Ancient China Timeline by Arpith Praveen

Shang Dynasty (1700-1122 BCE)

arpithpraveen — 2024-03-05 14:29:00 UTC

The Bronze Age of the Chinese Civilization fully emerged into the life of history. Bronze technology was also completely developed. An Ancient Chinese writing script was also in use.

Zhou Dynasty (1045-256 BCE)

arpithpraveen — 2024-03-05 14:43:25 UTC

The Zhou Dynasty existed when the Zhou family ruled. This is the dynasty where Confucius was born at 551 BCE. The cast iron was invented around 500 BCE.

Legalism Developed (250 BCE)

arpithpraveen — 2024-03-05 14:50:18 UTC

The thoughts of Chinese legalists led to the centralization of power during the Qin Dynasty.

Qin Dynasty (221-210 BCE)

arpithpraveen — 2024-03-05 20:24:09 UTC

To rule the territory, Emperor Qin Shi Huang decided to construct an army of terracotta warriors that will soon be prepared for the battle after he died because he believed his army would completely fade away.

Han Dynasty (206 BCE-220 CE)

arpithpraveen — 2024-03-05 22:23:32 UTC

The Han dynasty, which ruled from 206 BCE to 220 CE, is renowned for its remarkable reign and numerous achievements. During this period, the dynasty developed a highly efficient civil service and government structure. It also witnessed significant scientific advancements, such as the invention of paper, the use of water clocks and sundials to measure time, and the creation of a seismograph to detect earthquakes. These achievements continue to impact our lives today, and are a testament to the ingenuity and determination of the Han dynasty.