China is united for the first time under Shi Huangdi .
World history is commonly divided into five major eras: . This timeline highlights the critical milestones from the dawn of civilization to the present day. 1. Prehistoric Era (2.5 million years ago – 600 BCE) HISTORY TIMELINE : WORLD HISTORY TIMELINE FROM ...
A period defined by the growth of powerful empires and foundational shifts in philosophy, law, and democracy. Democracy is instituted in Athens . China is united for the first time under Shi Huangdi
Rise of the first major civilizations, including Mesopotamia and Ancient Egypt . Rise of the first major civilizations, including Mesopotamia
The Roman Empire unifies vast territories until the fall of the Western Roman Empire. 3. The Middle Ages (476 – 1450 CE) Historical Eras: List of Major Time Periods in History
This era encompasses the evolution of early humans and the transition from nomadic lifestyles to settled agricultural communities.
Early humans develop stone tools and eventually discover agriculture during the Neolithic Revolution .