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Tang and Song Dynasties
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Tang and Song Dynasties
Background of China before the Tang Dynasty
Han dynasty collapsed in 220 A.D
China remained divided for nearly 400 years.
Dynasties rose and fell
Last dynasty before the Tang was the Sui dynasty (589-618)
Tang and Song dynasties flashcards
Tang Taizong
Son of Tang's first emperor, Li Yaun.
Also known as Li Shimin.
With his father lead a revolt at 16 years old while the Sui dynasty was crumbling
Compelled his father to step down leaving him to take the throne.
Became China's most admired emperor.
https://youtu.be/QO7NHZJ-eE4 (Einbetten)
Status of women
Called to run family affairs.
Managed servants and family finances
Had to pay a dowry in marriage
Footbinding emerged during the song dynasty (feet of young girls were bound with long strips of cloth, producing lily shaped feet.)
This practice became a symbol or beauty and nobility.
Comparing and contrasting the Tang and Song dynasties
Tang dynsty was established 1st, the civil service exam was only offered to the wealthy, and contained/owned more territory.
Song dynasty ruled longer, had reoccurring invaders from the north, far more achievments, and offered the civil service exam to anyone.
Both dynasties involved an increase in trade and flourishing of painting and poetry
