In 1913, the 13th Dalai Lama declared Tibet a fully independent nation
Following the collapse of China's Qing dynasty, the 13th Dalai Lama asserted Tibetan sovereignty in 1913, initiating nearly four decades of self-rule and modernization efforts.
On February 13, 1913, the 13th Dalai Lama issued a proclamation that formally ended centuries of Manchu influence and declared Tibet an independent nation. This bold move followed his return from exile and the fall of the Qing dynasty. During this era of independence, Tibet established its own national flag, currency, and postal system.
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