The End of Civilization (In the Bronze Age): Crash Course World History 211

The video explores the collapse of civilizations in the ancient Near East at the end of the Bronze Age. It discusses the interconnected trade and warfare among civilizations like Egypt and the Hittites. Various theories for the collapse, such as invasions by the Sea Peoples, earthquakes, and trade disruptions, are examined. The video draws parallels between ancient and modern global systems, emphasizing the potential fragility of interconnected civilizations.

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