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3200 BCE
Beginning of the historical period
History refers to the time period after the invention of written records in a given culture or society. Archaeologists have discovered written records in Egypt from as early as 3200 BCE, which is the accepted date at which history "begins" there. -
Period: 1500 to
The Renaissance (14th-17th centuries)
A cultural and artistic revival in Europe, marked by significant developments in art, literature, and science. -
The American Revolution start in 1775
A pivotal political and social event that led to the birth of the United States, with a shift from colonial rule to independence. -
Period: to
he Gilded Age (late 19th century
An economic and political era characterized by rapid industrialization, wealth inequality, and corporate influence in the United States. -
End of the historical period
World War I start in 1914: This global conflict is often seen as the end of the "long 19th century" and the beginning of the modern era, with far-reaching political, social, and economic consequences. -
The Great Depression start in 1929
An economic and social catastrophe, characterized by widespread unemployment and poverty, which had far-reaching global consequences.