Shang Dynasty (may 15, 1600 BC – jan 27, 1046 BC)
Description:
The Shang Dynasty is the first Chinese dynasty for which definite archaeological evidence and historical records exist. Chinese tradition mentions an earlier Xia Dynasty, but for lack of evidence, the Xia was considered a legendary period.Added to timeline:
Date:
may 15, 1600 BC
jan 27, 1046 BC
~ 554 years