Ancient China’s Deadliest Battles Were Worse Than You Think

China’s history is filled with battles so massive, brutal, and consequential that they changed the fate of entire dynasties. In this episode, we return with five more epic battles from Chinese history — from the horrifying mass burial after the Battle of Changping, to Xiang Yu’s legendary “break the cauldrons and sink the boats” moment at Julu, to the Han Dynasty’s desert campaign against the Xiongnu, the Ming Dynasty’s disastrous defeat at Sarhū, and the devastating Battle of Shanghai — one of the first major urban battles of World War II. These are stories of impossible odds, ruthless generals, collapsing empires, and moments that shaped the future of China and the world. If you enjoy the deeper meaning behind Chinese culture, folklore, legends, and strange true stories, then come explore more with me on Jared Tells Tales, where mystery, meaning, and the otherworldly still live on. Watch now, and let me know in the comments: which battle shocked you the most? 💥Discount on Shen Yun tickets: https://www.shenyun.com USE CODE: LCN2025 💥Shen Yun Creations: https://sypa.us/chinese-jared Subscribe to Learn Chinese Now:    / learnchinesenow   00:00 Intro 00:50 The Battle of Changping 09:59 The Battle of Julu 16:57 The Battle of Mobei 24:59 The Battle of Sarhu 33:20 The Battle of Shanghai 40:16 Conclusion Jared on Twitter:   / mcjaredmadsen   Jared on Instagram:   / mcjaredmadsen   Jared on Facebook:   / mcjaredmadsen   #ChineseHistory #EpicBattles #AncientChina #MilitaryHistory Movie Credits: The Qin Empire III (2017) Hero (2002) King's War (2012) Top Gun: Maverick (2022) Ming Dynasty in 1556 (2007) Legends of War TRT Documentary The Emperor in Han Dynasty (2005) Mongol (2007) Red Cliff (2008) Eight Hundred Heroes (1976) The Eight Hundred (2020) Music Credits: The Mini Vandals - Addis Ababa Edited by‪@iwestez‬