ancient history
human history from the earliest records to the end of the classical periods
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Ancient history refers to the period of human civilization from the earliest written records through the end of the classical periods, encompassing the rise and fall of some of humanity's first great societies. It matters because it shows us how the foundations of law, government, culture, and knowledge were established by early civilizations, shaping the world we live in today.
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Ancient history is a time period from the beginning of writing and recorded human history through late antiquity. The span of recorded history is roughly 5,000 years, beginning with the development of Sumerian cuneiform script. Ancient history covers all continents inhabited by humans in the period 3000 BC – AD 500, ending with the expansion of Islam in late antiquity.