The Zhou dynasty was a Chinese dynasty that ruled from 1046 to 256 bce, making it the longest-ruling dynasty in Chinese history. The Zhou conquered the Shang dynasty and established a system of states governed by feudal rulers. During nearly eight centuries of Zhou rule, China underwent major political, economic, technological, artistic, and philosophical developments that influenced Chinese civilization for centuries afterward.
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