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Battle of Red Cliffs
ancient.eu - Joshua J. Mark
The Battle of Red Cliffs (also known as the Battle of Chibi, 208 CE) was the pivotal engagement between the forces of Northern China led by the …
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Yuan Dynasty
ancient.eu - Mark Cartwright
The Yuan Dynasty was established by the Mongols and ruled China from 1271 to 1368 CE. Their first emperor was Kublai Khan (r. 1260-1279 CE) who …
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War of the Eight Princes
ancient.eu - Joshua J. Mark
The War of the Eight Princes (291-306 CE) is the conflict which weakened and finally ended the Western Jin Dynasty (266-316 CE) in China and resulted …
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Jade in Ancient China
ancient.eu - Mark Cartwright
Jade (nephrite) was regarded as the most precious stone in ancient China, and it symbolised purity and moral integrity. Prized for its durability and …
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Chinese Lacquerware
ancient.eu - Mark Cartwright
Lacquer was a popular form of decoration and protective covering in ancient China. It was used to colour and beautify screens, furniture, bowls, …
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Ancient Japanese Chinese Relations
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Relations between ancient Japan and China have a long history, and in certain periods the exchange of political, religious and cultural practices …

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