In the 1920s and 1930s, scholars of the Doubting Antiquity School proposed that “our traditional knowledge of Chinese antiquity was built up in successive strata,” thereby denying the history of the Five Emperors and the Xia Dynasty （c. 2070 BC-1600 BC) during the legendary era. Their influence persists to this day. Contrary to their claims, a thorough examination of historical literature reveals that the legend of the Yellow Emperor did not originate in the Warring States Period （475 BC-221 BC), but can be traced back to the Western Zhou Dynasty （1046 BC-771 BC). The Yellow Emperor was not a mythical figure constructed in successive strata over time, but a distinguished leader of ancient Chinese tribal communities. The legend of the Yellow Emperor is rooted in historical truths rather than purely imaginative constructs. Despite the distortions accumulated over millennia, the legend retains elements of historical accuracy. Therefore, it is crucial to meticulously scrutinize these legendary accounts, discerning and preserving the kernels of truth while discarding the fabrications. This approach allows for the extraction of genuine historical information necessary for reconstructing ancient history. It is of significant value to explore the early formation of Chinese civilization during the era of the Five Emperors through historical literature and archaeological evidence. Such exploration not only bolsters cultural self-confidence but also promotes the innovation and development of traditional culture.