World History

World History covers the events and trends that shaped the history and development of the world as a whole. It encompasses Ancient History as well as modern events that played out on a worldwide stage such as World Wars I and II. Find resources here for World History, or drill down into the subtopics to find resources for specific regions or eras in history.

What is World History?

Most high school students take a World History course at some point in their schooling. The course generally covers the history of the world from a global perspective, covering topics such as the rise and fall of civilizations, major political events, and the impact of religion and culture on history. Students generally learn about different historical periods and how they were shaped by the people and events of that time.