Events with tag - Ancient Civilizations

606 BC

Battle of Carchemish

The Battle of Carchemish in 605 BCE was a pivotal conflict where Babylonian forces under Nebuchadnezzar II defeated Egyptian army led by Pharaoh Necho II, ending Egyptian influence in the Levant and establishing Babylonian dominance in the ancient Near East.

January 1, 1050

Rise and Fall of Cahokia

Cahokia emerged as North America's first major urban center around 1050 CE, growing to a population of 20,000 inhabitants. This sophisticated Native American city featured massive earthen mounds, advanced urban planning, and extensive trade networks before its decline in 1350 CE.