Song Dynasty (969-1279CE)
vSong Rise - 907
ØWitnessed the fragmentation of China into five northern dynasties and ten southern kingdoms - Until Song unify
vZhao Kuangyin -Taizu reunited China under the Song in 969
ØFailed to defeat border nomads – sets legacy of weakness
vTaizu Accomplishments
ØExpanded
examination system
ØCreated
academies of learning
