China Political Terms Flashcards
Axe
the weapon primarily used in the Shang Dynasty and the Zhou Dynasty and it represents a symbol of authority to lead battles and punish soldiers who disobeyed by decapitation.
Dagger Axe
A weapon only used during war and not practice. The premier weapon of combat.
Infantry
Ground troops that engage with the enemy in close-range combat.
Open formation
a formation that allows additional space between the ranks of a guard or inspected unit to allow the inspecting officer to pass.
Bow
The long-range weapons were made up of wooden sticks with animal guts for strings
Composite Bow
The powerful weapon is made of bone, sinew, and wood glued together. Only belong to aristocrats.
Chariots
A two-wheeled horse-drawn vehicle of ancient times used in battle and also in races and parades.
Halberd
A weapon consisting of an ax blade balanced by a pick with an elongated pike head.
Spear
A weapon with a long shaft and a pointed tip, typically of metal, is used for thrusting or throwing.
Closed formation
a military tactical formation in which soldiers are close together and regularly arranged for the tactical concentration of force.
Crossbow
The type of bow that had a great penetrating power.
Wu Wei
“without action” “without effort” “without control”
Battle of Muye
The major battle in which the Zhou forces defeated the Shang army and took the Shang capital
Siege
a military operation in which enemy forces surround a town or building, cutting off essential supplies, with the aim of compelling the surrender of those inside. (攻城）
Bronze Sword
A double edge weapon that replaced the axe and dagger-axe during Western Zhou.
