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Before the Mesoamerican civilizations even began, people startes turning wild teostine into maize, which became a very important crop.
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The first cities and writing systems appeared in southern Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq) with the Sumerians -
In Mesoamerica, early complex societies began to form, setting the stage for later cultures. -
Saggon of Akkad established one of the world’s first empires, uniting many Mesopotamian city-states.
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Babylon grew as an important center of culture and law, famous later for Hammurabi’s Code. -
This traditional date marks the beginning of Greek cultural events and athletic competitions. -
Babylon was conquered by Cyrus the Great of Persia invasions, marking the end of Babylonian independence. -
Greek city-states united to defend their lands against Persian invasions, an important chapter in Greek history.
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This ‘’Golden Age’’ saw great achievements in art, philosophy, and politics in Greece
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Alexander’s passing led to the spread of the Greek culture across a vast area, starting the Hellenistic era. -
After a series of conflicts, Rome conquered Greece, bringing an end to Greek political independence. -
Large cities and centralized states like Teotihuacán and Monte Alban flourished in Mesoamerica -
New cultures emerged, such as the Toltecs, Mayan kingdoms, and the Mexica (Aztec) Empire. -
The arrival of Spanish forces led to major changes and the end of indigenous state systems.