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1300
Holy Roman Emperor Elected by Nobles
Beginning in the 13th century the Holy Roman Emperor was elected by 7 of the most important princes in the empire. -
1368
Founding of Ming Dynasty
Ming lead a peasant revolt that forced out the Mongols and then started his own dynasty. -
Aug 21, 1415
Portuguese Capture Cueta, Starting an Empire
After capturing Cueta, the Portuguese began their empire in Africa where they could collect gold and slaves to trade with other empires. -
1428
Mexica Start Conquering an Empire
The Mexica led a series of conquests that lead to the creation of an empire. They quickly conquered around 450 city-states to build their empire. -
1433
End of Zheng He's Voyages
The Ming government suspended further voyages in 1433 when admiral Zheng He died -
1438
Pachakuti Launches Inca Conquests
Pachakuti, the Inca's first great leader, began their conquests outward from Cuzco in 1438. -
1453
End of Hundred Years' War
England fought with France over the right to rule France until France eventually defeated them. -
1453
Ottoman Conquest of Constantinople
Under the leadership of Mehmed the conqueror, the Ottoman empire captured Constantinople and forced out the Byzantine. -
Jan 2, 1492
End of Reconquista
The reconquista ended after Ferdinand and Isabella had conquered Granada, the last moorish stronghold. -
1556
Akbar becomes Mughal emperor
Emperor Akbar lead the Mughal empire by including all of his people and generating taxes from agriculture to build roads and engage in trade. -
Mikhail Romanov becomes ruler of Russia
After the death of Ivan The Terrible there was no clear ruler of Russia and the power was given to the Romanov dynasty.