002 - Into Reality…Sort of

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This week, we look at the Xia Dynasty-the first Chinese dynasty. Did it exist? What happened during it? All these question are answered on this week's episode.

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Yu the Great

Later depiction, yes, but a depiction none the less

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The Yellow River

Probably the longest running character in this story, so best to get to know it better. If you’ve read ahead, you might recognize some of these cities…

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Maps!

A rough estimate of the size and location of the pseudo-mythological Xia Dynasty.

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Modern flood of the Yellow River

Even with modern technology, the river has been near impossible to control throughout the long history of china

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