Boxer Rebellion Unleashed

The Qing's support for the Boxers marked a pivotal shift in the rebellion, as the empress sought to align with a popular movement to deflect criticism and expel foreign influence. As the Boxers intensified their attacks, foreign diplomats felt increasingly threatened, leading to the formation of the Eight Nation Alliance. Tensions escalated when the Boxers cut off Beijing from the outside world, prompting a military response that would change the course of history.