Conflicts & Resolutions · Revolt

Huang Chao Rebellion

874–884 · 9th century

The Huang Chao Rebellion was a large uprising in China from 874 to 884, led by the salt smuggler Huang Chao. The rebels ravaged much of the country and captured both Guangzhou and the capital Chang'an. Although suppressed, the rebellion fatally weakened the Tang Dynasty, which collapsed soon afterwards.

Huang Chao Rebellion
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The Epoch Institute. (2026). Huang Chao Rebellion. In The Epoch Institute Encyclopedia. https://the-epoch-institute.org/encyclopedia/huang-chao-rebellion
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