ancient china timeline by Marina Colligan

Shang Dynasty 1700-1122

marinacolligan — 2024-03-05 14:33:41 UTC

It is known for its advances in bronze metallurgy, writing system, and intricate oracle bone inscription. The Shang Dynasty was located in the Yellow River Valley in the eastern part of China. https://www.worldhistory.org/Zhou_Dynasty/

Zhou Dynasty 1045-256

marinacolligan — 2024-03-05 14:40:45 UTC

The Zhou Dynasty was located in the Yellow River Valley of China. It is known for its significant contributions to Chinese culture, including the development of the Mandate of Heaven and the concept of the Five Elements. https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/whp-origins/era-3-cities-societies-and-empires-6000-bce-to-700-c-e/36-the-growth-of-empires-betaa/a/read-zhou-and-qin-dynasty-china-beta

Warring States Period 700-221

marinacolligan — 2024-03-05 14:43:52 UTC

The Warring States was a period of political chaos and constant warfare that occurred between the Zhou dynasty and various regional states. The Warring States were located in various parts of China, including the states of Qin, Chu, Wei, Yan, Qi, and Han.

Confucianism and Daoism 500 BCE

marinacolligan — 2024-03-05 14:50:25 UTC

Confucianism and Daoism were located in the eastern part of China. Confucianism and Daoism are two of China's most influential philosophical and religious traditions. Confucianism is a system of ethical and moral principles that emphasizes personal and governmental morality, correct social relationships and respect for authority.

Legalism 250 BCE

marinacolligan — 2024-03-05 14:52:44 UTC

Legalism started in the Qin dynasty. Legalism is a philosophical and political ideology that emerged in ancient China during the Warring States period. https://jonjourney.blogspot.com/2014/03/two-types-of-legalism.html

Qin Dynasty 221-210 BCE

marinacolligan — 2024-03-06 14:21:13 UTC

The Qin Dynasty was the first imperial dynasty of China. It was a short-lived dynasty, but it had a lasting impact on Chinese history, including the standardization of weights and measures, the creation of a unified legal code, and the construction of the Great Wall of China. https://smarthistory.org/qin-dynasty-intro/

Han Dynasty 206-220 BCE

marinacolligan — 2024-03-06 14:26:19 UTC

The Han Dynasty was located near the Yellow River. The Han Dynasty was known for its advancements in technology, literature, and trade, as well as its promotion of Confucianism as the dominant ideology. https://origins.osu.edu/milestones/february-2013-liu-bang-peasant-rebel-emperor?language_content_entity=en