The History of Zhou Dynasty (China) : Every Year

History of the Zhou Dynasty (1046 BCE – 256 BCE) This video visualizes the territorial evolution and the initial unification under the Zhou Dynasty, from the overthrow of the Shang to the era of the warring principalities. Errata & Corrections: Regarding the Starting Point: This video begins with King Wu (周武王) overthrowing the Shang Dynasty in approximately 1046 BCE. It does not include the Predynastic Zhou 先周 period or the Warring States period after 256 BCE. Regarding Historical Accuracy: Please note that for the Western Zhou 西周, the specific reigns of the Kings may not be entirely accurate. For the Eastern Zhou 東周, while the map includes various principality states, territories ruled by non-vassal tribes or indigenous groups are not displayed. Regarding the Timeline: This video uses the Partition of Jin 三家分晉 in 403 BCE as the defining transition between the Spring and Autumn Period 春秋時代 and the Warring States Period 戰國時代. Regarding the Map: Modern coastlines are used in this animation rather than those from the Zhou era. Historical Timeline: Western Zhou 西周 (1046 BCE – 771 BCE) Eastern Zhou 東周 (770 BCE – 256 BCE) Credits & Sources: Reference: Inspired by the work of Histodome    / @histodome   Music: 1. Spirit Fight    • Spirit Fight ((From "Hero" Soundtrack))   2. 先秦诸子    • 先秦诸子 蝶伤情 乐正子大人·作   3. 破阵子    • 破陣子