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History & Characters
Cao Wenzhi (1735–1798): A Scholar, Statesman, and Cultural Pioneer

Cao Wenzhi, styled Jinwei, was one of Huangling’s most distinguished historical figures. In 1760, during the 25th year of the Qianlong reign, he excelled in the imperial palace examination, ranking first in the second class—fourth nationwide. He was appointed Shujishi (Probationary Scholar) and later granted the title of Editor.

Renowned for his integrity, intelligence, and tireless dedication, Cao Wenzhi rose through the ranks to become a Reader Academician of the prestigious Hanlin Academy. Recognized by the Qianlong Emperor for both his scholarly talents and moral character, he was selected to serve in the Nan Shufang (Southern Study), where he lectured on the Confucian classics and history to the emperor and crown prince, and assisted with drafting imperial edicts and handling state secrets.

In 1787, after completing the mourning period for his father, he resumed his duties in the Southern Study and was promoted to Left Supervisor Censor, concurrently serving as Prefect of Shuntian Prefecture (modern-day Beijing). Throughout his career, he held high-ranking positions in the Ministry of Punishment, Ministry of Works, and Ministry of Revenue, eventually becoming Minister of Revenue. Known for his fairness and impartiality, he earned the admiration of the emperor.
Cao Wenzhi refused to associate with the notorious corrupt official He Shen and chose to resign under the pretext of caring for his aging mother. The Qianlong Emperor approved his request and honored him with the prestigious title Taizi Taibao (Grand Tutor to the Crown Prince), later bestowing the rare distinction of "Four Generations of First-Rank Officials" upon his family.  
A plaque bearing the inscription Jin Dian Chuan Lu (“Announcement of Imperial Examination Results in the Golden Palace”)—awarded by the emperor—still hangs in the Cao Family Ancestral Hall, a source of immense pride for the people of Huangling..  In addition to his political achievements, Cao Wenzhi made remarkable contributions to Chinese culture. He served as the chief editor of the Siku Quanshu (Complete Library of the Four Treasuries), the largest literary project in imperial China. He also played a key role in the birth of Peking Opera—considered the essence of traditional Chinese culture—by sending his Huizhou opera troupe to perform in Beijing for the imperial court, laying the foundation for what would become China's most iconic theatrical art form.