Ep. 91 | Xiang Yu

Xiang Yu, renowned as one of China's most formidable generals and strategists, recounts his legendary rivalry with Liu Bang during the tumultuous transition from the Qin to the Han Dynasty. He discusses his rise from a rebel to a ruler amid the chaos following Qin Shi Huang's death. The podcast dives into Xiang Yu's pivotal battles and the cultural backdrop, including the significance of Qu Yuan and the Dragonboat Festival. It culminates in a dramatic tale of ambition and power, exploring what ultimately led to Xiang Yu's downfall against Liu Bang.