The 1928 capture of Beijing ended years of warlord rule and unified modern China
The 1928 capture of Beijing marked a pivotal turning point in Chinese history, effectively ending the chaotic Warlord Era and bringing the nation under a single central government.
In June 1928, the National Revolutionary Army successfully captured Beijing during the Second Northern Expedition. This victory signaled the collapse of the fragmented warlord system that had plagued China for over a decade. To symbolize the transition to a new era of unity, the city's name was changed to Beiping, which translates to 'Northern Peace.'
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