Did Ancient China’s Historians Have More Power Than the Emperor?

What if history itself was a form of rebellion?In imperial China, court historians didn’t just record events—they held emperors accountable. Some even dared to expose the truth when the emperor wanted it buried.https://youtu.be/bkc43NYpQOg👀 Were these scribes secret heroes of justice... or dangerous enemies of the throne?This video explores the hidden power struggle between the pen and the crown.💬 What do you think: Should historians tell the truth even if it costs lives? Comment below.📍 Chapters:00:00 - Introduction: What Is a Court Historian?00:48 - How Court Historians Shaped Truth and Power01:37 - Moral Dilemmas: Truth vs Loyalty02:34 - Why Court Historians Still Matter Today16:29 - Conclusion & ReflectionsChinese Office Life Civil Service Exam：https://youtu.be/n2xAv4fP-L8Officials and Their Ties: https://youtu.be/vL3jDENPBAsMourning leave：https://youtu.be/F3euubfASa8