The Shaanxi earthquake happened during this dynasty, once ruled by the Yongle Emperor who built the fleets used by Zheng He.
One emperor of this dynasty was captured in the crisis at Tumu Fortress. Its founder expanded imperial power to the former kingdom of Dali, set up a secret service known as Jinyi Wei, and abolished imperial examinations. That founder ascended as a result of the Red Turban revolt. The Shaanxi earthquake happened during this dynasty, once ruled by the Yongle Emperor who built the fleets used by Zheng He. Founded by Chu Yuan-chang, it was plagued by famine and succeeded by the Manchus who set up the Ching Dynasty. For 10 points, name this Chinese dynasty also remembered for its pottery.
One emperor of this dynasty was captured in the crisis at Tumu Fortress.
{Ming} Dynasty