From the Qin and Han onward, Hong Kong was progressively incorporated into successive imperial systems. Migration, clan settlement and local institutions shaped a society that preserved Chinese traditions and laid the foundation for later transformation.
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Han Dynasty Granary: Pottery Granary Model |
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Sails Across the Seas: Ming Dynasty Export Ceramics from Penny’s Bay |





