The Iron Age in Europe

The Iron Age in Europe, beginning around 1200 BCE and lasting until about 500 BCE, marked a period when societies started using iron for tools and weapons, replacing earlier materials like bronze. This technological advance led to stronger tools, increased agricultural productivity, and more complex social structures. The Iron Age saw the development of distinct cultures, trade networks, and fortifications, shaping early European history. It was an era of significant cultural shifts that laid the groundwork for later civilizations, reflecting advancements in craftsmanship, warfare, and societal organization.