Anglo-Saxon/Medieval 1200-1485

The Prioress

1200

The Prioress is a portion of the famous Canterbury Tales, written by Geoffrey Chaucer. It follows the tale of a Christian woman, who prays to Christ and to the Virgin Mary for help in becoming a woman.

Spanish Christians Defeat the Moors

1212

The Spanish Christians defeat the Moors and start the campaign reconquista, which will be successful. “Medieval Battles & Wars History Timeline.” Medieval Battles & Wars History Timeline, https://www.medievalchronicles.com/medieval-battles-wars/medieval-battles-timeline/. Image Source: https://www.heritage-history.com/index.php?c=resources&s=war-dir&f=wars_reconquista

King John signs Magna Carta

1215

The Magna Carta is one of the most important documents ever created. The Magna Carta states that everybody is subject to the law, including the king himself. It also guarantees the rights of individuals the right to justice and a fair trial.

Great Siege of Baghdad

1258

The Great Siege of Baghdad takes place and the Mongols bring an end to the Islam Golden Age. “Medieval Battles & Wars History Timeline.” Medieval Battles & Wars History Timeline, https://www.medievalchronicles.com/medieval-battles-wars/medieval-battles-timeline/. Image Source: https://www.thoughtco.com/the-mongol-siege-of-baghdad-1258-195801

England Conquers Wales

1282

In the years 1282, England conquered the Wales. The invasion was lead by Edward I.

The Battle of Stirling Bridge

1298

The Scottish resistance succeeds against the English at the Battle of Stirling Bridge under the leadership of William Wallace. “Medieval Battles & Wars History Timeline.” Medieval Battles & Wars History Timeline, https://www.medievalchronicles.com/medieval-battles-wars/medieval-battles-timeline/. Image Source: https://www.thoughtco.com/scottish-independence-battle-of-stirling-bridge-2360736

Start of the 100 Year War

1337

The start of the 100 year war, which goes on for 116 years against England and France and span across 4 different war periods. “Medieval Battles & Wars History Timeline.” Medieval Battles & Wars History Timeline, https://www.medievalchronicles.com/medieval-battles-wars/medieval-battles-timeline/. Image Source: https://www.history.com/topics/middle-ages/hundred-years-war

The Battle of Kosovo

1389

A famous battle took place in Kosovo between the Christian army and the Ottoman army, both armies lost their leaders and the Turks due to having more men as backup continued to conquer the lands. “Medieval Battles & Wars History Timeline.” Medieval Battles & Wars History Timeline, https://www.medievalchronicles.com/medieval-battles-wars/medieval-battles-timeline/. Image Source: http://www.diakonima.gr/2009/06/15/the-events-surrounding-the-battle-of-kosovo-1389-and-its-cultural-effect-on-the-s

Siege of Orleans

1429

Brings the entrance of the legendary Joan of Arc, where she helped the French win the siege of Orleans for Dauphin of France, which was one of a series of battles which drives the English back out of Europe. “Medieval Battles & Wars History Timeline.” Medieval Battles & Wars History Timeline, https://www.medievalchronicles.com/medieval-battles-wars/medieval-battles-timeline/. Image Source: https://www.history.com/topics/middle-ages/siege-of-orleans

Battle of Varna

1444

The Ottomans decide the fate of Hungary in their war against the Hungarians in the battle of Varna in which they are victorious, bringing defeat over the Hungarian-polish armies and the death of Wladyslaw III Of Poland. “Medieval Battles & Wars History Timeline.” Medieval Battles & Wars History Timeline, https://www.medievalchronicles.com/medieval-battles-wars/medieval-battles-timeline/. Image Source: https://www.learning-history.com/battle-varna/

The Fall of Constantinople

1453

The Ottomans continue their victory streak and take over the city of Constantinople, making the city the capital of the Ottoman Empire and marks the fall of the Byzantine empire. “Medieval Battles & Wars History Timeline.” Medieval Battles & Wars History Timeline, https://www.medievalchronicles.com/medieval-battles-wars/medieval-battles-timeline/. Image Source: https://www.ancient-origins.net/history-important-events/fall-constantinople-0011069

End of 100 Years War

1453

The English lose the 100 year war versus France and are driven back from Europe. “Medieval Battles & Wars History Timeline.” Medieval Battles & Wars History Timeline, https://www.medievalchronicles.com/medieval-battles-wars/medieval-battles-timeline/. Image Source: https://www.historytoday.com/archive/end-hundred-years-war

Siege of Belgrade

1456

In the massive siege of Belgrade the Ottoman advancement is halted for seven decades due to the tactical superiority of the leader of the defences, a Hungarian nobleman called John Hunyadi. “Medieval Battles & Wars History Timeline.” Medieval Battles & Wars History Timeline, https://www.medievalchronicles.com/medieval-battles-wars/medieval-battles-timeline/. Image Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Siege_of_Belgrade_(1456)