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Dictionary of Phrase and Fable—Y

Yellow Caps

A notable insurrection in China, in the reign of Hân-lingtee (168-189), headed by Tchang-keo, and so called from the caps worn by the rebels, which were all of the imperial colour.

Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894
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