Neolithic Period (New Stone Age) (jan 1, 8000 BC – jan 1, 300 BC)
Description:
During the Neolithic period (roughly 8,000 B.C. to 3,000 B.C.), ancient humans switched from hunter/gatherer mode to agriculture and food production. They domesticated animals and cultivated cereal grains. They used polished hand axes, adzes for ploughing and tilling the land and started to settle in the plains. Advancements were made not only in tools but also in farming, home construction and art, including pottery, sewing and weaving.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 8000 BC
jan 1, 300 BC
~ 7705 years