The Bronze Age Collapse Explained

The video explores the collapse of Bronze Age civilizations, likening it to modern apocalyptic themes. It discusses the rapid decline of major empires like the Mycenaeans and Hittites, and the resulting Dark Age. Various theories are examined, including environmental disasters, human invasions, and new warfare tactics. Complexity theory is also considered, suggesting that the interconnectedness of these societies made them vulnerable to rapid collapse.

What were some of the major empires that collapsed during the Bronze Age?

What theories exist regarding the causes of the collapse of Bronze Age civilizations?

How did environmental factors contribute to the decline of these civilizations?

What role did invasions and migrations play in the collapse of the Bronze Age societies?

Explain the concept of complexity theory in relation to the collapse of Bronze Age empires.