The Historical Connections between the Border Regions of the Qing Dynasty:An Inquiry into Ideological and Practical Considerations
The Qing Dynasty laid the foundation for the modern Chinese territory,which was one of the most important evidences that the Qing Dynasty was an integral part of historical China.Likewise,the Qing Dynasty's governance of its vast border regions reached unprecedented levels of scope and depth in history.To study this process,not only do we need to conduct an in-depth investigation of the Qing Dynasty's governance policies and practices in the border regions,but we must also fully understand and recognize the historical connections between its various border regions.Understanding these historical links is the key to appreciating their enduring legacy in contemporary China,particularly in terms of their continuity.This aspect is a crucial entry point through which we can comprehend the"multi-dimensional relationships"in the"multi-layered unity"structure of the Chinese nation.Based on this,we can further develop our appreciation of the continuity of the"multiplicity",which is a significant aspect in facilitating our understanding of the territorial integrity and the historical continuity of the Chinese nation,composed of multiple ethnic groups.