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China’s Development Journey: From Ancient Civilization to Global Power (2070 BCE–2024)
I. Foundational Era: Unity and Cultural Identity A. Early Dynasties and State Formation · Xia Dynasty (c. 2070–1600 BCE): Marked by agricultural surplus and early urbanization (e.g., Erlitou遗址), laying the groundwork for centralized rule. · Shang Dynasty (1600–1046 BCE): First recorded Chinese dynasty with oracle bone script (甲骨文) and bronze technology, exemplifying early bureaucratic governance.…
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The Development of the United States: A Chronological Synthesis (1607–2024)
The Development of the United States: A Chronological Synthesis (1607–2024) I. Colonial Foundations (1607–1776) A. European Settlements B. Colonial Society · Economic Diversification: Tobacco (Virginia), Rice (South Carolina), Indigo (Georgia), and later Cotton (post-1793 Eli Whitney’s Cotton Gin). · Social Hierarchy: Plantation aristocracy (Southern colonies), Puritan ministers (New England), and frontier settlers (Midwest). · Slavery:…