Serial Killers of Ancient China | Human Voiced, No Ads
00:00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:03:12 Legendary Tyrants
00:16:20 Mayhem in the Warring States
00:26:04 Brutality on an Imperial Scale
00:32:15 Liu Pengli
00:45:52 Patterns of Cruelty
00:55:00 Thoughts and Conclusion
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Explore the dark and rarely discussed world of serial killers in ancient China in this chilling historical deep dive. Long before modern criminology, imperial records, court cases, and dynastic chronicles documented patterns of repeated murder—sometimes driven by greed, politics, or personal vendettas. This video examines notorious and suspected cases, from poisoners operating in the shadows of noble households to roaming bandits who killed indiscriminately. Learn how ancient Chinese law dealt with serial offenders, how Confucian ideals shaped public perception of such crimes, and what these cases reveal about justice and fear in the empire’s long history.
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