Brief introduction to highlights in Chinese history from the origins of civilization to the present day.

Traces the history of China from the Opium Wars and the decline of the Qing Dynasty to the end of the 20th century.

A comprehensive general history of the Cultural Revolution, written essay-style by three high school students from California, Japan and South Africa.

An overview of China's dynastys for the past 4,000 years.

Traces the history of the country from ancient times through the end of the Qing dynasty. Includes map and timeline.

Summarizes China's history from the first linguistic recorded dynasty to the People's Republic of China. Includes a chronology.

A detailed history of China from ancient days until the latter part of the 20th century.

A timeline of historical events features scientific and everday inventions, and compares the time of discovery with when it happened in Western civilization.

A look at the diplomatic breakthrough in 1972 that broke two decades of silence between the United States and China. From PBS.