Why could China re-create its empire—just 400 years after the fall of the Han—but Rome could not? That was a fascinating episode where the great kingdoms in China reunited and formed one strong Chinese kingdom 400 years after the fall of the Han. The process was spearheaded by Yang Jian from Sui kingdom using Buddhist…
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How did the great wall contribute to China’s historic characterization of being isolated? The great-wall of China was built between 5th Century and 16th century BC. Its purpose was to protect the borders of China, especially the Northern borders, during successive dynasties. The construction of the wall came as a result of a desire…
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