Wey: Map & History
Wei, commonly spelled Wey to distinguish from the contemporary larger Wei (魏) state, was an ancient Chinese state that was founded in the early Western Zhou dynasty and rose to prominence during the Spring and Autumn period.
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Wei, commonly spelled Wey to distinguish from the contemporary larger Wei (魏) state, was an ancient Chinese state that was founded in the early Western Zhou dynasty and rose to prominence during the Spring and Autumn period. Its rulers were of the surname Ji (姬), the same as that of the rulers of Zhou. It was located in modern northeastern Henan Province, east of Jin, and west of Cao.
Wey in Depth
Early history
The history of Wey dates back to the beginning of the Zhou dynasty and the Rebellion of the Three Guards. After the Duke of Zhou successfully defeated the rebellion, Kang Shu, a younger brother of King Wu of Zhou was given a fief centred on Zhaoge, the capital of the Shang dynasty, which had been the centre of the rebellion.
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Wey: Key Facts
| Capital | Zhaoge |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1040s BCE |
| Dissolved | 209 BCE |
Succeeded by
Facts from Wikidata Q1147897 (CC0).
Wey Map Over Time
Dated world maps on which Wey appears, with the other states of the time.
Wey Timeline
Key historical inflections from foundation to peak territorial expansion
Expansion to peak recorded area of 7,027 km² in 650 BCE.
Wey: Frequently Asked Questions
When did Wey exist?
Wey is dated to 750 BCE – 248 BCE, in the Bronze & Iron Age Civilizations era.
What was the capital of Wey?
The capital of Wey was Zhaoge.
How large was Wey at its peak?
At its peak in 650 BC Wey covered about 7,027 km².
How did the map of Wey change over time?
Wey appears on 3 dated world maps in the atlas, from 750 BCE to 323 BCE. Each shows its borders in that year next to the other states of the time.
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