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500
B.C.
In India, people begin to write down hindu sacred texts, called Vedas. The Vedas reflect Aryan belief in many deities, including Lakshmi, shown here -
Period: 500 to
BC
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Jan 1, 750
B.C.
Nubia conquerers Egypt and gains control of the Nile Valley -
Jan 1, 1027
B.C.
The Zhou overthrew the Shang. Richly adorned artworks reflect Zhou power and wealth -
Jan 1, 1400
B.C.
The Olmecs develop the first civilization in the americas -
Jan 1, 1500
B.C.
The Aryans cross into India from the north and overrun existing cities and towns -
B.C.
The Shang Dynasty known for fine bronzeworks such as this cauldron, gains control of territory along the Huang He -
B.C.
Chinese civilization emerges along River Valleys and the east coast of Asia -
B.C.
The Roman Republic is established -
B.C.
The first Indian civilization arises in the Indus River Valley, Mohenjo-Daro, a principal city, is shown here -
B.C.
The pyramid age begins in Egypt -
B.C.
River Valley civilizations begin to emerge
