Zheng Yuxiu: modern China’s ‘xia nu’ assassin and first female PhD who fought for justice
Zheng Yuxiu, born in 1891, defied traditional Chinese customs and became a pioneering figure in modern China. She resisted foot-binding, pursued a modern education, and eventually became China's first female doctor of law. Her life was marked by a revolutionary spirit, working in intelligence, transporting bombs, and championing women's rights, famously declaring herself "no bird in a cage." AI
