Who initiated the work of the'Records of the Grand Historian'?
Emperor Wu of Han
Sima Bang
Sima Tan
Li Ling
Answer
The Records of the Grand Historian, initiated by Sima Tan, is a monumental historical work that covers over two thousand years of Chinese history, from the legendary Xia Dynasty to the reign of Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty. Completed by his son, Sima Qian, it is regarded as one of the greatest works of Chinese historiography and a foundational text for understanding China's past.
The Legacy of Sima Qian: Unlocking Ancient Chinese History
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