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What is the approximate time period of the Prehistory era? change mad here
What is the approximate time period of the Prehistory era? change mad here
Which of the following historical events is associated with the 15th to 17th centuries?
Which of the following historical events is associated with the 15th to 17th centuries?
Which influential historical figure is associated with the Medieval period?
Which influential historical figure is associated with the Medieval period?
What is the term for the stratification of societies into classes, castes, or estates?
What is the term for the stratification of societies into classes, castes, or estates?
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What is the term for the increasing interconnectedness and interdependence of nations and economies?
What is the term for the increasing interconnectedness and interdependence of nations and economies?
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What is the approximate time period of the Ancient History era? new
What is the approximate time period of the Ancient History era? new
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Study Notes
Timeline of Major Eras
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Prehistory: Before written records (c. 3000 BCE)
- Stone Age ( Paleolithic, Mesolithic, Neolithic)
- Development of agriculture and settled societies
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Ancient History: 3000 BCE - 500 CE
- Rise of civilizations in Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, and Rome
- Major events: Persian Wars, Peloponnesian War, Roman Empire expansion
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Medieval History: 500 - 1500 CE
- Fall of Roman Empire, rise of feudalism and Christianity
- Major events: Crusades, Black Death, Hundred Years' War
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Early Modern History: 1500 - 1800 CE
- Age of Exploration, Renaissance, and Enlightenment
- Major events: American and French Revolutions, Thirty Years' War
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Modern History: 1800 - 2000 CE
- Industrialization, imperialism, and World Wars
- Major events: American Civil War, Russian Revolution, Cold War
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Contemporary History: 2000 CE - present
- Globalization, technological advancements, and ongoing conflicts
Key Historical Events
- Agricultural Revolution: c. 10,000 BCE - Development of farming and settled societies
- Rise of Cities: c. 3000 BCE - Development of urban centers and complex societies
- Fall of Empires: c. 500 CE - Decline of Roman Empire, followed by other empires
- Age of Exploration: 15th - 17th centuries - European exploration and colonization of the Americas
- World Wars: 20th century - Global conflicts involving multiple nations and ideologies
- Cold War: 1945 - 1991 - Rivalry and tension between the United States and the Soviet Union
Influential Historical Figures
- Ancient: Socrates, Alexander the Great, Julius Caesar, Cleopatra
- Medieval: Charlemagne, William the Conqueror, Joan of Arc
- Early Modern: Leonardo da Vinci, Martin Luther, Elizabeth I, Napoleon Bonaparte
- Modern: Abraham Lincoln, Karl Marx, Mahatma Gandhi, Winston Churchill, Nelson Mandela
Historical Themes and Concepts
- Social Hierarchy: Stratification of societies into classes, castes, or estates
- Imperialism: Expansion and domination of one nation or state over another
- Nationalism: Identification with and loyalty to a nation or ethnic group
- Revolution: Overthrow of an existing government or social order
- Globalization: Increasing interconnectedness and interdependence of nations and economies
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Description
Take a journey through time and explore the major eras of world history, from prehistory to contemporary times. Discover key historical events, influential figures, and themes that shaped human societies. Test your knowledge of ancient civilizations, empires, and global conflicts.
