History
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American Journal of Ancient History
Summary of the American Journal of Ancient History
The American Journal of Ancient History (AJAH) is a scholarly periodical dedicated to the study of ancient history and classical studies. Established in 1976 at Harvard University, AJAH publishes peer-reviewed research articles and book reviews on a wide range o...
Ancient history of the Negev
Historical Overview of the Negev Region
The Negev, a semi-arid region in southern Israel, has a long and varied history. In ancient times, it was inhabited by various groups, including the Edomites, Philistines, Nabataeans, and Judeans. The Negev was a significant agricultural, pastureland, and trade route.
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History of Uganda (1963–1971)
Summary
Uganda gained independence from the United Kingdom in 1963, led by Prime Minister Milton Obote. Early on, the country faced divisions along national, religious, and ethnic lines, particularly between the dominant Buganda kingdom and other kingdoms.
In 1966, Obote consolidated power by abolishing t...
Northern Italy
Northern Italy
Northern Italy, comprising the regions of Piedmont, Aosta Valley, Liguria, Lombardy, Trentino-Alto Adige, Veneto, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, and Emilia-Romagna, encompasses approximately 40% of Italy's territory and houses 46% of its population. It is home to bustling metropolises like Milan and Turin...
Yellow River civilization
Yellow River Civilization
The Yellow River civilization, one of the four major ancient civilizations, flourished in the Yellow River basin in China. Its development began with agriculture in the floodplains. Through flood control and irrigation, cities emerged and political power consolidated. The civilization s...
Paris Convention for the Protection of Industrial Property
Paris Convention for the Protection of Industrial Property
The Paris Convention is a foundational intellectual property treaty established in 1883. It created the Union for the Protection of Industrial Property, which has 180 member countries as of 2024. The convention ensures fair and equal treatment for invent...
History of the Peloponnesian War
The History of the Peloponnesian War
The History of the Peloponnesian War is a historical account of the Peloponnesian War (431-404 BC), written by the Athenian historian Thucydides. It has been considered a classic of history and one of the earliest works of scholarly history.
Methodology and His...
Xi dynasty
Summary of the Xi Dynasty
The Xi dynasty, or Great Xi, was an ephemeral imperial dynasty in China during the Ming-Qing transition from 1643 to 1647. Led by peasant rebel Zhang Xianzhong, who declared himself king and later emperor, the dynasty was initially based in Chengdu and ruled most of Sichuan province.
Industrial history of Lyon
Lyon: A Historical Powerhouse in European Industry
Lyon, located in France's Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, stands as the second wealthiest city in France and a cornerstone of Europe's economy. Its robust economy dates back to the Roman Empire, with four distinct phases of industrialization: the French Renaissance...
History of the Byzantine Empire
The Byzantine Empire: A History
The Byzantine Empire was a continuation of the Roman Empire in the East, lasting from the 3rd to 15th centuries. After the reign of Constantine I (r. 324–337), the Empire shifted its focus from Rome to Constantinople and embraced Christianity.
Periods of Byzantine H...
Indus Valley Civilisation
Indus Valley Civilization
The Indus Valley Civilization (IVC), or Indus Civilization, flourished in the northwestern regions of South Asia, spanning present-day Pakistan, northwestern India, and eastern Afghanistan. It thrived from around 3300 to 1300 BCE, with its mature phase lasting from 2600 to 1900 BCE.
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Human history
Human history is the record of humankind from prehistory to the present.
Prehistory (before written records)
- Humans evolved in Africa around 300,000 years ago.
- They migrated out of Africa during the Last Ice Age.
- The Neolithic Revolution (10,000 BCE) brought the fi...