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Jan 1, 1440
Invention of the Printing Press
Johannes Gutenberg invented the first one. He created it with replaceable/moveable parts. -
Jan 1, 1450
Peak of the Renaisance Era
The word Renaisance means "rebirth." The Renaisance Era marked the point in time when people realized they should be working to improve life now, instead of worrying about happiness after death. -
Jan 1, 1507
The Painting of Mona Lisa (completion)
The Mona Lisa was painted by Leonardo da Vinci. It took him four years to complete the painting. He started it in 1503. It was completed in 1507. -
Jan 1, 1517
96 Theses
Made by Martin Luther. Based on the power of indulgences. Known as the Protestant Reformation. -
Jan 1, 1534
Luther's Translation of the Bible
Luther translated the bible to German. Translation is considered to be largely responsible for the evolution of the modern German language. -
Dec 13, 1564
Council of Trent
It is considered to be one of the Church's most important councils. 25 sessions took place in Trent. -
Gun Powder Plot
Sometimes called the Gunpowder Treason Plot, was a failed assassination attempt against King James I of England -
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30 years of war
Very destruction maybe the most in European history. Mostly fought in Germany. Involved most countries in Europe. -
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1st English Civil War
It started with the spit between Charles I and the Parliment. The split was so serious that neither side was willing to They held and all problems could be solved. The country split into those who supported the king and those who supported Parliament – the classic ingredients for a civil war. -
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The Reign of Louis XIV
He had the longest reign in the European history.He brought you the absolute monarchy to its peak during his reign.He established a court in the versatiles. He was a greedy ruler and taxed the people highly. -
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Age of the Monarchs
Very, very controlling!! -
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2nd English War
People were upset with King Charles I. This eventually led to his execution. -
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3rd English Civil War
Many fights between the political parties and the parliment. -
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The Glorious Revolution
They overthrew King James and everything was all GOOD!Then the throne was passed to his daughter Mary. -
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Louis XVI
He was executed along with his lover. -
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Louis XV
He was the grandson of the Louis the XIV and he was nicknamed "The Beloved." -
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French Revolution
A period of radical social and political upheaval in French and European history.
