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civilisation
noun
A society in an advanced state of social and cultural development.
archaeology
noun
The study of human history through excavation and analysis of artefacts and structures.
colonisation
noun
The action of settling among and establishing control over indigenous people of an area.
dynasty
noun
A succession of rulers from the same family or group.
artefact
noun
An object made or shaped by a human, especially one of archaeological interest.
revolution
noun
A fundamental and far-reaching change in society, government, or conditions.
conquest
noun
The act of taking control of territory or people by military force.
migration
noun
Movement of people or animals from one region or country to another.
feudalism
noun
A medieval system in which land was exchanged for military service and loyalty.
empire
noun
A group of nations or territories ruled by a single authority, usually an emperor.
propaganda
noun
Information, often biased, used to promote a particular political cause or viewpoint.
legacy
noun
Something left by a historical figure or period that continues to influence the present.
excavation
noun
The action of digging in the ground to uncover historical or archaeological remains.
indigenous
adjective
Originating or occurring naturally in a particular place; native.
sovereignty
noun
Supreme authority within a territory; the right of a state to govern itself.
manuscript
noun
A handwritten book or document, especially one written before printing was invented.
trade route
noun
A path used for commercial transport of goods between different regions.
chronicle
noun
A written account of historical events in the order in which they occurred.
oral tradition
noun
Cultural knowledge and stories passed down by word of mouth across generations.
inscription
noun
Words or symbols carved or written on a surface, especially as a permanent record.