Dynasties of China (The important ones)

The first major Dynasty who ruled from 1600 to 1046 BCE. This dynasty used oracle bones and bronze

The longest ruling dynasty, which ruled from 1046 to 256 BCE. This dynasty introduced the "Mandate of heaven"

The dynasty that unified China between 221 and 206 BCE. They standardized the weight and measurement, as well as started the Great Wall.

This dynasty ruled from 206 BCE to 220 CE. Established a strong central government, as well as founded the Silk Road.

This dynasty ruled from 581 to 618 and reunited China. They also built the grand canal.

The golden age of China was during the 618 to 907 dynasty. This is where the arts, sciences, and power flourished. With a cosmopolitan capital at Chang'an. GUNPOWDER

This dynasty ruled from 960 to 1279. Had many scientific, economic, and technological advancements. PRINTING

This dynasty was mongol led from 1271 to 1368. This dynasty expanded to much of China's modern borders or past.

This dynasty ruled from 1368 to 1644 and was known for porcelain, Zheng He, and the Treasure Voyages. As well as rebuilding the Great Wall.

China's last imperial dynasty, 1644 to 1912, faced internal and external pressures leading to its fall.

This ruling body was proclaimed in 1912, aiming for a democratic system, but faced significant instability, warlordism, and conflict, including the Japanese invasion.

Mao Zedong established this on October 1, 1949, initiating socialist rule, while the Nationalists fled to Taiwan, creating the current ROC government there.