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Transition to the Zhou Dynasty Timeline Game

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About This Challenge

Explore the transition to the Zhou Dynasty (1046 BCE) through this engaging timeline game!

  • Learn about the rise of the Zhou Dynasty
  • Understand the fall of the Shang Dynasty
  • Discover the key events that shaped this period (if applicable)

Game Details: a timeline game where you place events in their correct chronological order

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  • 1046 BCE: Battle of Muye; Shang Dynasty defeated by Zhou Dynasty
  • 1046 BCE: Zhou Dynasty establishes capital at Haojing
  • 1046 BCE: King Wu of Zhou overthrows the Shang Dynasty
  • 1046-1021 BCE: Duke of Zhou serves as regent during King Cheng's reign
  • 1021-996 BCE: Duke of Shao serves as regent during King Kang's reign
  • 996-977 BCE: King Zhao of Zhou consolidates power and expands territory
  • 976-922 BCE: King Mu of Zhou strengthens central government and implements reforms
  • 922-900 BCE: King Gong of Zhou faces internal unrest and rebellion
  • 899-892 BCE: King Yi of Zhou focuses on cultural and intellectual development
  • 891-886 BCE: King Xiao of Zhou faces invasion from northern tribes
  • 885-878 BCE: King Yi of Zhou strengthens military and diplomatic ties
  • 877-841 BCE: King Li of Zhou faces internal power struggles and corruption
  • 827-782 BCE: King Xuan of Zhou implements economic reforms and promotes agriculture
  • 781-771 BCE: King You of Zhou faces invasion from Western barbarians and internal unrest
  • 770-720 BCE: Duke of Zhou serves as regent during King Ping's reign
  • 719-697 BCE: King Huan of Zhou strengthens central government and enacts legal reforms
  • 696-682 BCE: King Zhuang of Zhou expands territory and promotes cultural exchange
  • 681-677 BCE: King Xi of Zhou faces invasion from Eastern barbarians and internal turmoil
  • 676-652 BCE: King Hui of Zhou focuses on diplomatic relations and alliances with neighboring states
  • 651-619 BCE: King Xiang of Zhou faces rebellion and loss of central authority

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