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The unification of Upper and Lower Egypt under the reign of Pharaoh Narmer marks the beginning of Ancient Egypt.
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Indus Valley civilization flourishes in present-day India and Pakistan.
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The Code of Ur-Nammu, one of the oldest known laws, is established in Mesopotamia.
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The New Empire of Egypt, including the reign of pharaohs such as Ramses II, is a period of great splendor and monument building.
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The migration of the Sea Peoples is believed to take place, affecting several civilizations in the Mediterranean, including the Hittites.
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Period of the Zhou Dynasties in China, which sees the development of Chinese philosophy, including the teachings of Confucius and Laozi.
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The destruction of the First Temple in Jerusalem marks the beginning of the Babylonian exile for the Jews.
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A time of constant warfare before unification under the Qin dynasty.
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Putting an end to the Pharaonic dynasty.
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The construction of the Terracotta Army in China under the reign of Emperor Qin Shi Huang.
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The Qin dynasty unified China under the rule of Qin Shi Huang, who built the Great Wall of China.
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Jesus is believed to be born in the Judean region, marking the beginning of Christianity.
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The spread of Islam begins with the founding of the religion in Arabia by Muhammad.
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Led by Genghis Khan and his successors, establishes one of the largest empires in history, stretching from China to Europe.
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The partition of India and the creation of Pakistan and modern India after the end of British colonial rule.
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Marking the rebirth of the Jewish state in the region.