HIS 1123 Lecture 21: Chapter 21 - Regulating the Inner and Outer Domains
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Regulating the inner and outer domains: china and japan, 1500-1800. Black death had depressed the economy {40% of population died} New food crops from the americas increased population against {brought by spanish through the philippines. Thanks to japan and korea"s seclusion policies, china becomes an important part of global trade for luxury goods. Emperors respond to prosperity by simplifying the tax system. Under single whip system, taxes could be paid in installments. It allowed farmers to have money during planting seasons and reduced the need to borrow high interest loans. Connections between china and the rest of the world were complicated by chinese superiority complex. Western trade and diplomacy worked on a more egalitarian system. Rebellions weakened the dynasty during the 15th and 16th centuries. Left the door open for a manchu invasion. The banner system was organized for military and tax purposes. Each ethic minority had their own ag signifying who they are.
