why women in the Tang Dynasty were so enthusiastic and brave was inseparable from the relatively relaxed social environment at that time. In this national era, a large number of political women emerged in the Tang Dynasty, such as Wu Zetian, Princess Taiping, Wei Ruyun and Shangguan Waner. There was no second Tang Gaozong era in the Tang Dynasty. We know that after Wu Zetian, political women like Princess Taiping and Wei Ruyun were also very active. Some scholars even think that their political talents have not been lost. Then why can't Wu Can and them become emperors? The reason is that the future strong woman didn't catch up with the good opportunity.
Third, Tang Gaozong was sickly in his later years, and he was often unable to handle government affairs. In this case, Wu Zetian, as the queen, must do this work well. On this basis, Wu Zetian's political capital can accumulate a little. Princess Taiping and Wei Ruyun are not so lucky. They are all fighting with each other and wasting their strength in political positions. In the end, they all face a super strongman-Li Longji. In this way, their situation will certainly not be as good as that of Wu Zetian.
Fourth, Wu Zetian's extraordinary talent and courage are unparalleled. Imagine, no matter who, the woman of that era, who could have the heart to kill his daughter? Who can kill so many royalty with one head? Who can promote opponents and enemies without considering the former? Who can be strong enough to eclipse contemporary men? Only Wu Zetian can do this.
For these reasons, there is only one queen in China's history. As a descendant, even if you already know the life and experience of Wu Zetian, you will still be surprised at how she can be so powerful when you think about all kinds of behaviors of Wu Zetian. However, history has already decided. In a certain historical period, Wu Zetian did many extraordinary things. This is her courage and a bright spot in the history of China.
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