What reasons did the Hongwu Emperor give to explain why the Ming were now in charge of China? Why would he have sent this letter to the Byzantine Emperor?

The expulsion of the Mongols led to Hongwu and the Ming dynasty having the ability to rid any Mongol influence and culture from the society, the Mongols were humiliated and it pleased the Ming. Hongwu was also able to restore Han rule in China with the confucians.

because of its location and commercial importance, atlanta was used as a center for military operations and as a supply route by the confederate army during the civil war. therefore, it also became a target for the union army. general william tecumseh sherman and his troops captured the city in 1864.

a. competition with other nations.