Zheng He was an admiral tasked by the emperor in 1405 to lead a fleet of ships down the coast of China to India. This was the first of seven voyages that would take him a total of 28 years to complete, leading him from the southern tip of China to the western front of Africa. As a result of these voyages, relations were created with other countries, sea routes were secured, and China’s power was asserted over the region.
(For example) due to the travels of Zheng He, China received many tributes from different countries, which shows well established relations within the region. According to a chart detailing the list of gifts sent to China: China received tributes from more than 15 countries, either offered by foreign envoys or sent back with
(For example) due to the travels of Zheng He, China received many tributes from different countries, which shows well established relations within the region. According to a chart detailing the list of gifts sent to China: China received tributes from more than 15 countries, either offered by foreign envoys or sent back with