A Global Mission Refused
				n The return to the examination system ensured the presence a numerous educated elite. n The dynasty emerged when Zhou Yuanzhang, a military commander of peasant origins, joined in the revolts against the Mongols and became the first Ming emperor, with the name of Hongwu, in 1368. n Hongwu strove to drive out all Mongol influences and drove the remaining nomads beyond the Great Wall.