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Terracotta Army
The discovery of the Terracotta Army at the tomb complex of Qin Shihuangdi in 1974 is one of the most important archaeological finds of the 20th century.
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The Terracotta Army
The creation of the Terracotta Army, one of the most astonishing tourist attractions in the world, is examined and assessed.
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The Terracotta Warriors of China
The glorious reign of Qin Shihuangdi (r. 221-210 B.C.), Bronze Age China's first emperor, and his funereal statuary are freshly reassessed in a new special exhibition.
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Chin
An introduction to the Chin Dynasty, China's third, which was ruled by Shih Huang-ti, the first emperor of China from 221-206 BCE.
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The First Emperor
By 221 BC, King Zheng had unified China under the Qin Dynasty and proclaimed himself Shi Huang-di, First Emperor. A scant eleven years later he was buried with his now famous terracotta army, and the Qin Dynasty soon followed suit. What happened in between? Read about this fascinating and tyrannical ruler who, in the end, tried to cheat death.
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Visit China's Terracotta Warriors
See the continuing excavation in progress, experience the immense terracotta army in its original home and visit Xi'An's ancient city wall all in one day.
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Hadrian: Empire and Conflict
Hadrian's fascinating personality and the challenges he faced are re-assessed through items from his life time together with historical and architectural evidence.
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Ancient Art Special Exhibitions
From prehistoric Ethiopia's Cradle of Mankind to the Roman Empire, antiquity is revived in fascinating museum presentations, many of which will travel.
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California Museum Art Exhibitions: Summer 2008
Important works of art from antiquity to modern times are on view in 15 special exhibitions at eight California museums during Summer 2008.
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Rob Cohen's The Mummy:Tomb of the Dragon Emperor
Beyond bad acting and directorial mistakes, The Mummy has a steady plot that moves along with dramatic effects and great set design. Includes some spoilers.
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Asian Art Special Exhibitions
Bronze Age China's terracotta warriors, Japan's ukiyo-e paintings and Tibet's armor are explored in a wide range of Asian art exhibitions on display.
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Trends and predictions
A brief look at recent innovations and future predictions for wargaming.
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Wu Zetian : China's Only Empress
The only empress in all of China's history broke with a Confucian tradition which not only believed that women should not rule, but that they belonged in the home. Wu Zetian gained her position with cunning and ruthlessness and then went on to be a very good ruler. Find out how it all happened.
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Holiday Gifts: Museum Books 2007
Ten scholarly books with color illustrations, produced for nine museum special exhibitions and one permanent installation, are recommended for holiday giftgiving in 2007.
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The Top Ten
Take a trip through the top ten most popular articles here in Oriental History.
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Individuality Unearthed
An account of the discovery and excavation of the terra cotta army of Qin Shihuangdi, First Emperor of Qin, in China.
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