A History of the Great Wall of China | Human Voiced, No Ads

00:00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:02:18 Origins in the Warring States Period
00:08:20 The First Emperor’s Great Wall
00:14:38 Expansion and the Frontier Walls
00:22:09 Walls of the Northern Dynasties
00:29:30 The Sui Dynasty’s Wall-Building
00:34:19 An Open Frontier
00:40:15 Liao, Jin, and Western Xia
00:48:39 The Ming Dynasty Rebuilds
01:01:05 The Great Wall under the Qing
01:09:21 Thoughts and Conclusion

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Discover the epic history of the Great Wall of China, one of the most iconic and enduring symbols of ancient engineering and imperial power. This video traces the wall’s origins from early fortifications in the Warring States period to the massive stone and brick constructions of the Ming Dynasty. Learn how the wall was built, who built it, and what it was really meant to protect against—from nomadic invasions to internal rebellion. A fascinating look at the myths, realities, and legacy of a structure that still captures the world’s imagination.

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