More than 5,000 years ago, Huangdi cultivated virtue and revitalised the army, using the art of battle formation to conquer vassals who did not make offerings. Through the battles of Banquan and Zhuolu, he ended the long-standing strife in ancient China, allowing the ancient society to enter a new era of national history marked by dynasties. Thus, Huangdi became the first founder of the Chinese nation.