History Facts For Kids
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History is a fascinating subject that tells us about the past, the world, and the people who lived in it. If you are a kid interested in history, there are lots of fun and interesting facts to learn. Here are some of them:
1. The oldest known civilization is the Sumerian civilization, which existed in Mesopotamia around 4000 BC.
2. The Pyramids of Giza were built around 4500 years ago in Egypt. They are the only surviving structures of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
3. The ancient Greeks invented the Olympics in 776 BC, and it was held every four years to honor the god Zeus.
4. The Roman Empire was one of the largest empires in history, and it lasted from 753 BC to 476 AD.
5. The Black Death was one of the deadliest pandemics in human history, killing an estimated 75 to 200 million people in Eurasia during the 14th century.
6. The American Revolution occurred from 1765-1783, when the 13 colonies fought against British rule and gained their independence.
7. The French Revolution happened in 1789, when the people of France rose up against their king and queen and established a republic.
8. The Industrial Revolution began in England in the 18th century and transformed the world, introducing new technologies, factories, and ways of life.
9. The World War I (1914-1918) was a global war that involved more than 70 million military personnel and caused about 16 million deaths.
10. The Second World War (1939-1945) was the deadliest conflict in human history, killing an estimated 70–85 million people, including 6 million Jews in the Holocaust.
Learning history is important because it helps us understand our world better and learn from the past. By learning about our ancestors and the events that helped shape the world, we can gain a sense of our place in the world and be better citizens of our society.