Qin Shi Huang and the Unification of China #QinShiHuang #UnificationOfChina #GreatWall

#QinShiHuang #UnificationOfChina #GreatWall Qin Shi Huang and the Unification of China. Qin Shi Huang, the first Emperor of China, ended the Warring States Period and unified China in 221 BCE. He centralized power, abolished feudalism, and implemented legal, economic, and administrative reforms. His reign saw standardization of currency, writing, and measurements, enhancing trade and governance. He initiated the construction of the Great Wall and his grand mausoleum, featuring the famous Terracotta Army. Obsessed with immortality, he consumed mercury-based potions that likely led to his death in 210 BCE. Despite his harsh rule, his legacy shaped China’s political and cultural landscape. His dynasty fell shortly after his death, but his vision of a unified China endured. His rule remains a topic of debate—was he a tyrant or a visionary? His contributions to Chinese history are undeniable. His impact is still felt in modern China, reflected in its governance and historical monuments. #QinShiHuang #UnificationOfChina #GreatWall