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Indus River Valley

  • 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

  • 3000 B.C. River valley civilizations begin to emerge