Humans have been part of Earth for millions of years, evolving over time to establish the civilization we see today. While humanity is the only known intelligent civilization on Earth, some people wonder if others may have existed before us.
Scientists have considered the idea that prehistoric civilizations may have come and gone long before humans emerged. Different myths and legends from around the world might not just be folklore, but could represent actual events from Earth’s distant history.
If the records in myths and legends are accurate, they might point to the existence of civilizations before humanity. These civilizations would have left traces on Earth, inspiring scientific investigations to find evidence of their presence.
Although we’ve found many remnants of ancient cultures, they date back only a few thousand years. The oldest recorded civilization, the Sumerians, existed just over 6,000 years ago, making them modern compared to the prehistoric civilizations we seek.
Prehistoric civilizations would have existed millions of years ago, long before humans. So far, no definitive evidence has been found to prove their existence. While there are mysterious discoveries like a 350-million-year-old iron screw and a 2-billion-year-old iron bar, their origins remain uncertain and could be natural formations.
Still, the idea of past civilizations prompts questions and theories about their potential outcomes. If they existed, they may have become extinct or ventured into the cosmos. Earth has experienced five major extinction events, which may have led to their disappearance.
Conversely, if these civilizations thrived and avoided extinction, they might have become interstellar and left Earth. Given the rapid progress humanity has made in just 6,000 years, another 6,000 years could make interstellar travel possible.
These possibilities fuel our curiosity and drive our quest for knowledge. As we advance technology, we may uncover more secrets about Earth’s past. It’s essential to continue exploring, as future discoveries may be found within the Earth or on other planets in our solar system.
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