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Period: 1096 to 1291
Crusades are Fought
A religious was between Christians and Muslims. Unsuccessful crusades but it extended trade routes. Unsuccessful campains. -
1300
Renaissance Begins
French word for rebirth. Humanism, people were looking at there self accomplishments. Counter reformation and reformation. -
1337
100 Year War Begins
War between England and France. The war actually last 116 years. The Black Plague hits Europe during the war. It lasted from 1337 to 1453 -
1347
Black Death Begins in Europe
Black Death Spread to Europe in the mid-1300s. It spread to Europe through 12 trade ships, most of the sailors were dead when they reached the docks in Europe. Rats carried black death also. -
1431
Joan of Arc Burned at the Stake
Joan of Arc was burnt for 3 reasons. First, she claimed to hear the voice of 3 major Saints and she was accused of using magic for that. Second, she was consistent in speaking out for her faith. Third, her pure obedience to God. -
Aug 13, 1521
Cortez Defeats Aztecs
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1532
Pizarro Defeats Incas
In 1532 Pizarro executed the last Inca emperor