How did ancient river civilization of Mesopotamia, Egypt, and Ancient China legitimize their rule and maintain their power in ancient societies? (consider as many factors as possible. Including law, art, religion, economics, and gender) Compare these ancient societies with legitimacy with that of Classical Persia. How are the river civilizations similar and how are they different from the Classical Persian Empire?

River Valley Civilizations Project: Mesopotamia and Ancient China Similarities between ancient China and Mesopotamia Both were civilizations Both were ruled by dynasties Both were in fertile are for good farming Both had two river systems Both had many advancements

Ancient Egypt Summary Women. They were free and enjoyed a level of independence and authority that was rare in the ancient East. Egyptian women went wherever they wished and didn’t wear a veil. Many times, they are portrayed as being on the same level as their husbands. Women inherited goods from their parents on an equal footing

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