After the fall of the Qing Dynasty, where did the 140,000 royal nobles go?

After the fall of the Qing Dynasty, some of the royal family and nobles were killed, some were exiled to the people, and some remained anonymous...

Whereabouts 1. Preferential treatment by the Republic of China government

The government of the Republic of China stipulated that, in addition to being exempted from military service, all members of the royal family had the same public and private rights as all citizens; the private property of the royal family was protected by law; the princes and nobles of Manchuria remained the same.

Direction 2: Become an official or join the Republic of China government

During the period of warlord war, some royal nobles held some positions. Some took the initiative to defect to the National Government.

Going three: living in vain

Many royal families have money, jewelry, houses, antiques, etc. They can sell off their property and don't have to worry about life.

Purpose 4: Become a traitor.

Some want to restore the monarchy and betray the country and nation.

Five destinations: To seek refuge with relatives or overseas

Some royal nobles have fallen into decline, and they choose to seek refuge with relatives. Some went abroad after the puppet Manchukuo ended, hiding their names and supporting themselves.

Other destinations:

Some Manchu royal nobles participated, some opened schools, and some started businesses...