ancient history

The term "ancient history" refers to the time period in human history that occurred before the Middle Ages. It typically encompasses the civilizations and events that took place from the development of written records (around 3500 BCE) until the fall of the Western Roman Empire (476 CE). Ancient history includes significant civilizations such as Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome, as well as other civilizations in Mesopotamia, China, India, and the Americas. It represents a substantial span of time where various cultures, empires, and major historical developments took place.