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WORLD HISTORY

A Brief Timeline of World History

Tracing the history of mankind in the world is an inexplicably great challenge. However,
developments in science and social studies have significantly contributed to this endeavor. Here
is a brief timeline of World History.

Prehistory

 2.6 million years ago - In the Paleolithic Era, early humans gained awareness,
developing tools, language, and methods for their nomadic hunting life.

 8,000 BCE - Modern humans had spread in various continents, and they developed farming
in the Agricultural Revolution. People began staying at fertile areas near bodies of water.

 3,500 BCE - Because agriculture allowed settlement, it led to the creation of early cities,
and therefore, civilization. The first of these was in Mesopotamia, around the area of
what is now Iraq.

Ancient times

 3,300 BC - The three-age system began, consisting of the Stone Age, the Bronze Age,
and the Iron Age. Throughout these periods, civilizations had sprung up around the
world. Each had great advancements in aspects like literature, authority, and trade.

 3,100 BC - The first empire was established in Egypt. Many other empires then followed.
With the growth of empires, the concepts of territory and military force became the major
themes.

 500 BCE - Cultures prospered largely, with the Greeks and Romans leading in the West,
and the Chinese and Indians in the East.

 5th century - Powers began to fall. The Roman Empire suffered religious conflicts, while
Chinese dynasties were attacked by invaders. In contrast, Central America was
developing with the rise of the Maya culture, while Islamic conquests resulted to the
Islamic golden age.

 1340s - The world fell prey to the Black Death, one of the most tragic pandemics for
humanity.
Modern World

 14th century - The European Renaissance marked a reawakening of cultures and
recovery from societal deterioration.

 1600 - Singular authorities ruled the major realms: the Ottoman Empire in the Middle
East, the Mughal Empire in India, and the Ming Dynasty in China. Europe also rose and
expanded across countries.

 18th century - The Industrial Revolution kicked off, significantly modernizing
technologies. At the same time, British and Dutch forces respectively gained power in

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