Tag Archives: Bronze Age

Various common and exotic spices on display at a market in Kerala, India.
c. 3000 BCE: The Spice Trade – Connecting Civilizations

The Spice Trade, flourishing during the Bronze Age, was a cornerstone in establishing the first global trade networks, connecting civilizations across Europe, Africa, and Asia, and sparking cultural, economic, and political transformations

Aerial view of the ancient megalithic structure, Stonehenge, in southern England.
c. 3000 BCE: Stonehenge – A Monument to the Heavens

Stonehenge, a prehistoric monument in southern England, stands as a testament to Bronze Age ingenuity and astronomical knowledge, highlighting the cultural and astronomical significance of ancient stone circles

An assortment of Middle Bronze Age artifacts, including axes, chisels, rings, necklaces, and pendants discovered in England, dating back to 1300–1150 BCE
c. 3300-1200 BCE: The Bronze Age – Dawn of Metalwork and Empires

The Bronze Age, a pivotal era in human history, was marked by the advent of bronze smelting, leading to significant technological advancements in tools and weaponry, and fostering the rise of early dynasties and trade [...]