Stories From History: Sun Yang Recognizes a ‘Thousand-Mile Horse’Sun Yang, who lived in China during the Spring and Autumn period (770-476 BC), was said to have an outstanding ability to recognize talent in horses. SavePrintAlex Wu8/23/2012|Updated: 10/1/2015We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentAlex WuAuthorAlex Wu is a U.S.-based writer for The Epoch Times focusing on Chinese society, Chinese culture, human rights, and international relations.Author’s Selected ArticlesBeijing Holds Special Meeting to Expel 3 Senior Defense Industry Officials Amid Ongoing Military PurgeFeb 09, 2026Xi Holds Calls With Trump, Putin on Same Day for International Support Amid Military Purge: AnalystsFeb 09, 2026China’s Influence in Panama Weakens as Court Cancels Hong Kong Company’s Canal ContractsFeb 04, 2026CCP’s First Official Response to Purges Reveals Lack of Confidence in Military Capabilities: AnalystsFeb 01, 2026Related TopicsSpring and Autumn PeriodSun Yang