The Silk Road helped undermine itself. The magnetic compass made maritime routes more competitive, while political changes reduced Chinese participation in international trade.
The Silk Road helped undermine itself. The magnetic compass made maritime routes more competitive, while political changes reduced Chinese participation in international trade.
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