The Ming Dynasty ruled China from 1368-1644, which is 276 years.
Although the Second Continental Congress had take on the functions of a central government, it really had no power to do so. The only thing that made Congress a central government was the fact that the necessities of war gave its decisions popular support.
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countries shown in dark blue" given the key these areas have a higher population making them more developed</span>
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