The Muslim Midwest in Modern China

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The narrative explores the Muslim Midwest in China, focusing on the Northwest and Southwest regions where the Muslim-Hui culture significantly influenced local dynamics despite being a minority within the predominantly Han population. It highlights the mid-nineteenth-century Muslim rebellions aimed at secession from the Chinese Kingdom to form independent Muslim states, showcasing the cultural and political tensions of the era. This historical context reveals the complexities of identity and resistance within the Muslim communities in China.