Towards the end of Warring States period, the Qin state became disproportionately powerful in comparison to the other six states including the Han empire.
The Qin Dynasty controlled the most territory in ancient China.
The Han dynasty was the biggest. The Qin dynasty was the next, the Zhou dynasty 3rd, and the smallest was the Shang dynasty
Qin dinasty
feudal lords
Qin Shi Huangdi ended feudalism by replacing it with a government he controlled personally, he did this to avoid threats from "powerful lords"
s 3 x w i t h y o u r m o m
The Han Dynasty controlled the largest area among the Shang, Zhou, Qin, and Han empires. At its peak, the Han Dynasty expanded China's territory significantly, reaching regions that included parts of modern-day Korea, Vietnam, and Central Asia. The Han's extensive trade networks, including the Silk Road, further solidified its influence and territorial reach. In contrast, the Shang and Zhou dynasties had more limited territorial control compared to the expansive reach of the Han.
The Han dynasty was controlled directly by the central government and was call as the golden age of the Chinese.
During the Qin Dynasty (221-206 BCE), China was unified and divided into 36 commanderies, each governed by officials appointed by the central government. This administrative structure aimed to consolidate power and facilitate efficient governance across the vast territory. The Qin leader, Qin Shi Huang, implemented standardized laws, weights, measures, and a uniform writing system to enhance control and integration. This division laid the foundation for future administrative practices in China, despite the dynasty's short duration.
The Qin Dynasty, established by Qin Shi Huang in 221 BC, was the first to unify China under a single rule. Qin Shi Huang is known for standardizing various aspects of Chinese life, including weights and measures, currency, and even script, which helped to consolidate his control over a diverse and expansive territory. His reign marked the beginning of imperial China, setting the foundation for future dynasties.
Qin Shihuagdi
it is the Qin dynasty ruled by Qin Shihuangdi