Classical Period & Indian Ocean Trade

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  • 5000 BCE

    Ancient Fishing Boats (key Tech.)

    A boat used to travel from coast to coast, that could be used with or without a sail.
  • 2001 BCE

    Aksum (Pop. Posts)

    A wealthy kingdom that came about between the 1st-7th century. This kingdom traded heavily with Greece. Aksum controlled the trade of African Gold and Ivory trade.
  • 1000 BCE

    Sugar Cane & Banana's (Goods)

    Sugar Canes and Banana's made their way in the trade by traveling from Southest Asia to India. By 1000 BCE, they possibly could have also reached Africa.
  • Period: 1000 BCE to 300 BCE

    Classical Era

  • Period: 1000 BCE to 1 BCE

    The Phoenicians (Sign. Person)

    The Phoenicians lead trade and travel during the 1st millennium BCE. They lived on the coastlines of southern Syria and Lebanon.

    The Phoenicians also specialized in creating glass products and imported / exported items like wines, olive oil, olives, and various other food items.
  • Period: 600 BCE to 300 BCE

    Religion Spread (Sec. Affects)

    From 600-300 BCE, various religions spread from Bengal to Southwest Asia. These religions included Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism.
  • Period: 600 BCE to 600

    Networks

    The Silk Road, Indian Ocean, and Saharan trade all developed between 600 BCE and 600 Ce.
  • Period: 550 BCE to 330 BCE

    Perisa (Network)

    The Achaemenid Empire was included in the Indian Ocean trade during 550-330 BCE
  • 500 BCE

    Hanno (Sign. Person)

    Hanno sailed around the Western Coast of Africa.He successfully created multiple colonies along the coast, plus a trading post on a tiny island off the coast of Mauritania.
  • 500 BCE

    Camel Saddle (key Tech.)

    This was an important technology that developed in Northern Arabia between 500 and 100 BCE. This saddle allowed for the camels to carry heavy loads, which was important for trade.
  • Period: 431 BCE to 404 BCE

    Peloponnesian War (Event)

    This war was where Athens and Sparta fought over claims of a city-state. This cost the Athens more than 200 ships, 4500 men and various trading allies.
  • 430 BCE

    Athenian Plague (Sec. Aff / Event.)

    A massive plague during the 2nd year of the war that killed 33% of the population.
  • 332 BCE

    Alexandria (Pop. Post)

    Founded by Alexander the Great and remained the capital of Egypt. This city was greatly impacted by Greek & Roman culture. Alexandria was also a hub of international trade.
  • Period: 324 BCE to 185 BCE

    India (Network)

    The Mauryan Empire was involved in the Indian Ocean trade during 324-185 BCE.
  • Period: 323 BCE to 31 BCE

    Hellenistic Period

    During this period, Greek ideas influenced the art, science, politics and literature of different civilizations around the globe.
  • Period: 323 BCE to 31 BCE

    Alexander the Great (Sign. Person)

    Alexander influenced places that he had taken over in Europe and Asia.His military campaigns brought Greek art / culture into various other foreign lands. These helped lay the foundation for years of interaction and trade among different cultures.
  • Period: 321 BCE to 185 BCE

    Mauryan Rule (Event)

    During this period, there was a great expansion in trade with Eurasia and Africa. This helped increase / broaden trade.
  • Period: 202 BCE to 220

    China (Network)

    The Han Dynasty was involved in the Indian Ocean Trade during 202BCE-220 CE.
  • 200 BCE

    Egyptian Faience Bowl (Goods)

    Made around 200-150 BCE in the city of Alexandria. These bowls were used for funerals and rituals. They exported far from Egypt, especially to other parts of the Roman Empire.
  • Period: 33 BCE to 476

    Roman (Network)

    The Roman Empire was involved in the Indian Ocean Trade during 33BCE-476 CE.
  • 100

    Kaveripattinam (Pop. Post)

    A major port city around 100 CE. The town was divided into two districts, one for the rich and one for the poor. This town was a major port city of the early Chola kings.
  • 801

    Kamal (key Tech.)

    A navigation device used to navigate through the Indian Ocean. believed to have been created in the 10th century.