History of the World: A Concise Overview of Key Civilizations and Empires
Learn a brief history of the world in less than 15 minutes.
The history of the world is a vast and complex narrative, spanning millennia and encompassing the rise and fall of countless civilizations and empires.
While it’s impossible to capture every detail in a short article, this overview provides a brief guide to the most significant periods and powers that have shaped human history. This article will also serve as a hub where you can find links to more in-depth articles on specific events and eras once we add them.
The Dawn of Civilization (c. 3500 BCE — 500 BCE)
The earliest known civilizations emerged in the fertile regions of Mesopotamia, Egypt, the Indus Valley, and China. These civilizations developed writing systems, established trade routes, and created some of the world’s first cities.
• Mesopotamia: Often referred to as the “Cradle of Civilization,” this region between the…
