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Period: Jan 1, 1300 to
The Renaissance: Early 14th Century-Late 16th Century
Originating in Italy, The Renaissance was the beginning of "modern times". People are starting to look forward to living rather than death. This marked the beginning of knowledge expansion in Europe. -
Period: Nov 30, 1398 to Feb 3, 1468
Johan Gutenberg
He invented the printing press which changed the face of Europe. The results of this invention include and increase of literacy amoung citizens and an oppurtunity for individual interpretation of the bible -
Mar 15, 1420
Medici Rise to Power in Italy
As the richest and most powerful family in Italy throughout the Renaissance, The Medici's held all power in Florence starting with Giovanni, founder of Medici Bank. -
Apr 17, 1432
Establishment of "Office of the Night"
A special magistracy set up by the Florentine government to "root out the abominable vice of sodomy." It was a panel of professional men who were charged with pursuing and punishing acts of sodomy. -
Nov 30, 1440
Invention of Printing Press
Invented by Johann Gutenberg, this one invention changed the face of Europe. -
Period: Apr 15, 1452 to May 2, 1519
Leonardo Da Vinci
The "True Renaissance Man". Along with painting masterpieces like "The Last Supper", he was a pioneer in anatomy, an inventor, botanist and writer. -
Period: May 3, 1469 to Jun 21, 1527
Niccolo Machiavelli
Machiavelli invented political science. His book "The Prince" described a new kind of ruler. He is most famous for his quote, "The ends justify the means." -
Period: Nov 30, 1469 to Nov 30, 1499
Laura Cereta
As the first feminist writer, she was critical of the role of women in society and of how women succumb to these roles. -
Period: Mar 28, 1483 to Apr 6, 1520
Raphael Sanzio
Simply known as Raphael, he was a painter and sculpture of the Renaissance. He was celebrated for his grace and perfection. -
Jan 6, 1492
Entry of Ferdinand and Isabel into Granada
This signaled the end of the reconquista. This started the unification of Spain. -
Jan 28, 1494
Charles VIII of France Invades Italy
This invasion ushered in a new type of European power politics. Italy becomes the focus of International ambitions. -
Nov 30, 1498
Da Vinci finishes "The Last Supper"
Considered one of his greatest works, "The Last Supper" defines the religious emphasis at the time. Also the "hidden messages" in this painting provokes questions in modern society. -
Jan 1, 1510
Raphael's "The School of Athens"
This painting is important because it represents the similarities between the Renaissance and Ancient Greece. Raphael mixed scholars from his time and the time of Ancient Greece to show that society is beginning to thirst for knowledge again. -
Sep 14, 1513
Publication of "The Prince"
"The Prince" was Machiavelli's principle work. In this book, he describes how the ruler should gain, maintain, and increase it. -
Nov 30, 1528
"The Courtier"
Baldassare Castiglione's influential novel about education. It said that "the educated man of the upper class should have a broad background in many academic subjects, and his spiritual and physical as well as intellectual capabilities should be trained." -
Jul 6, 1535
Beheading of Sir Thomas Moore
Famous English philosopher and lawyer who was executed because he refused to approve Henry VIII's Act of Succession -
Period: Apr 26, 1564 to
William Shakespeare
Shakespeare, an english writer, wrote about 38 plays, and 154 sonnets.
