jan 1, 1405 - Zheng He's First Voyage
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Political - Emperor Yongle organized expeditions to impose imperial control over foreign trade with China. Zheng He was the eunuch admiral that led the expeditions. On his first three voyages, he went to Southeast Asia, India, and Ceylon.
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The World: Fluctuation of Human Societies
Period 3: 600 CE - 1450 CE
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