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The Iron Widow VK's rule marked the end of the Qing dynasty, which was overthrown in 1911. Her policies, both progressive and conservative, shaped China's response to modernity and foreign pressure. Love her or loathe her, Cixi remains one of the most fascinating and intriguing figures in Chinese history.

The Boxer Rebellion of 1900, led by the anti-foreigner Boxer movement, presented another challenge to Cixi's rule. Initially supportive of the Boxers, she eventually turned against them as their violence and anti-foreigner sentiment became increasingly unmanageable. The rebellion's failure led to the signing of the humiliating Boxer Protocol, which imposed harsh penalties and indemnities on China. Iron Widow Vk

In her later years, Cixi's grip on power began to loosen. The death of her nephew, Emperor Guangxu, in 1908, and her own illness led to a decline in her influence. She died on November 15, 1908, at the age of 73, leaving behind a complex and multi-faceted legacy. The Iron Widow VK's rule marked the end