An Lushan - Rebellion

Rebellion

The An Lushan Rebellion spanned from December 16, 755 to February 17, 763. During this time, the registered population fell by 33 - 36 million, making it the second deadliest war in history.

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Famous quotes containing the word rebellion:

    “The questioning spirit is the rebellious spirit. A rebellion is always either a cloak to hide a prince, or the swaddling wrapper of a new rule.”
    —Honoré De Balzac (1799–1850)

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    Of the sharp, enamelled eyes and the spectacled claws
    Rape and rebellion in the nurseries of my face....”
    —Dylan Thomas (1914–1953)

    “Scholars planning a rebellion could never succeed even in three years.”
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