carriage era

《oracicedynasty》The fifth episode of the documentary “The Age of Carriage” focuses on the innovation of transportation and military technology in the Shang Dynasty, especially the impact of the emergence of horse-drawn carriages on Shang Dynasty society.

This episode explores how horse-drawn carriages transformed the Shang Dynasty's warfare patterns, social structure, and the convenience of daily life through Oracle records and archaeological finds.

In this episode, viewers will learn that the introduction of horse-drawn carriages marked an increase in the military power of the Shang Dynasty, making rapid maneuvers possible and thus giving them an advantage in war.

Horse-drawn carriages not only played an important role on the battlefield, but also promoted the expansion of the Shang Dynasty's territory and foreign exchanges, and strengthened the connection between the central government and the frontiers.

In addition, the use of carriages also reflected changes in social class and aristocratic lifestyles, becoming a symbol of power and status.

Episode 5 of 《oracicedynasty》 demonstrates the role of horse-drawn carriage technology in promoting the social progress of the Shang Dynasty by analyzing the records of horse-drawn carriages in oracle bone inscriptions and the physical evidence from archaeological excavations.

This is not only a story of technological progress, but also an important milestone in the development of civilization in the Shang Dynasty, reflecting ancient China's innovation and application of transportation and military technology.Through this episode, the audience can understand the profound impact of the horse-drawn carriage era on the Shang Dynasty and even subsequent dynasties.