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1440
Printing Press
Made it easier to copy and spread important pieces of paper. Important documents can now spread quicker. -
Jan 1, 1485
Astrolabe Updated
Sailors could locate where they are traveling. They could also figure out where they are just by looking at the stars. -
Oct 12, 1492
Columbus Finds America
Now, Europeans can trade with the Native Americans. They can also control America and live there. -
Jun 7, 1494
Treat of Tortisillas
Creates the Line of Demarcation. Led to trip around the world. -
1512
Sistine Chapel Complete
Michelangelo makes another great work of art. Michelangelo was now trusted with more art. -
1512
Portuguese establish colonies around the Spice Islands.
Portuguese get rich from trading the spices. Portuguese gains lots of power. -
May 25, 1521
Diet of Worms
Spreads Lutheranism around the world. Luther embarrassed Charles V in front of many Catholics. -
Jun 9, 1534
Jacques Cartier sails into Canada
Jacques claims land for France and gives them more control. He also is credited with naming Canada. -
Jun 26, 1541
Pizzaro is killed
Aztecs take control over the Inca empire. Leads to more fighting and deaths. -
Dutch East India Company
Improved spice trading in Netherlands. Made Netherlands lots of money and protected trade. -
American Independence
American breaks away from England. America becomes another world-wide powerhouse.