Heqin, also known as marriage alliance, refers to the historical practice of Chinese monarchs marrying princesses — usually members of minor branches of the ruling family — to rulers of neighboring states. Lou Jing, the author of the policy, proposed granting the eldest daughter of Emperor Gaozu of Han to Modu Chanyu of the Xiongnu.
Heqin, also known as marriage alliance, refers to the historical practice of Chinese monarchs marrying princesses — usually members of minor branches of the ruling family — to rulers of neighboring states. Lou Jing, the author of the policy, proposed granting the eldest daughter of Emperor Gaozu of Han to Modu Chanyu of the Xiongnu.
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