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Eastern Expansion
- When
- March-June 1860
- Where
- Jiangnan region
Taiping rebels took Hangzhou, Changzhou, and Suzhou following the defeat of the Qing army.
Following the defeat of the Qing army, Taiping rebels successfully took Hangzhou on March 19, 1860, Changzhou on May 26, and Suzhou on June 2. These victories expanded their control in the eastern provinces.
Sources
- Taiping Rebellion Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-06
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