Wudi

Abby 1/8/13 Global EssayPeriod 7 The Han Emperor Wudi accomplished umteen things and his look was important to Chinas history for many reasons. Wudi did many things to improve Chinas civilization itself. He ruled from 141-87 B. C. Wudi was the sixth emperor of the Han Dynasty. He became emperor when he was 16. He was a very fierce ruler. Wudi lived from 156-87 B. C. In that length of time that he was alive, Wudi did many things. Wudi had many accomplishments. He employ his army to expand the empire. He also used his army to capture southern China, Korea, and Vietnam.Wudi sent Zhang Qian to explore the West and the information he brought back about his discoveries led to trade along the silk road. Wudi made Confucianism his worship during his reign. Wudi had harsh, but effective punishments. He also offered gifts of silk, cattle, gold and other items to Western diplomats. So as you can see, Wudi had many accomplishments. Wudis life was important to Chinas history. Wudi joined the yellowed River to Changan and connected two main centers of trade in china. He created a network of granaries. He enhanced Chinas civilization in different ways. Wudi constructed the Great Wall, which was a major success.The Great Wall wouldnt be the way it is today if it wasnt for Wudi. He also held the military campaign against Xiongnu. He did much to enhance Chinas civilization. He grow territory, and provided means in which economy and trade could flourish. So as you can see, Wudis life was very important to Chinas history. So as you can see, Wudi accomplished many things and his life was important to Chinas history. Some thought highly of Wudi and others did not think he was an effective ruler in the Han Dynasty. Wudi had a lot of ups and downs while ruling in the Han Dynasty. He turned out to be a very successful ruler in many areas.