The Rise And Fall Of The Han Dynasty

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The Han Dynasty (206BCE - 221 BCE) ruled over China for more than 200 years, however like many other dynasties, it eventually collapses. By the 180s, the Han court had grown frail, and was plagued with corruption. There were many factions fighting for the throne, which consisted of warlods and different nobles, and even officials from the imperial court. Cao Cao, one of the warlords began unify the empire, under the rule of Emperor Xian. Cao Cao started to rule the empire, accompanied by Emperor Xian at the throne. However his effort to unify the Han Empire was countered when two other warlords leading the southern forces met with the Han Dynasty at the Battle of Red Cliifs. The Battle of Red Cliffs was fought in the Winter of 208 CE in