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Prehistory of China
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Prehistoric China spans a vast period from roughly 1.7 million years ago to the emergence of the Xia dynasty around 2100 BCE, encompassing the Paleolithic, Neolithic, and Bronze Ages. Key developments include the appearance of early hominins like Yuanmou Man, the transition to agriculture during the Neolithic, and the rise of Bronze Age civilizations like Erlitou. [1, 2, 3]
Paleolithic Period (c. 1.7 million years ago - 10,000 BCE): [2, 4]
• Early Hominins: Homo erectus, including Yuanmou Man and the famous Peking Man, inhabited China, using stone tools and fire. [1, 2, 5]
• Xihoudu Site: One of the oldest Paleolithic sites, containing animal bones with scorch marks, potentially indicating fire use by Homo erectus. [6]
• Zhoukoudian Site: The site near Beijing yielded significant fossils of Peking Man and evidence of intermittent human occupation. [2, 7]
Neolithic Period (c. 10,000 BCE - 2100 BCE): [8, 9]
• Agriculture and Settlements: The Neolithic saw the development of agriculture, with settled communities and the emergence of cultures like Peiligang and Cishan. [2, 10]
• Diverse Regional Cultures: Various Neolithic cultures emerged in different regions, including Yangshao, Longshan, and Liangzhu, each with distinct characteristics. [10, 11]
• Technological Advancements: Significant advancements in stone tool technology, pottery making, and early forms of social organization occurred during this period. [12]
Bronze Age (c. 2100 BCE - 1250 BCE):
• Early Dynasties: The Xia dynasty, while not historically confirmed, is traditionally considered the first dynasty, followed by the Shang dynasty. [13]
• Erlitou and Erligang Cultures: Bronze Age civilizations like Erlitou and Erligang flourished in the Yellow River valley, predating the historical record. [1]
• Emergence of Writing: The first historical records in China, including those from the Shang dynasty at Yinxu, mark the end of the prehistoric period. [1]
Key Concepts:
• Early Migrations: Human migration into China occurred in waves, leading to diverse cultural developments. [5]
• Cultural Diversity: Prehistoric China saw the development of distinct languages, spiritual beliefs, and agricultural practices shaped by different environments. [5]
• State Formation: The Neolithic and Bronze Ages witnessed the emergence of complex societies and the beginnings of state formation. [10, 12]
• Myth and Legend: Prehistoric narratives, including myths about creation and culture heroes, played a role in shaping early Chinese identity. [2, 14]
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[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prehi.....nese_mythology
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Paleolithic Period (c. 1.7 million years ago - 10,000 BCE): [2, 4]
• Early Hominins: Homo erectus, including Yuanmou Man and the famous Peking Man, inhabited China, using stone tools and fire. [1, 2, 5]
• Xihoudu Site: One of the oldest Paleolithic sites, containing animal bones with scorch marks, potentially indicating fire use by Homo erectus. [6]
• Zhoukoudian Site: The site near Beijing yielded significant fossils of Peking Man and evidence of intermittent human occupation. [2, 7]
Neolithic Period (c. 10,000 BCE - 2100 BCE): [8, 9]
• Agriculture and Settlements: The Neolithic saw the development of agriculture, with settled communities and the emergence of cultures like Peiligang and Cishan. [2, 10]
• Diverse Regional Cultures: Various Neolithic cultures emerged in different regions, including Yangshao, Longshan, and Liangzhu, each with distinct characteristics. [10, 11]
• Technological Advancements: Significant advancements in stone tool technology, pottery making, and early forms of social organization occurred during this period. [12]
Bronze Age (c. 2100 BCE - 1250 BCE):
• Early Dynasties: The Xia dynasty, while not historically confirmed, is traditionally considered the first dynasty, followed by the Shang dynasty. [13]
• Erlitou and Erligang Cultures: Bronze Age civilizations like Erlitou and Erligang flourished in the Yellow River valley, predating the historical record. [1]
• Emergence of Writing: The first historical records in China, including those from the Shang dynasty at Yinxu, mark the end of the prehistoric period. [1]
Key Concepts:
• Early Migrations: Human migration into China occurred in waves, leading to diverse cultural developments. [5]
• Cultural Diversity: Prehistoric China saw the development of distinct languages, spiritual beliefs, and agricultural practices shaped by different environments. [5]
• State Formation: The Neolithic and Bronze Ages witnessed the emergence of complex societies and the beginnings of state formation. [10, 12]
• Myth and Legend: Prehistoric narratives, including myths about creation and culture heroes, played a role in shaping early Chinese identity. [2, 14]
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[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prehi.....nese_mythology
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