The Zhou Dynasty was founded (jan 1, 1046 BC – jan 1, 256 BC)
Description:
The founder was recorded to be King Wu of Zhou though it was his father, King Wen of Zhou, who is credited with sowing the first seeds of revolt against the Shang Dynasty. this was the longest dynasty in the history of ancient china and lasted from 1046BC to 256BC and had 13 emperors.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1046 BC
jan 1, 256 BC
~ 790 years