The Voyages That Vanished: Why China's Treasure Fleet Was Scuttled — Fexingo History

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The Voyages That Vanished: Why China's Treasure Fleet Was Scuttled — Fexingo History

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In this episode of Fexingo History, Lucas and Luna explore the political and economic forces that led to the abrupt end of Zheng He's treasure voyages. They focus on the Ming court's internal power struggles after the Yongle Emperor's death, the rise of the conservative literati faction led by Xia Yuanji, and the devastating costs of the fleets. Lucas explains how the Hongxi Emperor ordered an end to the expeditions and how the succeeding Xuande Emperor attempted a short revival before the final halt. They discuss the burning of the shipyards and the destruction of maritime records by officials like Liu Daxia, who viewed the fleet as a wasteful relic. The episode also touches on the shift from maritime exploration to land-focused defense against Mongols, and the long-term consequences for China's engagement with the world. Listeners will gain a concrete understanding of the specific policies, figures, and controversies that sealed the fate of the treasure ships.

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