World History Timeline by BRADY NICHOLS

Sumer BN

bradyn2026 — 2023-12-11 15:21:24 UTC

Earliest known civilization, first settled between 4500 and 4000 BC. Sumerian society divided people into 3 strict classes, each with different social standings; nobles, commoners, slaves. They were polytheistic so they believed in many gods. Sumerians also created cuneiform which is ancient sumerian writing created by forming shapes on clay and then baking it to solidify.

Israelites BN

bradyn2026 — 2023-12-11 15:29:04 UTC

Located south of the Phoenicians. Semitic-speaking people, who were monotheistic. It was the birthplace of Judaism. The Torah was unique because it was available to all people. Judaism focused on principles for life over bringing sacrifices/pleasing their god,

God’s chosen people.

Indus Valley Civilization (3000 BC) BN

bradyn2026 — 2023-12-11 15:33:42 UTC

One of the largest early civilizations of the world. Had a sewage system, advanced roads/water system, and more than 2,000 settlements in the region. Harappa and Mohenjo Daro had between 35,000-40,000 inhabitants. First sign of city planning. Arranged marriages were common.

Huang He Valley BN

bradyn2026 — 2023-12-11 15:39:07 UTC

China is one of the world's oldest cultures. Isolated history, marked with warfare. Climate is very temperamental. Farming culture ruled by aristocracy. “Mandate of Heaven” adopted during Zhou Dynasty (Divinity of Emperor). They also believed in the afterlife. Finally, emperors ruled supreme, control over local government and national army.

Teotihuacan 750 AD BN

bradyn2026 — 2023-12-11 15:41:56 UTC

Largest and most important city of pre-aztec central mexico. Population of 125,000 - 200,000 people. Burned in about 750 AD. Temple of quetzalcoatl. Pyramid of the sun (216 ft tall).

Persian Empire BN

bradyn2026 — 2023-12-12 15:19:29 UTC

Conquered much of the territory formerly held by the assyrians and babylonians. Persians maintained cultural and religious tolerance. Conquered peoples (kings as well) served as members of the government. Communication was highly key for the Persians to maintain control

Mesopotamia, Iraq

noahs2026 — 2023-12-12 15:22:10 UTC

Mesopotamia was one of the first civilizations located in the heart of the Fertile Crescent. The name Mesopotamia means between rivers wich Mesopotomia is. All and all, Mesopotamia was one if the not the first civilization wich makes it vital and very important.

Greece (1600 BC - 100 BC) BN

bradyn2026 — 2023-12-12 15:22:52 UTC

Geography is crucial to Greece's development. Mountainous peninsula, resulting in many unique city-states that were largely secluded from one another. The greeks were divided into city-states. The two biggest ancient greek city states were Athens and Sparta.

Sparta BN

bradyn2026 — 2023-12-12 15:25:23 UTC

A strict, war-like society, that was a military-focused state. People were born into a caste system (social class determined by birth). Boys began strict army training at age 7, and full citizenship at 20. Women were not allowed to be in the military. They also enslaved the helots.

Guatemala

noahs2026 — 2023-12-12 15:27:05 UTC

Mayans were the first civilization in the western hemisphere which makes it vital because up to this point in time there were no known civilizations of the west. They peaked at 2 million people, and had a modern system of a calendar.

Athens BN

bradyn2026 — 2023-12-12 15:29:21 UTC

One of the world's earliest constitutions. Military was not as important as Sparta but extremely strong navy. Known as the cradle of Western civilization. Home of Plato's Academy and Aristotle's Lyceum. Pinnacle reached during the reign of Pericles (461 BC, - 429 BC).

Tabasco, Mexico

noahs2026 — 2023-12-12 15:30:00 UTC

The Olmec or also known as the Rubber People. They were also known as one of the first Mesoamerican civilizations. They grew many rubber trees and were known for their colossal stone heads as shown in the photo above.

Egypt

noahs2026 — 2023-12-12 15:32:28 UTC

The Rise of Egypt was something special, they were a series of independent city states located along the Nile and eventually combined to become one of the most powerful and one of the more interesting civilizations up until this point.

Roman republic BN

bradyn2026 — 2023-12-12 15:33:10 UTC

Early on, the Romans established a republic (government without a king, where people vote for representatives). Early Rome had two social orders the Patricians and the Plebeians. Men in both groups paid taxes, owed military service, and could vote BUT only Patricians could be elected to public office.

Persian Gulf (also known as the Arabian Gulf)

noahs2026 — 2023-12-12 15:56:17 UTC

One of the first forms of writing is cuneiform. The evolution of writing is important because look how far we have came and if we didn't have writing where would we be? And how would be able to communicate?

The Frankish Empire BN

bradyn2026 — 2023-12-13 15:08:26 UTC

Controlled most of Western Europe and promoted Chrisitianity. Charlemagne, the most influential ruler, was named Roman emperor. Rome had already collapsed but Charlemagne was able to legitimize his rule by allying himself with the pope.

The Byzantine empire BN

bradyn2026 — 2023-12-13 15:11:17 UTC

Justinian conquered nearly the entirety of the Roman empire. Justinian’s code was a legal system created by Justinian combining and simplifying Roman laws. Rulers' authority is tied closely to religion leading them to be seen as almost god-like. Constantinople began as the center of Europe.

The Great Schism BN

bradyn2026 — 2023-12-13 15:14:02 UTC

The split of the Christian church. Byzantine rulers and the popes both claimed the authority of the Church. Eastern Europe became the Eastern Orthodox Church. While Western Europe became the Roman Catholic Church.

Muhammad (571-632 AD) BN

bradyn2026 — 2023-12-13 15:16:52 UTC

Born in Mecca on the Arabian peninsula; a religious teacher who claimed/received revelations from god (Allah) and was to go forth and teach them. These revelations eventually became the Islamic holy book, the Quran (also spelled Koran). Attempts to spread religion in Mecca resulted in persecution, so he and his followers fled to the nearby city of Medina (this escape is known as the Hijrah). He eventually became a popular religious and political figure.

The Bubonic Plague BN

bradyn2026 — 2023-12-13 15:22:31 UTC

Population of 75 million people, about ⅔ died due to the plague. Crowded cities were super spreaders, 50% - 60% of city inhabitants died. Plague spread by fleas on rats, people could not figure out the cause leading to more death. Less trade, failed businesses, poverty. People blamed the Church and the Jews, leads to anti-semitism (hostility towards Jews) in Europe.

Macedonia

noahs2026 — 2023-12-13 19:08:57 UTC

Alexander the Great was a great leader from Macedonia that came into power when his father was assassinated and his goal was to conquer/ unite Greek states and he ended up almost conquering the world becoming one of the most successful leaders of all time.

Sicily, Italy

noahs2026 — 2023-12-13 19:10:56 UTC

Peloponnesian War was a war between Sparta and Athens that lasted from 431-405 BC and it ended in a tragic way when the plague typhus broke out of the city of Athens, and Sparta defeated the Athenians. And tore down the city.

Iraq

noahs2026 — 2023-12-13 19:11:51 UTC

Babylonian empire was founded by Hammurabi located in Mesopotamia and it was created by conquering the neighboring territories in Mesopotamia. Babylon was the capital city. More importantly the code of Hammurabi was the first known laws posted publicly.

Rome, Italy

noahs2026 — 2023-12-13 19:12:34 UTC

Julius Caesar one of the Greatest leaders of all time rose to power through political shrewdness and military victory. Took control of Rome forming the first triumvirate he then declared himself dictator or absolute ruler of Rome he then was literally stabbed in the back by his own people and Senators.

Rome, Italy

noahs2026 — 2023-12-13 19:13:29 UTC

The Pax Romana was a series of 5 great emperors in the rise of rome. They built roads, schools, helped the poor, strengthened infrastructure. This caused Rome to become very wealthy and farming became the most common job.

Rome, Italy

noahs2026 — 2023-12-13 19:25:42 UTC

A close relationship formed between secular powers and Catholic clergy. This means that the Church was able to attain as much power between leaders. Lay investiture started which means secular leaders were choosing appointees to church offices. All these connections caused The Pope and church leaders to become some of the most powerful men in all of Europe.

Jerusalem, Israel

noahs2026 — 2023-12-13 19:29:50 UTC

The Crusades were a series of battles between Christians and Muslims over the Holy Land (Jerusalem). There were 9 total, the First Crusades was the only victory for the Christians. They Began when Seljuk Turks captured Jerusalem and forbade Christians from entering the city Leading to the “First Crusade” . Pope Urban ll guaranteed forgiveness of sins, and positive after life and possible wealth for any knight answering the call.

France

noahs2026 — 2023-12-14 15:02:28 UTC

The 100 years wars was a series of battles between France and England that lasted 100 years hence the name. France did end up winning and took control of England territories located in France the main takeaways was that Joan of Arc became a nationwide heroine for France.

Mecca Saudi Arabia

noahs2026 — 2023-12-14 15:06:49 UTC

Prior to Islam, the arabian peninsula lacked a centralized government; society was centered around smaller city-states until people began to unite through Islam. Most arabs were polytheistic, but believed that Allah was the supreme god. Islam became very important and their prophet Muhammad came up with the Quran. All and all, the birth of Islam was very important due to the fact that it is so big and important to this day.

Runnymede, UK

noahs2026 — 2023-12-14 15:09:46 UTC

The Magna Carta aka the Great Charter. Signed by King John, limiting power of the kings. England created a Parliament- representative government composed of 2 knights from every county,town,and all nobles/bishops. The Magna Carta is very important due to the fact that it set the base for important documents now such as the Declaration of Independence.