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The Start of the Thirty Year's War
The Thirty Year's War is the term used to collectively describe a series of wars that occurred between 1618 and 1648. It began as a fight for religious dominance between the Protestants and Catholics within the Holy Roman Empire, and it ended as a fight for political dominance over Europe. It is important because of its effect on European society and geopolitical landscape. Source: https://www.history.com/topics/reformation/thirty-years-war -
The End of the Thirty Year's War
The Thirty Year's War is the term used to collectively describe a series of wars that occurred between 1618 and 1648. It began as a fight for religious dominance between the Protestants and Catholics within the Holy Roman Empire, and it ended as a fight for political dominance over Europe. It is important because of its effect on European society and geopolitical landscape. Source: https://www.history.com/topics/reformation/thirty-years-war -
English Bill of Rights
The English Bill of Rights is a document outlining the tyranny of James II, listed new freedoms and privileges of the citizens and parliament of England, and confirmed the new joint leadership of William III and Mary II. It was necessary after the overthrow of James II, and it ushered in a new era for England. It is important because of its influence on the development of England and the U.S. Bill of Rights. Source: https://www.history.com/topics/british-history/english-bill-of-rights -
The Start of the War of the Austrian Succession
The War of the Austrian Succession was an ongoing conflict between Pressia (and its allies) and Austria (and its allies), and lasted for eight years (1740-1748). It came as a result of the female heir of Charles IV ascending to be the leader of the Habsburgs. The event is important because it allowed for Maria Theresa to maintain her leadership, and bring reforms to governmental power and duties. Source: https://www.britannica.com/event/War-of-the-Austrian-Succession -
The End of the War of the Austrian Succession
The War of the Austrian Succession was an ongoing conflict between Pressia (and its allies) and Austria (and its allies), and lasted for eight years (1740-1748). It came as a result of the female heir of Charles IV ascending to be the leader of the Habsburgs. The event is important because it allowed for Maria Theresa to maintain her leadership, and bring reforms to governmental power and duties. Source: https://www.britannica.com/event/War-of-the-Austrian-Succession -
Stamp Act
The Stamp Act of 1765 was imposed on American colonists as a result of England's debts after the Seven Year's War. It was passed by the British Parliament without the colonists having a say in the matter. It is important because it was the first of many taxes and events that led to conflicts and the colonists declaring independence from Britain in 1776. Source: https://www.history.com/topics/american-revolution/stamp-act -
The Start of the American Revolution
The American Revolution is a period of conflict (1776-1783) between the American colonists and the Great British Army, and it was fought to decide the independence of the colonists. It came about as a result of unfair treatment and taxation of the colonists. It is an important event because it determined the future development of the colonies, and in doing so, determined the future of the Western world. Source: https://www.history.com/topics/american-revolution/american-revolution-history -
Treaty of Paris
The Treaty of Paris was signed by American and British ambassadors in 1783, marking the conclusion of the American revolution. The Treaty of Paris confirms the freedom of America and outlines Britain's level of involvement in the developing country It is important because it was written proof of America's independence and that Britain recognized this to be true. Source: https://www.history.com/topics/american-revolution/treaty-of-paris -
The End of the American Revolution
The American Revolution is a period of conflict (1776-1783) between the American colonists and the Great British Army, and it was fought to decide the independence of the colonists. It came about as a result of unfair treatment and taxation of the colonists. It is an important event because it determined the future development of the colonies, and in doing so, determined the future of the Western world. Source: https://www.history.com/topics/american-revolution/american-revolution-history -
Storming of the Bastille
The Storming of the Bastille was a Parisian capture of the Royal Bastille fort and prison. After demanding weapons from the Commander stationed there, a mob of Parisians swarmed the Bastille, claiming it and its weapons as their own. This event is important because it was a call to arms, beginning the French Revolution, a conflict that would permanently reshape French politics. Source: https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/french-revolutionaries-storm-bastille -
The Start of the French Revolution
The French Revolution (1789-1799) was a conflict started within France, that was between the Monarchy and the different embodiments of unhappy natives of France. It started as a change in monarchical power, went on to be an overthrow of the monarchy, and ended with a governmental system surrounding a monarch-like leader called a consul. It is important because of its impact on Europe and its spread of Enlightenment ideas. Source: https://www.history.com/topics/france/french-revolution -
Tennis Court Oath
The Tennis Court Oath was an oath taken by the Third Estate (commoners class) which stated that they would not disperse until a new constitution was in place, which defied King Louis XVI's order to disperse. They became known as the National Assembly. It is important because it was the first political act of rebellion, the creation of the National Assembly, and that it led to the Storming of Bastille. Source: https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/third-estate-makes-tennis-court-oath -
The Start of the Reign of Terror
The execution of King Louis XVI confirmed that no Constitutional Monarchy could be had, and over the next few months, Jacobin radicals began to execute any possible enemies of the revolution. Over this ten-month period known as the Reign of Terror (1793-1794) these executions continued until the overseer (Robespierre) was finally executed. It is an important event because it had a great impact on how the French Revolution would conclude. Source: https://www.britannica.com/event/Reign-of-Terror -
The End of the Reign of Terror
The execution of King Louis XVI confirmed that no Constitutional Monarchy could be had, and over the next few months, Jacobin radicals began to execute any possible enemies of the revolution. Over this ten-month period known as the Reign of Terror (1793-1794) these executions continued until the overseer (Robespierre) was finally executed. It is an important event because it had a great impact on how the French Revolution would conclude. Source: https://www.britannica.com/event/Reign-of-Terror -
The End of the French Revolution
The French Revolution (1789-1799) was a conflict started within France, that was between the Monarchy and the different embodiments of unhappy natives of France. It started as a change in monarchical power, went on to be an overthrow of the monarchy, and ended with a governmental system surrounding a monarch-like leader called a consul. It is important because of its impact on Europe and its spread of Enlightenment ideas. Source: https://www.history.com/topics/france/french-revolution
