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Italian Renaissance
The Italian Renaissance was the earliest manifestation of the European Renaissance. It was a period of great cultural change and achievement that began in Italy during the 14th century. -
Aug 3, 1492
Columbus Discovers the New World
Christopher Columbus led his three ships the Nina, the Pinta, and the Santa Maria across the Atlantic. His objective was to sail west until he reached Asia. -
Oct 31, 1517
95 Theses
Martin Luther nailed the 95 theses on the church door in Wittenberg, Germany. The 95 theses condemned indulgences and other church practices. -
Sep 20, 1519
Ferdinand Magellan Circumnavigates the World
In 1519, the five ships under Ferdinand Magellan's command left Spain and descended the Atlantic Ocean. In 1522 18 out of the original 237 men arrived back in Spain after circumnavigating the world. -
Creation of the Edict of Nantes
Signed by King Henry of France, it granted Huguenots substantial rights in France. France was still considered essentially catholic at the time. -
30 Years War
The 30 Years War was a war primarily fought in Central Europe between 1618 and 1648. It was one of the longest and most destructive conflicts in human history. -
English Civil War
The English Civil War was a series a armed conflicts and political machinations between the Roundheads and the Cavaliers. It was over the manner of England's government. -
Louis XIV Revokes the Edict of Nantes
The Edict of Fontainebleau was an edict issued by Louis XIV of France. It revoked the Edict of Nantes which granted Huguenots substantial rights in France. -
Glorious Revolution
The Glorious Revolution was the overthrow of King James II of England. It was done by an union of Parliamentarians with the dutch stadtholder William III. -
American Revolution
The American Revolution was a colonial revolt that took place between 1765 and 1783. The American Patriots in the thirteen colonies won independence from Great Britain. -
French Revolution
The French Revolution was time of social and political upheaval in France that lasted from 1789 until 1799. It was partially carried forward by Napoleon during the later expansion of the French Empire. -
Congress of Vienna
The Congress of Vienna was a meeting of ambassadors of European states chaired by Austrian statesman Klemens von Metterich. It was held in Vienna from 1814 to 1815. -
Opium Wars
The Opium Wars were two wars fought in the 19th century involving Anglo-Chinese disputes over British trade in China. The disputes included the First Opium War and the Second Opium War. -
Matthew Perry Opening Japan to Trade
Matthew Perry led his four ships into the harbor at Tokyo Bay. He was seeking to re-establish for first time in over 200 years regular trade and discourse between Japan and the western world.
