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The 10 pages that link to Beiyang Army, each with the reason it gives.
Yuan ShikaiBroader topic: Yuan's control of this force made his political leverage tangible.
Warlord EraRelated: Its commanders inherited the strongest national army after Yuan Shikai’s death.
Li YuanhongRelated: Its commanders held the armed power that constrained Li’s civilian presidency.
Duan QiruiBroader topic: Duan’s authority rested on his position among the army’s senior officers.
Feng GuozhangNarrower topic: Feng’s military career and political influence grew through this army.
Xu ShichangRelated: Its commanders and networks shaped the political order in which Xu rose.