The ENTIRE History of Human Civilizations | Ancient to Modern

The ENTIRE History of Mankind - 4k Documentary

Ancient History (3600 B.C.-500 A.D.)
The Middle Ages (500-1500 A.D.)
Modern Age (1500-present)

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The history of our story began long ago,

At one point in time, around three billion years ago, we were floating around as little, tiny atoms in the little Petri dish of the world.

Around 6 million years ago, and we see the emergence of the first hominoids - the family of primates that includes humans.

1.9 Million years ago, Homo Erectus was the first species to leave Africa and colonize other parts of the world. They had larger brains than their primate ancestors.

Around 400,000 years ago, the first evidence of the Neanderthals. Their bodies were adapted to the cold environments of Europe and Western Asia. Their distinctive facial features were some of the most human-like ever seen. They are famous for their massive body weight and big facial hair. These prehistoric ancestors were made for the cold.

Then came us; 300,000 years ago, the first Homo Sapiens roamed the earth. The Only surviving species of the Homo Genus. But how did Homo Sapiens rise into a global dominance through the mechanism of civilization?