Ancient history

Written records have existed for how many years?

Written records have existed for approximately 5,500 years, with the earliest known examples dating back to 3500 BCE. These early records were pictographic, meaning they used pictures to represent words and ideas, and were developed in Mesopotamia, the region between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers. The invention of writing was a significant milestone in human history, allowing for the preservation and transmission of knowledge and information.