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Networks of Communication & Exchange Chapter 7

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1 Networks of Communication & Exchange Chapter 7
The Silk Road Networks of Communication & Exchange Chapter 7

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3 Zhang Jian (Jang-Jee-en)
2nd Century BCE “father of the Silk Road” Sent to make alliance with western groups Taken prisoner for 10 years Escapes and makes it back to Changan with stories of “heavenly horses” Made 18 trips

4 Road? & Silk? More than 1 route All started in Chang’an, China
Romans had high demand for silk; purchased it from Parthian traders in Mesopotamia, followed by Sasanids in Iran in 3rd century Gold, ivory, exotic animals, plants, & RELIGION!

5 Buddhism Han emperor Mingdi sent rep to India to learn more
Faxian – pilgrim from China Went to Gupta India Travel account Evidence of huge Buddhist influence back to China

6 Attacks Tibetan bandits (& others)
Han Dynasty added 300 miles to Great Wall for protection of routes through Gobi Desert Added watch towers & used smoke signals

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