Xu Fu

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Xu Fu born?255 BC
2. Where was Xu Fu born?Qi, an ancient Chinese state
3. How big is Xu Fu?60 barques, including soldiers, crew, 3,000 boys, 3,000 girls, and various craftsmen
4. What is the career?Court sorcerer and alchemist for Emperor Qin Shi Huang
5. What is the expedition dates?Between 219 BC and 210 BC
6. Who was Xu Fu?Xu Fu was a Chinese alchemist and explorer from the Qin Dynasty, born in 255 BC. He worked for Emperor Qin Shi Huang, who wanted to find the elixir of life.

Alchemy: An ancient practice involving the study of chemistry, often with the goal of transmuting metals or discovering a universal elixir.
Qin Shi Huang: The first emperor of a unified China, known for his ambition, military conquests, and obsession with immortality.
Barque: A type of sailing vessel, typically with three or more masts, used historically for long voyages.
Cultural Diffusion: The spread of cultural beliefs, social activities, and ideas from one group of people to another.