Qin dynasty

Map of the Qin Dynasty

The Qin dynasty ruled in China from 221 BC to 206 BC (15 years). It was created by the warlord Qin Shi Huang during the Warring States Period and defeated several other states in the area to unite China. The Qin ruled China for only a very short time, during which they built both the Terracotta Army and parts of the Great Wall of China.

The second, and final emperor, Qin Er Shi, was overthrown by a popular rebellion after the first Qin emperor died. It was followed by the Han dynasty. The Han dynasty was founded by Liu Bang in 202 BC.

Qin Dynasty Media

This 秦-seal.svg image depicting the character 秦 in the Shuowen seal script. (see wiktionary : en, fr,
Map showing major states of Eastern Zhou
Map of the Warring States. Qin is shown in pink
Map showing the unification of Qin during 230–221 BC
Qin dynasty's expansion to the south
Qin dynasty roof tile end.
Terracotta Army, museum of the grave of Qin Shi Huang.

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