Ancient China History Project

  • Period: 1600 BCE to 1046

    Shang Dynasty

    The Shang Dynasty is the earliest ruling dynasty of China to be established in recorded history, though other dynasties predated it. The Shang ruled from 1600 to 1046 B.C. and heralded the Bronze Age in China. They were known for their advances in math, astronomy, artwork and military technology.
  • Period: 1100 BCE to 256 BCE

    Zhou Dynasty begins In china

    Zhou dynasty, dynasty that ruled ancient China for some eight centuries, establishing the ... The Zhou dynasty began in 1046 BCE and ended in 256 BCE.
  • Period: 221 to 206

    Qin Dynasty

    The Qin Dynasty established the first empire in China, starting with efforts in 230 B.C., during which the Qin leaders engulfed six Zhou ...