A Historical and Jurisprudential Analysis of Suzerain–Vassal State Relationships in the Qing Dynasty

doi:10.1007/s11462-005-0003-8

Front. Hist. China ›› 2006, Vol. 1 ›› Issue (1) : 124 -157. DOI: 10.1007/s11462-005-0003-8

Zhang Shiming

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Abstract

Studies of suzerain vassal state relationships in the Qing dynasty have been a focus of domestic and overseas academic circles. This paper examines the origins, semiotics, and legal principles of suzerain vassal state relationships in the Qing dynasty with some innovative viewpoints.

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Qing dynasty, suzerain–vassal state relationship, historical legal studies

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