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Around 2200 BCE, the Xia dynasty consolidated control of the yellow river region of northern China. It was the need for control of nature that encouraged the creation of authorities and political institutions.
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Around 1766 BCE, the Shang arose, lasting over 600 years. They had advance technology like bronze metallurgy, wheeled vehicles, and horse-drawn chariots.
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In 1122 BCE, the Zhou finally defeated the last Shang king. They also created the Mandate of Heaven.
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The period from 403-221 BCE is known as the Period of the Warring States because it was a violet and chaotic time.
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Han Wudi’s Rule was from 141 to 87 BCE. He built a huge bureaucracy based on legalist principles. Also he built the Silk Road.
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By the 11th century, reusable, movable type became the norm.
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In 184 CE, the Yellow Turban Rebellion and the spreading epidemic caused the late Han dynasty to weaken.
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In 580, Yang Jian claims the Mandate of Heaven and imperial rule returns to china with his conquests.
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In 1206, all Mongol tribes unite under the command of Genghis Khan.
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By 1259, the Mongols conquered China.
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In 1274, after several ignored messages from the Mongols it caused the first Mongol Invasion but was unsuccessful because of bad weather conditions or the kamikazi.
