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500
500 B.C.
In India, people begin to write down Hindu sacred texts, called Vedas. The Vedas reflect Aryand belief in many deities, including Laskshimi. -
Sep 25, 750
750 B.C.
Nubia conquers Egypt and gains controll of the Nile Valley -
Sep 25, 1057
1027 B.C.
The Zhou overthrow the Shang. Richly adorned artworks reflect Zhou power and wealth. -
Sep 25, 1400
1400 B.C.
The Olmecs develop the first civilization in the Americas. -
Sep 25, 1500
1500 B.C.
The Arayns cross into India from the north and overrun existing cities and towns. -
1650 B.C.
The Shang dynasty, known for fine bronzeworks, gains control of territory along the Huang He -
2000 B.C.
Chinese civilizaiton emerges along river valleys and the east coast of Asia -
509 B.C.
The Roman republic is established -
2500 B.C.
The first Indian civilization arises in the Indus River Valley. Mohenjo-Daro, a principal city, is shown here. -
2700 B.C. The Pyrimid age begins in Egypt
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3000 B.C. River valley civilizations begin to emerge