What is the significance of studying the history of China?

The history of China is a vivid, profound and enlightening textbook. The history of China is a unique history of oriental civilization. The history of China, which carries the Chinese civilization, has never been interrupted in the long and tortuous process of its formation and development. Although she has experienced ups and downs and hardships, she has always stood firm in the east of Asia and is indomitable. Even the strong impact and heavy disaster on Chinese civilization for more than a century from the first half of the19th century did not sink the once brilliant Chinese civilization, on the contrary, it gave off new vitality. British philosopher Bacon said, "History makes people wise." Historical experience is summed up by predecessors at great cost. Historical experience contains thought-provoking philosophy. To deeply understand the reality and rationally face the future, we must consciously review history. Only by understanding history can modern people feel the infinite charm of history enlightening reality. Only by perceiving the chaotic reality from historical experience can we appreciate the beauty and conciseness of historical wisdom. This kind of wisdom, charm and aesthetic feeling caused by history is very important for enriching one's life connotation and improving one's quality.