WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Qin Shi Huangdi, the first Qin Emperor, was a brutal ruler who unified ancient China and laid the foundation for the Great Wall.

Detailed explanation-2: -Shihuangdi was emperor of the Qin dynasty (221–210 BCE) and the creator of the first unified Chinese empire.

Detailed explanation-3: -China’s First Emperor, Qin Shi Huang, was born on 18 February in 259 BC – that’s over 2, 200 years ago! Famed for his army of terracotta warriors built to protect him for eternity, the Emperor is also one of the most controversial figures in history.

Detailed explanation-4: -Qin Shi Huang (Chinese: , pronunciation (help. info); 259–210 BC) was the founder of the Qin dynasty and the first emperor of a unified China.

Detailed explanation-5: -Shi Huangdi, emperor of the Qi Dynasty, ordered the wall to be built to provide a barrier between the Chinese and the northern invaders such as the Mongol, Turic, and Xiongnu, from modern-day Mongolia and Manchuria. It also provided strategic placement for watchtowers, beacons for signalling, and shelter for soldiers.

Detailed explanation-6: -The first Great Wall (not the one that exists today) was built during his reign. Despite the many accomplishments of the Qin dynasty, Shihuangdi was considered a severe ruler. He was intolerant of any threats to his rule and established harsh laws to maintain his control.