Has there ever been a period in human history without war?

One of humanity's oldest questions gets fresh attention: Has there ever been a period when people weren't fighting? According to Live Science, the answer may reveal uncomfortable truths about our species. While some cultures and regions have enjoyed stretches of relative peace, finding a moment in history when conflict disappeared everywhere simultaneously appears nearly impossible. The evidence suggests that peace, it seems, requires constant work.

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