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The Documentary: History Lessons For China's New Leaders

The Documentary: History Lessons For China's New Leaders: Episode 1

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History Lessons For China's New Leaders

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What can China's leaders learn from the country's tales of power, honour and violence?

China's leaders traditionally turn to history for guidance in times of crisis. What can China's leaders learn from the country's tales of power, honour and violence?

The series History Lessons for China's New Leaders recalls some of the most important stories from Chinese history. In part 1 on the eve of the 18th Communist Party Congress, Carrie Gracie looks at lessons from history for China’s new leaders.

(Image: Strings of the Chinese national flag, Credit: Getty Images)

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