The Great Wall of China was initially conceptualized and built during the reign of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of a unified China (Qin Dynasty, 221–206 BCE). He connected and expanded several pre-existing walls built by earlier states to defend against northern invaders, especially the Xiongnu tribes. While various dynasties, especially the Ming Dynasty (1368–1644), contributed to repairing and expanding the wall, Qin Shi Huang is credited as the originator of the unified Great Wall.
Who is credited for building the Great Wall of China?
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