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Feb 7, 2019 · Learn about the epic journeys of Zheng He, a Chinese Muslim eunuch explorer who sailed across the Indian Ocean on behalf of the Ming dynasty emperor Yongle. Discover the destinations, motives, challenges and legacy of his seven diplomatic missions from 1405 to 1433 CE.
- Mark Cartwright
In 1424, the Yongle Emperor died. His successor, the Hongxi Emperor (r. 1424–1425), stopped the voyages during his short reign. Zheng He made one more voyage during the reign of Hongxi's son, the Xuande Emperor (r. 1426–1435) but, the voyages of the Chinese treasure ship fleets then ended. Xuande believed his father's decision to halt the ...
May 14, 2024 · On his second voyage, in 1408–09, Zheng He again visited Calicut—stopping as well in Chochin along the coast to the south—but encountered treachery from King Alagonakkara of Ceylon. Zheng defeated Alagonakkara’s forces and took the king back to Nanjing as a captive. In October 1409 Zheng He set out on his third voyage.
Nov 27, 2022 · Learn about the epic journeys of Zheng He, the Chinese admiral who led the Treasure Fleet across the Indian Ocean and beyond in the early 15th century. Discover how he spread China's influence, established a tributary system, and faced challenges and conflicts in Southeast Asia, India, Arabia, and Africa.
Zheng He was a Chinese explorer who lead seven great voyages on behalf of the Chinese emperor. These voyages traveled through the South China Sea, Indian Ocean, Arabian Sea, Red Sea, and along the east coast of Africa. His seven total voyages were diplomatic, military, and trading ventures, and lasted from 1405 – 1433.
May 5, 2020 · Learn how Zheng He, a Muslim eunuch from Yunnan, became the admiral of China's treasure fleets and sailed as far as East Africa in the 1400s. Discover the history and legacy of China's greatest naval explorer and his impact on Asian trade and culture.
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Jul 3, 2019 · Learn about the epic journeys of Zheng He, the Muslim eunuch admiral who commanded the largest fleet the world had ever seen. Explore the ports, tribute, and trade of the Indian Ocean basin from 1405 to 1433.