Li Hongzhang was a man of the hour in the diplomatic history of China in the late Qing Dynasty. But it was also the most humiliating period in China's history. It was invaded by foreign powers and signed many treaties that humiliated the country. At that time, Empress Dowager Cixi tried her best to safeguard the dignity of the Qing Dynasty in order to safeguard her power, so Li Hongzhang took a series of charges as a cover. Li Hongzhang is called a traitor, and the people hate his guts. It is precisely because of this that his body was dug up after his death, and the scene that night was bleak.

I. Westernization Movement This is a turning point in modern history. The Westernization Movement has been going on for 30 years, but it has brought great achievements. And Li Hongzhang is the initiator of this movement. He is a clever man. He knew that China people could only gain a foothold in the world by self-imposed wealth through their own strength. Li Hongzhang has made great changes in military equipment and industrial production. It is precisely because of this movement that China people's minds gradually opened up and all aspects of China blossomed everywhere.

Second, internal troubles and foreign invasion. The enemies in the late Qing Dynasty were not only the western powers, but also the insurgents ruled by the Manchu government. In order to consolidate her rule, Empress Dowager Cixi asked Li Hongzhang to lead troops to eradicate the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom. Although the Taiping Rebellion was good in essence, it was completely divorced from the social reality at that time, so Li Hongzhang solved the unrest and created a stable environment for the people.

Third, willing to be a sinner Li Hongzhang signed many unequal treaties, but he is only a foreign minister and only plays a role in saving face. The real decision-making is the Empress Dowager Cixi behind him. At that time, there seemed to be no other way but to sign a treaty. Li Hongzhang won some face for the Qing Dynasty through his excellent diplomatic ability. He was willing to be a sinner, because someone had to stand up at that time. Unfortunately, the people at that time didn't see his heart, so after his death, he could not do without the liquidation of future generations, and his body was dragged into the street. His life is full of sadness and helplessness, but the past has been blowing in the wind, and it is meaningless to judge now.