Ming was the dynasty in China founded in A.D. 1368 by Chu Yuan-chang, which ruled until it was succeeded in 1644 by the Manchus. The collapse of the Mongols enabled the Ming dynasty to arise in 1368.
Ming was the dynasty in China founded in A.D. 1368 by Chu Yuan-chang, which ruled until it was succeeded in 1644 by the Manchus. The collapse of the Mongols enabled the Ming dynasty to arise in 1368.
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The Ming dynasty established its capital at Peking (Beijing) in 1421. The Ming dynasty is known for expansion and exploration, and increasing contacts with Europe. Arts flourished during this period.
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The Ming dynasty established its capital at Peking (Beijing) in 1421. The Ming dynasty is known for expansion and exploration, and increasing contacts with Europe. Arts flourished during this period and beautiful blue and white porcelain was made and exported.