The Classical period in European history is the name given to the period preceeding the [[Medieval]] period. Classical history, and indeed [[Western Civilisation]] in general, begins in [[Ancient Greece]], and was later spread to more primitive parts of Europe by the [[Roman Empire]]. It was a period characterised by great empires, and the growth of philosophy, science, and many different religions. It came to and end with the fall of the Roman Empire. | The Classical period in European history is the name given to the period preceeding the [[Medieval]] period. Classical history, and indeed [[Western Civilisation]] in general, begins in [[Ancient Greece]], and was later spread to more primitive parts of Europe by the [[Roman Empire]]. It was a period characterised by great empires, and the growth of philosophy, science, and many different religions. It came to and end with the fall of the Roman Empire. |