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1368
The Ming Dynasty
Zhu Yuanzhang lead a revolt in China that drove out the Mongols. They then created the Ming Dynasty of China -
1450
The Ottoman Empire
The Ottoman empire had already conquered most of Aisa. -
May 29, 1453
Ottomans take Constantinople
The Ottomans take the City of Constantinople, thus furthering their empire. -
Japan Trade Ban
The Tokugawa shogun banned all trade with europeans and forbade japanese ships to sail abroad, isolating Japan from the rest of the world. -
The Qing Dynasty
An army of rebellious peasants seized Beijing. The Army sent troops, but instead of helping they declared themselves the rulers, forming the Qing dynasty.