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3000 BCE
STONE AGE
The Stone Age, spanning from roughly 2.5 million years ago to around 3000 BCE, marks the earliest and longest phase of human history, characterized by the use of stone tools. This era is divided into three periods: the Paleolithic, Mesolithic, and Neolithic. During the Paleolithic, early humans developed basic stone tools, mastered fire, and lived as hunter-gatherers. The Mesolithic period saw advancements in tool-making and the gradual transition to agriculture. -
LUCY
Lucy is a 3.5-million-year-old fossil of the species Australopithecus afarensis, discovered in 1974 in Ethiopia by Donald Johanson and his team. Her nearly 40% complete skeleton provided crucial evidence about early human ancestors, particularly regarding bipedalism, or walking upright. Lucy's discovery has been pivotal in understanding human evolution, offering insights into the physical and behavioral traits of early hominids.