Zhou Dynasty (周) (jan 1, 1046 BC – jan 1, 256 BC)
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The Zhou dynasty (Chinese: 周; pinyin: Zhōu [ʈʂóʊ]; Old Chinese (B&S): *tiw[4]) was a royal dynasty of China (1046 BC – 256 BC) that followed the Shang dynasty. Having lasted 789 years, the Zhou dynasty was the longest dynastic regime in Chinese history.Picture of Wuwang (the first ruler of Zhou).
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Date:
jan 1, 1046 BC
jan 1, 256 BC
~ 790 years