unit 3B

Fall of the Han

220

The Han Dynasty fell due to internal and external problems. Power struggles weakened the government. Warlords eventually took control which led to the dynasty's collapse.

qin dynasty

221

Was the first unified imperial dynasty of China. It is known for the construction of the great wall. It is also known for the development of the standardized system of writing, weights, and measures.

sui dynasty

581

The Sui dynasty brought China together after centuries of division after the Han dynasty. During this dynasty, they had major projects like the Grand Canal. The dynasty fell due to wars costing a lot and forced labor.

tang dynasty

618

The Tang dynasty was considered the golden age of China. This was because of its cultural, economic, and military strength. The capital city was the center for trade and culture, attracting people from across Asia.

song dynasty

960

This dynasty was known for its culture, technology, and economic advances. Gunpowder was invented during this time as well as the compass and improvements in printing. Eventually the dynasty faced military pressure and fell to the mongol empire.

Kamakura period

1183

This period lasted in Japan from 1185 to 1333. This period saw the rise of the samurai class. They also saw the shift of political power.

first shogunate

1192

Minamoto Yoritomo established the first shogunate. It is known as the Kamakura Shogunate. After winning the war he became the shogun and took control of Japan's military government. This marked the beginning of the feudal system in Japan.

Delhi Sultanate

1206

Muslim Kingdom that ruled over large parts of India. It was established by various dynasties and brought cultural, agricultural, and economic changes to the region. Eventually fell to the Mughal empire.

yuan dynasty

1271

Kublai Khan established it and was the first foreign-led dynasty in China. It connected China more directly with the rest of the world. It also fostered trade and cultural exchange.

Tenochtitlan

1325

Founded by the Mexica people who later became known as the Aztecs. They established the city on an island after seeing an eagle perched on a cactus with a snake in its mouth. It grew to become one of the largest and most advanced cities in the world.

Muromachi Period

1336

It was named after the district Kyoto where the Ashikaga shogunate was based. The Ashikago shogunate held political power during this time. The period also saw cultural growth.

ming dynasty

1369

The Ming dynasty was known for restoring Chinese rule after the Yuan dynasty. The Great Wall was also strengthened. There was great cultural and economic growth and voyages led by Zheng He.

Zheng He was born

1369

Zheng He was a Chinese explorer during the Ming dynasty. He is known for his seven major expeditions between 1405 and 1433. He traveled establishing trade routes and showcased Chinese power.

construction of forbidden city

1406

Construction of the Forbidden City began in 1406 and lasted until 1420. The city was forbidden because common people were not allowed to enter without special permission. It was located in Beijing, China.

Aztec empire

1428

A powerful civilization located in present-day Mexico. The capital was known for its temples, canals, and markets. The empire fell when Spanish conquerors defeated the Aztecs and captured Tenochtitlan.

Inca empire

1438

It was the largest empire in pre-Columbian America. It was known for its engineering, such as roads, and its administrative efficiency. The empire fell when Spanish conquistadors captured and executed the last Inca emperor.

Sengoku Period

1467

Began with the outbreak of the Onin war. This then led to the widespread civil war and the breakdown of central authority in Japan. It marked the start of a long period of instability and conflict between warlords.

Spanish conquest

1532

Spanish conquest of the Inca empire took place between 1532 and 1533. Francisco Pizarro and his group of soldiers captured the Inca emperor and used a combination of force, alliances, and the spread of disease to overthrow the Inca empire. The Spanish forces defeated the Incas and claimed their territory.

Edo Period

1603

Was characterized by peace, political, stability, and isolation under the rule of the Tokugawa shogunate. Japan was largely closed off from the rest of the world. This allowed for the development of unique Japanese art and culture.

Meiji Restoration

1868

Marked the end of the feudal era in Japan. The Tokugawa shogunate was overthrown. This caused power to be stored to the emperor.