Jinyiwei
Jinyiwei (锦衣卫) was a Ming dynasty imperial security and secret police organization established by the founding emperor Hongwu in the late 14th century. The name refers to their embroidered brocade uniforms, signaling elite status and direct allegiance to the emperor.
The Jinyiwei served as an instrument of the court to maintain internal security, monitor officials, gather
Organization and personnel: The corps was led by a chief, appointed by the emperor, with a staff
Relation to other bodies: They were part of Ming security architecture, sometimes working with, and at times
Decline and legacy: After the Ming fall in 1644, the Jinyiwei were dissolved or reorganized under the