8th century BC

The 8th century BC was a period of great change for several historically significant civilizations.

The Neo-Assyrian Empire reaches the peak of its power, conquering the Kingdom of Israel as well as nearby countries.

Rome is founded in 753 BC, and the Etruscan civilization expands in Italy.

Iron Age India enters the later Vedic period.

Vedic ritual is annotated in many priestly schools in Brahmana commentaries, and the earliest Upanishads mark the beginning of Vedanta philosophy.

The bronze Capitoline Wolf suckles the infant twins Romulus and Remus , the twins added in the 15th century. They were the legendary founders of Rome .
Sargon II , King of Assyria and conqueror of the Kingdom of Israel , depicted here with a dignitary