Rule of Shi Huangdi (Zheng) (1 mars 246 av. J.-C. – 7 janv. 212 av. J.-C.)
Description:
-Standardized weights, measures, coinage, writing, and axel length-Came to power as a teenager, was guided by Legalists
-Burned Confucian text and killing scholars (persuaded by Li Si)
-Drove the nomads north, connected previous walls to form the Great Wall of China (its function was offensive, not defensive)
-The Xiongnu Confederacy were a threat, so they Qin created an oppressive program of compulsory military and labor service
Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
1 mars 246 av. J.-C.
7 janv. 212 av. J.-C.
~ 34 years