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Persia, now called Iran, is a fascinating country. It has been a major power since before the foundation of Rome and even since the dawn of civilization. And it still shapes today the politics of the Middle East and Eurasia. Right in the middle between Europe and Asia, it has been a major center of trade, learning, and cultural exchanges. It is also a remarkably durable center of power, always re-emerging no matter how many times it got invaded or conquered. This documentary will delve deep into where Persia comes from, and what made it so successful and unique among the world's great civilizations.#civilization

New Horizons is the first mission to the Kuiper Belt, a gigantic zone of icy bodies and mysterious small objects orbiting beyond Neptune. This region also is known as the “third” zone of our solar system, beyond the inner rocky planets and outer gas giants. Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Maryland, designed, built and operates the New Horizons spacecraft, and manages the mission for NASA’s Science Mission Directorate in Washington. The Year of Pluto - NASA New Horizons is a one hour documentary which takes on the hard science and gives us answers to how the mission came about and why it matters. Interviews with Dr. James Green, John Spencer, Fran Bagenal, Mark Showalter and others share how New Horizons will answer many questions. New Horizons is part of the New Frontiers Program, managed by NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama# space #Astronauts

Stone Age: The earliest known human ancestors, Homo habilis and Homo erectus, lived during this time. They used primitive stone tools. Neolithic Revolution (Around 10,000 BCE): Humans transitioned from hunting and gathering to agriculture, leading to settled communities and the development of early civilizations. Ancient Civilizations (Around 3,000 BCE - 500 CE): Mesopotamia: The Sumerians in modern-day Iraq are credited with creating one of the first written languages and systems of law. Egypt: The ancient Egyptians developed advanced agriculture, architecture (pyramids), and hieroglyphic writing. Indus Valley: The Indus Valley Civilization in South Asia had well-planned cities and complex social systems. China: Ancient China saw the rise of dynasties like the Shang, Zhou, and Qin, with advancements in technology and philosophy. Greece: The birthplace of democracy, philosophy (e.g., Plato, Aristotle), and the Olympic Games. Rome: The Roman Empire was known for its vast territorial expansion, governance, and engineering (aqueducts, roads). Maya, Inca, Aztec: Advanced civilizations in the Americas with impressive architecture and mathematics. Classical Era (500 CE - 600 CE): The fall of the Western Roman Empire marked the end of antiquity, while the Eastern Roman Empire, or Byzantine Empire, continued for several centuries. The Gupta Empire in India saw remarkable achievements in mathematics and astronomy. Medieval Period (Around 500 CE - 1500 CE): The rise of Islam in the 7th century led to the Islamic Golden Age, with significant contributions to science, mathematics, and philosophy. Feudalism and the Middle Ages dominated Europe. The Crusades brought interactions between Europe and the Middle East. The Renaissance in Europe (14th-17th centuries) saw a revival of art, science, and culture. Early Modern Period (16th - 18th centuries): European exploration and colonization, including the discovery of the Americas and sea routes to Asia. The Scientific Revolution (e.g., Copernicus, Galileo, Newton) transformed understanding of the natural world. Enlightenment ideas about liberty, reason, and individual rights began to shape politics. Industrial Revolution (Late 18th - 19th centuries): Transition from agrarian and handcraft-based economies to industrial and mechanized production. Significant technological advancements in transportation, communication, and manufacturing. Modern Era (20th century - present): World Wars I and II reshaped the global order. Decolonization movements led to the end of European empires. The Cold War saw the ideological struggle between the United States and the Soviet Union. The digital revolution brought computers and the internet. Contemporary issues include globalization, climate change, and rapid technological advancement. This overview only scratches the surface of human civilization's history, and countless other cultures and events have contributed to the rich tapestry of our collective past. The story of human civilization is one of adaptation, innovation, and the continuous pursuit of knowledge and progress.