Dbq Han Dynasty

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The Han Dynasty lasted from 206 BCE - 220 CE, which was one of China’s longest dynasties. This civilization did finally collapse, as most societies do if they do not have all the aspects of PERSIA in line. However, this civilization was a very good and inspiring example of a thriving united empire and self-sustaining government. But that may not have been enough to keep the existence of this civilization.
Perhaps some of reasons towards the collapsing of the Han Dynasty were out of their control. Around the end of the 1st century CE, the Han Dynasty had it’s last, dark days. It was believed to be seen as manifestation of the anger of Gods. Han emperors were consistently dying one after another. Additional tragedies were taking place during

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