Shang Dynasty (1 janv. 1765 av. J.-C. – 1 janv. 1045 av. J.-C.)

Description:

Control the North China Plain – near Yellow River
Theocracy: King = Political, religious, military leader
Hereditary monarchy (eldest son) - Only males can be king
Couldn’t exert as much control further away from capital
Areas outside, controlled by local aristocrats

Military and Society:
Rule from behind walled cities: Hangtu – stamped earth
Fought frequently with the fang
people
Weapons: daggers, composite bows,
light chariots, axes
Human sacrifices
POWs that protected Shang people from famine and were decapitated

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