How The Ancients Invented Writing, And Why | Human Voiced, No Ads

00:00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:04:59 Early Communication and Practical Development
00:11:25 Sumerian Cuneiform
00:21:06 Egyptian Hieroglyphs
00:35:51 Oracle Bone Script
00:47:41 Mesoamerican Writing Systems
00:58:38 A Few Extra Details
01:01:05 Thoughts and Conclusion



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Uncover the fascinating story of ancient contact between Rome and China, two of the most powerful empires of the ancient world. This video explores indirect trade along the Silk Road, diplomatic missions like the journey of Gan Ying, and Roman goods found in Chinese tombs. From silk in Roman markets to rumors of a land called "Daqin" in Han records, discover how these distant civilizations influenced each other through trade, myth, and cultural curiosity—even without ever meeting face to face.

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