Over 6,000 pieces of fish-scale armor unearthed from the tomb of Liu He
Archaeologists have unearthed over 6,000 pieces of fish-scale armor in the tomb of Liu He, Marquis of Haihun, located in Nanchang, Jiangxi Province, China, showcasing advanced craftsmanship from the Western Han Dynasty (206 BCE–CE 25). Liu He was a historical figure of intrigue, being the grandson of Emperor Wu of Han and son of the King of Changyi. Ascending to the throne as King of Changyi at the tender age of four, his life took dramatic turns. In 74 BCE, the influential minister Huo Guang installed Liu He as emperor following the death of Emperor Zhao. However, his reign was short-lived, lasting only 27 days due to allegations of misconduct. Historical records cite 1,127 instances of improper behavior. Consequently, Liu He was deposed, stripped of his titles, and exiled. In 63 BCE, he was granted the title Marquis of Haihun and lived out his remaining years in relative obscurity until his death in 59 BCE. ...