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Xia Dynasty's Historicity
- The Xia dynasty is largely fictionalized, raising questions about its historical accuracy.
- Archaeological findings suggest a link between the Xia and the Erlitou culture.
Doubting Antiquity
- The historicity of the Xia dynasty was debated in the 1920s by the "Doubting Antiquity" school.
- They challenged the traditional view of Yu the Great and the Xia's existence.
Erlitou Culture
- The Erlitou culture's location and timeframe align with accounts of the Xia dynasty.
- This suggests a possible connection between the two.