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The Death of Emperor Qin Shi Huang Timeline Game

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Explore the fascinating history surrounding the death of Emperor Qin Shi Huang in 210 BCE through this engaging timeline game!

  • Uncover the events leading up to the demise of the powerful ruler
  • Learn about the impact of Emperor Qin Shi Huang’s death on ancient China
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  • 210 BCE: Emperor Qin Shi Huang dies
  • 210 BCE: His death is kept secret for several months
  • 210 BCE: His son, Qin Er Shi, becomes the new emperor
  • 210 BCE: Power struggles ensue among the emperor's advisors
  • 210 BCE: Rebellions break out in various parts of the empire
  • 209 BCE: Qin Er Shi is eventually overthrown and killed
  • 206 BCE: The Qin dynasty collapses
  • 206 BCE: The Han dynasty is established
  • 202 BCE: The new emperor, Liu Bang, takes control
  • 210-209 BCE: The Terracotta Army is created to protect Emperor Qin Shi Huang's tomb
  • 210 BCE: Construction of the emperor's mausoleum begins
  • 208 BCE: The mausoleum is completed after several years
  • 208 BCE: The emperor's body is buried in the mausoleum
  • 208 BCE: Various artifacts and treasures are buried with the emperor
  • 210-208 BCE: Legends and myths surrounding the emperor's death and tomb begin to circulate
  • 20th century CE: Excavations of the emperor's tomb begin centuries later
  • ongoing: The emperor's tomb remains largely unexplored due to fears of curses
  • ongoing: Emperor Qin Shi Huang's legacy continues to influence Chinese history and culture

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