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The legendary princess, educated in france and exposed to western cultures, served as empress dowagers ladyinwaiting and interpreter. She is a daughter of lord yu keng, a member of the manchu white banner corps, and one of the most advanced and progressive chinese officials of his generation. Two years in the forbidden city and imperial masquerade. Lord yu keng yugeng, imperial chinese minister ambassador to japan and france.
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