Ancient Mesopotamia from Cities to Empires (Illustration)

Illustration

by Simeon Netchev
published on 13 January 2023

Ancient Mesopotamia from Cities to Empires — A visual timeline illustrating the development of what most consider the “cradle of civilization” - Mesopotamia (meaning “the land between two rivers,” the Tigris and
Euphrates) from the emergence of small tribal settlements in the Stone Age through various civilizations spanning thousands of years and the rise and fall of legendary cities and empires until the Bronze Age Collapse and the time of iron.

About the Author

Simeon is a freelance visual designer with a deep interest in the human side of history. He believes that every image should be an interaction, a commentary, and a narrative, and every map should lead on an exciting journey of exploration and discovery.

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APA Style

Netchev, S. (2023, January 13). Ancient Mesopotamia from Cities to Empires. World History Encyclopedia. Retrieved from https://www.worldhistory.org/image/16859/ancient-mesopotamia-from-cities-to-empires/

Chicago Style

Netchev, Simeon. "Ancient Mesopotamia from Cities to Empires." World History Encyclopedia. Last modified January 13, 2023. https://www.worldhistory.org/image/16859/ancient-mesopotamia-from-cities-to-empires/.

MLA Style

Netchev, Simeon. "Ancient Mesopotamia from Cities to Empires." World History Encyclopedia. World History Encyclopedia, 13 Jan 2023. Web. 19 Apr 2024.