First Emperor of China - Legacy and Rebellion

Qin Shi Huangdi died when he was fifty years old, leaving a mixed legacy. On the one hand, he unified seven warring states to create China. On the other, his rule by fear caused countless deaths and smoldering resentment.

This video clip, from Discovery Communications' Secrets of the Great Wall (directed by Patrick Fleming), uses historical records, recreated scenes and expert interviews to assess the First Emperor's legacy and examine the rebellion which occurred soon after his death.