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Period: 206 to 221
The Qin Dynasty
This dynasty got to enjoy increased trade, agriculture, and military security. The strength of the dynasty was consolidated by the Lord Shang Yang. -
210
The first Chinese Emperor
The first Chinese Emperor was Shi Huangdi. He ruled from 259 to 210 b.c. He was king of the Chinese State of Qin. He ruled till his death in 210 b.c. -
210
Burial of the Terra Catta Army
Qin Shi Huang was known as the first emperor of China. His given name was Ying Zheng. He ruled from 246 bc, until his death in 210 bc. -
213
Period of the Book Burning Policy
This started during 213 b.c. The emperor's chancellor thought of supressing the freedom of speech. In 213, they went under 'legalism' which means that they were subject to burning books. -
221
The Completion of the Erya
The Erya is the Oldest Chinese dictionary. It was made in 221 b.c. -
Period: 256 to Jan 19, 1045
Eastern Zhou Dynasty
This dynasty was followed by the Shang Dynasty. The Zhou Dynasty lasted longer than any other dynasty in the history of China. The use of iron was introdused to China at this time. -
Period: 256 to Jan 20, 1045
Western Zhou Dynasty
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476
Warring States Period
This is kown as the 'Era of Warring States.' This took place between 476 and 221 b.c. It is known to have taken place during the Han Dynasty. -
551
Birth of Confucius
Kown as the 'Master Kong' traditionally takes place on September 28, 551. The teachings greatly influenced the Chinese thought of life. -
Jan 19, 600
Domesstiction of the Buffalo
Also known as the 'Water Buffalo'. It was used for livestock. Also used for meat and dairy. The dung is used for a fertilizer and a fuel. -
Jan 19, 1000
Shi Jing Book of Songs
Known as the ' Classic of Poetry', 'the Book of Songs', or the 'Book of Odes.' It has 305 poems in it. It was written around 1ooo b.c. -
Jan 19, 1000
The Connection of Barbarian Walls to create the Great Wall
The wall was built to keep invaders out of farm land on the border of China. It is know as the Great Wall of China. The length of the wall is nearly 4,000 miles. -
Period: Jan 20, 1046 to
The Shang Dynasty
To the Chinese traditional sources, this was the second dynasty in China. They ruled the northern region. -
Jan 15, 1100
the Ouija Board
The Ouija Board is also known as a spirit board or a talk board. It is a flat board marked with numbers, letters, and other symols.
It is known for comunication with spirits. -
Jan 15, 1200
The Death of Lady Hao
Was know as the queen and military general Fu Hao. She was killed by a different state officer. She dates back to 1200 b.c. -
Jan 19, 1200
First use of the crossbow
Back in this time the crossbow was know as the ballista. It played a major role warfare. -
Period: to
The Xia Dynasty
This is kown as the first dynasty of China. -
Oldest Silk founded in China
The date of the oldest silk founded in China is 114 b.c. It bagan in the Han Dynasty. -
Spring and Autumn Period
This name comes from the Spring and Autumn Annals. During this time, China was ruled by fuedal system. The Zhou Dynasty kings held the nominal power. -
Battle of Banquan
This is known to be the first battle in Chinese history. This battle took place in 2500 b.c. It was fought by Huangdi or the Yellow Emperor and Yandi or the Flame Emperor.
