This document provides an overview of the First Age of Empires from 1570 BC to 200 BC. It describes the major empires that arose during this period, including the Egyptian empire, Assyrian empire, Persian empire, and the unification of China. Key developments are outlined for each empire, such as the military conquests of the Assyrians, the expansive rule and innovations of the Persians, and the philosophies of Confucius and other thinkers that influenced Chinese society.