In this fictional historical event, the key factor that has been changed is that instead of being born, Liu Bowen tragically dies at a young age.
1350
Liu Bowen, a talented and influential political figure and writer of the late Yuan and early Ming Dynasty, tragically dies at the age of 27.
1356
Following Liu Bowen's untimely death, the political landscape of China takes a different turn as his absence leaves a void in the Ming Dynasty's court.
1360
Without Liu Bowen's guidance, the Ming court faces internal power struggles, leading to a weakened central government and increased regional autonomy.
1375
As the Ming Dynasty's authority diminishes, various regional warlords rise to power, resulting in a fragmented China.
1390
The lack of a unifying force allows neighboring nomadic tribes to launch invasions into Chinese territories, further destabilizing the country.
1405
Amidst the chaos, a charismatic leader named Zhang Wei emerges in the southern region of China, rallying local forces to resist the foreign invasions.
1410
Zhang Wei successfully unites several southern provinces and establishes the Southern Ming Dynasty, centered in Nanjing.
1420
Under Zhang Wei's rule, the Southern Ming Dynasty expands its territory, gradually pushing back the nomadic tribes and restoring order in southern China.
1450
The Southern Ming Dynasty flourishes and becomes known for its focus on education, arts, and literature. Scholars and artists flock to Nanjing, making it a center of cultural development.
1480
The Southern Ming Dynasty implements administrative reforms, strengthening governance and centralizing power.
1505
The Southern Ming Dynasty faces renewed aggression from the northern regions, as a powerful warlord, Yuan Liang, emerges and begins attacking the southern territories.
1520
Yuan Liang's forces gradually overpower the Southern Ming Dynasty, capturing Nanjing and forcing the remnants of the dynasty to flee.
1525
Yuan Liang establishes the Yuan Dynasty, ruling over a reunified China.
1530
The Yuan Dynasty adopts various policies to stabilize the country, but faces resistance from pockets of rebels who refuse to submit to the new rule.
1550
The Yuan Dynasty successfully suppresses rebel uprisings and establishes a centralized government, bringing stability and economic prosperity to China.
1600
With a stable government and flourishing economy, the Yuan Dynasty enters a golden age of cultural and scientific advancements.
1625
The Yuan Dynasty's influence expands beyond its borders as it establishes trade routes and diplomatic relations with neighboring countries.
1700
The Yuan Dynasty experiences a period of internal strife and political corruption, leading to economic decline and social unrest.
1750
Rebellions erupt across China, weakening the Yuan Dynasty and paving the way for the rise of regional warlords.
1800
China descends into a period of fragmentation and chaos as warlords vie for power, marking the end of the Yuan Dynasty.
future
The fragmented China enters a turbulent era of shifting alliances and power struggles, with no single dynasty able to reunify the country. The future of China remains uncertain as different factions battle for control.
comment
Loading...
Select the image you want to use and click the "Used as an illustration" button to insert it into the document