The Late Bronze Age

The Late Bronze Age, occurring roughly from 1550 to 1200 BCE, was a significant period in ancient history marked by the rise of complex societies, advanced trade networks, and technological innovations such as the use of bronze for tools and weapons. This era saw powerful states, like Egypt, the Hittites, and Mycenaean Greece, engage in trade and warfare, influencing culture and politics across the Mediterranean and Near East. The period ended with the collapse of these civilizations, often attributed to climate change, invasions, and social upheaval, leading into the transitional era known as the Iron Age.