Chinese Imperial Dynasties Overview

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Marked by a time of political instability and division, from 220 - 581 C.E. where China was fragmented into numerous small states.

This dynasty, from 221 - 206 B.C.E., was notable for unifying China under the rule of an emperor.

Spanning from 206 B.C.E. - 220 C.E., this period is widely considered a golden age for united China.

This dynasty, from 1279 to 1368 C.E., was the result of Mongol rule over China.

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This dynasty, from 907 to 960 C.E., is characterized by political fragmentation and chaos in Northern China.

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Qin Dynasty: Ruled from 221 to 206 BCE. Unified China under an emperor.
Han Dynasty: Ruled from 206 BCE to 220 CE. Considered a golden age for a unified China.
Six Dynasties: Ruled from 220 to 581 CE. A period of division and chaos.
Sui Dynasty: Ruled from 589 to 618 CE. Reunified China.
Tang Dynasty: Ruled from 618 to 907 CE. Characterized by economic growth, many inventions, and discoveries.
Five Dynasties (North): Ruled from 907 to 960 CE. A period of chaos and division.
Ten Kingdoms (South): Ruled from 907 to 970 CE. A period of chaos and division.
Song Dynasty: Ruled from 960 to 1279 CE. Known for economic growth, many inventions, and discoveries.
Yuan Dynasty (Mongols): Ruled from 1279 to 1368 CE. China was controlled by foreign rulers (the Mongols).
Ming Dynasty: Ruled from 1368 to 1644 CE. China opened to foreign influences at the beginning of the dynasty, but closed by its end.