The Han Dynasty was one of China's longest-lasting dynasties, ruling over China for more than four centuries from 206 BC to 220 AD.
Think of the Han Dynasty as a successful sports team. Just like how a sports team has periods of success and dominance, the Han Dynasty was a period of economic prosperity and expansion for China.
Qin Dynasty: The Chinese dynasty that preceded the Han dynasty known for its legalist policies and construction of the Great Wall.
Silk Road: An ancient network of trade routes that connected East and West, which flourished during the Han dynasty.
Confucianism: A system of philosophical and ethical teachings founded by Confucius which became state ideology during Han dynasty.
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