The postclassical era can be characterized as an era of dusk and dawn due to the unexpected turn of events that occurred during this time. The major regions that were affected by such events involved Eastern and Western Europe. The grand occurrence was the collapse of the Roman empire, which was then divided into small kingdoms. The changes in how people lived now resulted from constant military conflicts. However, what people could do involved seeking wealthy parties that could take the rule of the small European regions and reign them to create peace again.
During this time, people valued their religion, which was then Christianity. However, the impact of the Roman empire’s collapse was evident since the power of this religion became weaker. After the establishment of smaller regions with their own government and authorities, Christianity was divided into several kinds. In the West, there was a Catholic Church, and in the east, people started to value the Orthodox Church.
However, while the European region was practically divided by war, regions such as China, India, and the Middle East were flourishing at this time. The countries were experiencing growth in trade and the development of additional networks, which allowed the prosperity of these governments. Moreover, while being divided in the previous centuries, now, the nations could interact with other cultures, which was enriching for all parties.
Consequently, the major impacts of these changes on human history led to the new world order, with the power shifting from the West to the East. In the eras that will follow, one might see how the countries in Europe will build their nations from the beginning, while the Middle East will continue the rapid growth. Nowadays, people can still feel the presence of Chinese, Indian, and Middle Eastern influences, involving the spread of gunpowder, compasses, and paper.