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Civilisation can only begin when there is enough prosperity to provide a surplus of produce to divert after providing subsistence. The river valleys were fertile and well watered enough to produce this surplus.

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The river was a convenient source of fresh water, and if deep enough, a means of using boats to transport goods and people.

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