Among many kings in feudal history, only Liu Bang did not defile Xiang Yu after the founding of the People's Republic of China. Compared with the practice of smearing eldest brother and third brother after Li Shimin succeeded to the throne, Liu Bang was much more generous.
Personally, Liu Bang did not discredit his competitor Xiang Yu after winning the world, mainly for the following reasons:
The first reason: Liu Bang has a broad mind. Although Liu Bang came from humble origins, as a person who can finally achieve something great, it is impossible to achieve the world without a broad mind.
According to historical records, Liu Bang's character is not a petty person. He can be polite to the virtuous corporal, be kind to talents, and forgive his former enemies with generosity.
After Xiang Yu's death, it is said that Liu Bang helped the spirit personally, and he did not destroy Xiang's family. Instead, he treated them well and made Xiang feel grateful for Liu Bang's behavior.
The second reason: discrediting Xiang Yu is harmful to Liu Bang. Liu bang was able to win the world because he fulfilled an old saying:? Who wins the hearts of the people, who wins the world? . In the process of gradual struggle, Liu Bang slowly won the hearts of the people.
In the eyes of ordinary people, Liu Bang is a saint; That's why we will help him everywhere, let him constantly strengthen himself and win the final victory.
On the other hand, many of Xiang Yu's previous behaviors made the people very disgusted; Under such circumstances, if Liu Bang discredits Xiang Yu again, I think it may not be a good thing for his reputation.
It is precisely because of the above two reasons that Liu Bang did not discredit Xiang Yu after his death. Instead, Xiang Yu was buried in a high standard.