Weekly Episode review ( Han Wudi)

In this week's Han Wudi, the emperor, it showed how Han Liu Che, the emperor, was preparing to fight against the Xiongnus. At that time, the Han empire had to give yearly tribute to the Xiongnus, or they would be crushed by the powerful and stronger Xiongnu army. However, Han Wudi did not want to be subjected to this humilation that began at the start of the Han dynasty.

One of the main differences between Xiongnu and the Han empire showed today was the weapon quality. Han Wudi brought a precious sword of one of the Xiongnu Kings, " Jinglu" to a blacksmith and tested the sword by hitting it against a sword made of iron by the blacksmiths. The sword gave way after being hit once by the "Jinglu" sword, which was made of steel. It also showed the difference in quality. The blacksmith was asked to forge a sword of similiar quality but the forged sword though of good quality, still was not as good as the "Jinglu" sword and gave way after about five hits by the "Jinglu" sword.

This episode showed the determination of Han Wudi, who was so careful not to leak out his plans taht he planned all his strategies with his subjects in a cave. His fighting spirit is something we should all learn.

For those who want to watch this show, it is on Channel 8, every Saturday at 2.30pm.