A Comprehensive Timeline of World History: From the Stone Age to the Modern Era

The Stone Age

The Stone Age is the first period of human history, beginning with the first use of stone tools around 2.6 million years ago and ending with the development of agriculture around 10,000 years ago. The Stone Age is divided into three main periods: the Paleolithic, Mesolithic, and Neolithic.

A Short History of the World : With Original Illustrations

by H. G. Wells

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The Paleolithic Era

The Paleolithic Era is the oldest period of the Stone Age, lasting from around 2.6 million years ago to around 10,000 years ago. During this time, humans were nomadic hunter-gatherers who lived in caves and other shelters. They developed the first stone tools, which they used for hunting, gathering, and defense.

The Mesolithic Era

The Mesolithic Era is the middle period of the Stone Age, lasting from around 10,000 years ago to around 5,000 years ago. During this time, humans began to develop more advanced stone tools and weapons. They also began to domesticate animals and plants, which led to the development of agriculture.

The Neolithic Era

The Neolithic Era is the final period of the Stone Age, lasting from around 5,000 years ago to around 3,000 years ago. During this time, humans began to live in settled communities and develop more complex social and political structures. They also developed new technologies, such as pottery and weaving.

The Bronze Age

The Bronze Age is the second period of human history, beginning with the development of bronze metallurgy around 3,000 years ago and ending with the development of iron metallurgy around 1,200 years ago. During this time, humans began to use bronze to make tools, weapons, and armor. They also began to develop writing and other complex technologies.

The Iron Age

The Iron Age is the third period of human history, beginning with the development of iron metallurgy around 1,200 years ago and ending with the fall of the Western Roman Empire in 476 AD. During this time, humans began to use iron to make tools, weapons, and armor. They also began to develop new technologies, such as the wheel and the plow.

The Classical Era

The Classical Era is the fourth period of human history, beginning with the rise of the Greek city-states in the 8th century BC and ending with the fall of the Roman Empire in the 5th century AD. During this time, humans made great advances in philosophy, science, and art. They also developed new political and social institutions.

The Middle Ages

The Middle Ages is the fifth period of human history, beginning with the fall of the Western Roman Empire in 476 AD and ending with the Renaissance in the 14th century. During this time, Europe was divided into a number of small feudal kingdoms. The Catholic Church played a major role in society, and the economy was based on agriculture.

The Renaissance

The Renaissance is the sixth period of human history, beginning in the 14th century and ending in the 17th century. During this time, there was a renewed interest in classical learning and culture. This led to a number of new developments in art, science, and literature.

The Age of Exploration

The Age of Exploration is the seventh period of human history, beginning in the 15th century and ending in the 17th century. During this time, Europeans began to explore the world beyond their own borders. This led to the discovery of new lands and the establishment of new trade routes.

The Industrial Revolution

The Industrial Revolution is the eighth period of human history, beginning in the 18th century and ending in the 19th century. During this time, there was a major shift in the way goods were produced. This led to the development of new technologies, such as the steam engine and the cotton gin.

The Modern Era

The Modern Era is the ninth period of human history, beginning in the 19th century and continuing to the present day. During this time, there have been a number of major social, political, and technological changes. These changes have led to the development of a global economy and a more interconnected world.

The history of the world is a long and complex story. It is a story of human progress and innovation, but also of war and destruction. It is a story that is still being written, and it will be interesting to see what the future holds.

A Short History of the World : With Original Illustrations

by H. G. Wells

4.1 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	15138 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
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