West Civ. Timeline

By LedgerD
  • 4000 BCE

    Start of the Mesopotamians

    Start of the Mesopotamians
    The Mesopotamians were a strong civilization. They made many discoveries and legacies that helped civilizations many years later. Ancient Mesopotamia. 13 Apr. 2013. Deviant Art, https://www.deviantart.com/jbrown67/art/Ancient-Mesopotamia-365518394. Accessed 28 Jan. 2024.
  • 3000 BCE

    Mesopotamian Invention of Cuneiforms

    Mesopotamian Invention of Cuneiforms
    The cuneiforms were the writings of the Mesopotamians. These cuneiforms helped provide information about the Mesopotamians. Carr. “What Is Cuneiform?” Guatr.Us, quatr.us/west-asia/cuneiform-mesopotamia-west-asian-writing.htm. Accessed 28 Jan. 2024.
  • 3000 BCE

    Start of the Bronze Age

    Start of the Bronze Age
    The Bronze Age was a time of development for the ancient civilizations. The discovery of metals helped improve weapons and trade. The Bronze Age. (2021, December 13). theCircle Composition. https://thecirclecomposition.org/the-bronze-age/. Accessed 28 Jan. 2024.
  • 2680 BCE

    Beginning of the Old Kingdom

    Beginning of the Old Kingdom
    The Old Kingdom was a major development period for the Egyptians. Many pyramids were being constructed during this moment in time. Old Kingdom Egypt. (2020, July 4). TheCollector. https://www.thecollector.com/old-kingdom-egypt/. Accessed 28 Jan. 2024
  • 2660 BCE

    Construction of the Pyramids

    Construction of the Pyramids
    The Pyramids were constructed by the Egyptians. The pyramids helped the Egyptians express their religion and culture. Pyramids: how they were built. (2024). Q-files. https://www.q-files.com/history/ancient-egypt/pyramids-how-they-were-built. Accessed 28 Jan. 2024
  • 2040 BCE

    Start of the Middle Kingdom

    Start of the Middle Kingdom
    The Middle Kingdom period was a moment of needed growth for the Egyptians. Ancient Egypt. (n.d.). Ancient Egypt History Kingdom. https://ancientegypthistorykingdom.weebly.com/the-middle-kingdom.html. Accessed 28 Jan. 2024
  • 1600 BCE

    Start of the Hebrew Empire

    Start of the Hebrew Empire
    The Hebrews were a very distinct empire. They were well known for their religious beliefs. Wanderer’: The Rise of Hebrew Civilization. (n.d.). Brewminate. https://brewminate.com/wanderer-the-rise-of-hebrew-civilization-in-the-ancient-world/. Accessed 29 Jan. 2024.
  • 1550 BCE

    Start of the New Kingdom

    Start of the New Kingdom
    The New Kingdom was a very new experience for the Egyptians. Many pharaohs during this time, and the development of their beliefs on God. New Kingdom Sculpture. (n.d.). The Artistic Adventure of Mankind. https://arsartisticadventureofmankind.wordpress.com/tag/new-kingdom-sculpture/. Accessed 29 Jan. 2024
  • 1100 BCE

    Start of the Iron Age

    Start of the Iron Age
    The Iron Age was a major moment of growth for many civilizations. It brought more advanced religious beliefs, writings, and bigger empires. Iron Age. (2018, June 3). History. https://www.history.com/topics/pre-history/iron-age. Accessed 29 Jan. 2024
  • 880 BCE

    The Assyrians being the Strongest Empire

    The Assyrians being the Strongest Empire
    The Assyrians held high power for more than 200 years. They gained this power by taking over neighboring empires. Assyrian Empire. (n.d.). National Geographic. https://education.nationalgeographic.org/resource/assyrian-empire/. Accessed 29 Jan. 2024