Qing Dynasty

From 1636 to 1912, this was the last feudal dynasty in Chinese history, ruled by twelve emperors, beginning when Hong Taiji changed the dynastic name to Qing, with a total reign of 276 years. Counting from Nurhaci's establishment of the Later Jin regime, it spanned 296 years. From the Qing army's entry through the Shanhai Pass and the establishment of a nationwide regime, it lasted 268 years.