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Warring States Period
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Political Fragmentation and State Competition
The transition from the Spring and Autumn period was marked by the consolidation of smaller states into larger, more robust polities capable of sustained, large-scale conflict. Seven major states—Qin, Chu, Qi, Yan, Han, Zhao, and Wei—dominated the geopolitical landscape, often employing complex diplomatic maneuvering alongside military campaigns.
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