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BCE
BCE

This era covers the time before the birth of Christ, characterized by the rise of ancient civilizations like Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece, and Rome. It saw the development of writing, organized religion, philosophy, and early empires. Significant historical events include the rise of the Persian Empire, the conquests of Alexander the Great, and the expansion of the Roman Republic.
0-500 CE
0-500 CE

This period includes the rise and fall of the Roman Empire, the spread of Christianity, and the beginning of the Byzantine Empire. Major events include the reign of Augustus, the birth of Christianity, and the invasions of Germanic tribes that led to the fall of the Western Roman Empire. This was a time of cultural, political, and religious transformation across Europe, Asia, and the Mediterranean.
500-1000 CE
500-1000 CE

Known as the Early Middle Ages or Dark Ages, this era saw the collapse of Roman authority in Western Europe and the rise of various kingdoms and empires. Key events include the rise of the Byzantine Empire, the spread of Islam, the formation of the Frankish Empire, and Viking invasions. Europe fragmented into feudal societies, while the Islamic caliphates expanded rapidly.
1000-1500 CE
1000-1500 CE

This period, covering the High and Late Middle Ages, includes the Crusades, the rise of powerful monarchies in Europe, the Black Death, and the Renaissance. Key events include the Norman conquest of England, the Hundred Years' War, the Ottoman Empire's rise, and the fall of Constantinople. It was a time of cultural revival and economic growth, leading to the exploration of new lands.
1500 - Current
1500 - Current

This era marks the beginning of the modern world, with the rise of nation-states, the Age of Exploration, the Industrial Revolution, and global conflicts like the World Wars. The Reformation, the Enlightenment, and the scientific and technological revolutions reshaped society. Colonization, revolutions, and decolonization changed political boundaries, leading to the contemporary world structure.