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Oct 31, 1517
The Protestant Reformation Begins
The Protestant Reformation led to challenges between the Protestants and the church when the Protestants accused the church of lack of tradition and corruption creating multiple sects, tension, and arguments. -
Oct 31, 1517
Martin Luther - 95 Theses
Luther saw the corruption in the church and tried to put an end to it. He made a list of reasons how the church was corrupt called the 95 theses which he posted on the door of the church in Wittenberg. This was the first public act of reformation. -
Jun 1, 1519
Leipzig Debate
A debate made to discuss Martin Luther's teachings and was conducted in the presence of George the Duke of Saxony. The debate was originally between Johann Eck and Andreas Karlstadt, but Eck later invited Luther to join in the debate. There was a joint verdict on the on the outcome of the debate, but no decision was ever truly reached that affected the debate. -
Jan 28, 1521
The Diet of Worms
The trial of Martin Luther, held in Worms, Germany before Charles V, was to determine the fate of Luther. Luther fled before a verdict was reached, Frederick III, ensured Luther's safety and sent him to Wartburg Castle. -
Jan 27, 1529
Religious Wars
Multiple wars over religion broke out over Europe. There was one in the Holy Roman Empire between Lutherans and Catholics. Then a war between French Calvanists and Catholics started between two families. These lasted until the Treaty of Augsburg was created.
