Donghu-Xiongnu Power Balance

300 BCE · Doğu Moğolistan · political

In the 3rd century BCE the Donghu (Eastern Hu) were powerful on the eastern steppe and exacted tribute and hostages from the Xiongnu.

Under these harsh conditions Modu Chanyu began to accumulate power. The stories of tribute centred on horses and lineage are recounted dramatically in the Chinese sources (the Shiji).

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What was Donghu-Xiongnu Power Balance?
In the 3rd century BCE the Donghu (Eastern Hu) were powerful on the eastern steppe and exacted tribute and hostages from the Xiongnu.
When did Donghu-Xiongnu Power Balance happen?
300 BCE
Where did Donghu-Xiongnu Power Balance take place?
Doğu Moğolistan