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256| 200–700 | Central America [statistics and demography] | The Zapotec site of Monte Albán in Central America is at its peak in this period. It may have had 30,000 or more inhabitants. It is the centre of a complex of public buildings, temples, and dwellings that cover 40 sq km/15 sq mi. | | 255–265 | China [wars] | Peace and unity are finally restored in China with the victories of the Wei Kingdom in the north. The ruling dynasty is worn out by war, and the kingdom is ruled by ministers on their behalf – the Ssu-mas. During the next decade, Ssu-ma Chao conquers the western kingdom of Shu Han. | | 256 | Roman Empire, Spain, Macedonia, Mesopotamia, Syria [wars] | In simultaneous attacks on the Roman Empire, the Franks penetrate into Spain by sea, the Goths ravage Macedonia, and the Persians invade Mesopotamia and Syria. |
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