Timelines & Charts
Preclassical Period (c. 800–500 BCE)
Literature: Homer writes the Iliad and the Odyssey, two epic poems that tell the stories of the Trojan War and the wanderings of Odysseus.History: The Greeks begin to colonize the Mediterranean region.
Classical Period (500–323 BCE)
Literature: Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides write some of the greatest trage...
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The Ancient Greek Theater Timeline is a fascinating journey through the evolution of one of the most influential and enduring forms of artistic expression in the ancient world. Spanning several centuries, this timeline provides a comprehensive overview of the development of Greek theater, from its humble beginnings to its zenith as a cornerstone of...
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The Timeline of Ancient Greece is a chronological overview of the major events in Greek history from the Mycenaean civilization to the Roman conquest. It is a useful tool for understanding the development of Greek culture and society, and for seeing how Greece interacted with the wider world.
Here is a brief overview of the key periods in Greek his...
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A Detailed Chronology of Greek History is a comprehensive and authoritative account of the history of Greece from its earliest beginnings to the Roman conquest in 146 BC. It is written by renowned historian and classicist T.E.R. Lloyd and provides a detailed and nuanced account of all aspects of Greek history, including political, social, economic,...
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The timeline of Aegean political history is a chronological overview of the major political developments and shifts in power that occurred in the Aegean region, encompassing ancient Greece and its neighboring areas. While this timeline is not exhaustive, it highlights key events and periods:
Minoan Civilization (c. 2700-1400 BC): The Minoans, cente...
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