Eras and key events in Western Civilization

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  • 3000 BCE

    Ancient Near East Era

    This period saw the rise of civilization where many important developments happened like architecture and writing.
  • 3000 BCE

    Mesopotamia

    Start of the first civilization in the area known today as Iraq.
  • 500 BCE

    Classical Antiquity Era

    This period is defined by the rise of Greece and Rome with democracy flourishing and Empires expanding.
  • 480 BCE

    Rise of Ancient Greece

    Greek civilization was dominant over the region. They settled hundreds of colonies and set many trade routes.
  • 400 BCE

    Rise of Rome

    Rome overthrew the Etruscan kings by uniting with many neighboring tribes and cities. This transformed Rome from a city-state to an empire.
  • 400

    Christianity

    This marks the spread of Christianity with the Roman Empire adopted it, with most of Europe to follow.
  • 500

    The Middle Ages

    The Middle Ages was a period when we saw the rise of many powerful kingdoms and the spread of Christianity.
  • 1000

    Rise of England

    The empire of England was established by Anglo-Saxtons and grew in power from there in the Middle Ages.
  • 1095

    The Crusades

    This was a series of religious wars that were sanctioned by the Latin Church.
  • 1100

    Rise of France

    The rise of France started under the Capetian Dynasty and they established control of the region.
  • 1400

    The Renaissance

    This marked the time of the revival of art, literature, and learning in Europe with many key advancements being made.