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3000BCE
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1572CE

Paleolithic Era

— Origins of Humanity and the Stone Age —

Caral-Supe Civilization

3000 BCE - 1800 BCE, Peru
Caral-Supe Civilization

This ancient civilization is known for its impressive urban centers and monumental architecture, showcasing advanced societal organization and cultural development.

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Norte Chico

3000 BCE - 1800 BCE, Peru
Norte Chico

This ancient civilization, located in present-day Peru, is known for its early urban development and complex society.

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Nuk Culture

3000 BCE - 500 BCE, Greenland

A prehistoric culture in northern Greenland during the late Paleolithic, associated with advanced Arctic adaptations.

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Preclassic Maya

2000 BCE - 250 CE, Guatemala

This period marks the early development of Maya civilization, characterized by the establishment of agricultural practices and the emergence of complex societies.

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The Arawak

2000 BCE - 1500 CE, Brazil

This period marks the arrival and establishment of the Arawak people in the region, known for their agricultural practices and social structures.

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Eskimo

2000 BCE - 1800 CE, Canada
Eskimo

Indigenous peoples of the Arctic regions, including Alaska, Canada, Greenland, and Siberia, traditionally hunter-gatherers specialized in marine resources.

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Olmec Civilization

1200 BCE - 400 BCE, Mexico
Olmec Civilization

This civilization is considered the first major civilization in Mexico, known for its colossal head sculptures and influence on later cultures.

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Iroquoian

1200 BCE - 1700 CE, United States of America
Iroquoian

A confederation of Native American tribes in the Northeastern United States and Canada, known for longhouses and matrilineal society.

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The Amazonian Tribes

1000 BCE - 1500 CE, Brazil
The Amazonian Tribes

This period encompasses the diverse tribes of the Amazon, known for their unique cultures, languages, and adaptations to the rainforest environment.

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Tapajós Culture

1000 BCE - 1500 CE, Brazil

This period marks the development of the Tapajós culture, characterized by advanced agricultural practices and complex social structures.

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Algonquian

1000 BCE - 1600 CE, United States of America
Algonquian

A group of Native American tribes in Northeastern North America, speaking Algonquian languages and practicing hunting, fishing, and agriculture.

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Siouan

1000 BCE - 1600 CE, United States of America

A Native American linguistic and cultural group of the Great Plains and Midwest, known for semi-nomadic hunting and complex social structures.

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Adena

1000 BCE - 200 BCE, United States of America
Adena

A Pre-Columbian Native American culture in the Ohio River Valley, known for mound-building and ceremonial practices.

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Chavin Civilization

900 BCE - 200 BCE, Peru
Chavin Civilization

This civilization is known for its religious and artistic achievements, influencing later Andean cultures.

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Chavín de Huantar

900 BCE - 200 CE, Peru
Chavín de Huantar

An archaeological site featuring a complex of stone buildings and temples, known for its intricate carvings and religious significance.

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