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Liu Bang leader of the Han's establishes the dynasty.
He then defeats Xiang Yu and is proclaimed Emperor of China. -
His Empress Lu Zhi tries to confiscate the empire for her family causing a conflict that lasts 15 years.
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During his reign the army conquered the Xiongnu territory and expanded the empire's territory to the north and to the west.
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Zhang Quain a diplomat and adviser's mission to open up a transcontinental trade route led to the silk road or silk routes.
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In efforts to expand the empire to the south.
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Ferghana horses were tall and powerful horses known as heavenly horses that were owned by the Dayuan people. After much conflict 3000 horses were given to the people. Only 1000 made it back to the empire.
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Chang'an population is nearly 250 thousand.
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He proclaims it the Xin (new) Dynasty.
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Luoyang becomes the new imperial capital.
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Ts'ai Lun invented the process using old textile waste.
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Emperors living only for their amusement weaken the empire.
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The peasants unhappy with the dynasty create an uprising that threatens the capital city.
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Dong Zhou orders his soldiers to attack the city after he hears of a coalition set up against him by regional lords across China.
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After seizing control Dong Zhou appoints Liu Xie as ruler of the empire.
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After Liu Xie abdicated the throne warlords and states are at war for another 350 years.