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Nov 8, 1494
First Italian War
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Mar 2, 1496
Niccolo Machiavelli
Italian statesman, author, and philosopher. His best-known work, The Prince (1517), contains Machiavelli’s thoughts on the methods by which a prince may acquire and make of political power. -
Jul 3, 1505
Martin Luther
Luther had a life-changing experience that set him on a new course. -
Oct 31, 1517
Luther posted the Ninety-five Theses
Luther posted the ninety-five theses, which he had composed in Latin, on the door of All Saints' Church in Wittenberg http://www.history.com/topics/martin-luther-and-the-95-theses -
Mar 3, 1534
King Henry VIII
Henry VIII declared himself supreme head of the Church of England. http://www.biography.com/people/henry-viii-9335322#catherine-of-aragon-and-princess-mary -
Jan 25, 1554
Queen Elizabeth
The objective of the rebels was to to replace Mary with Elizabeth. But their other objective was to arrange the marriage of Elizabeth to Edward Courtney. Sir Thomas Wyatt wrote a letter to Elizabeth informing her of the intentions to overthrow Queen Mary. The letter was intercepted by Government agents. -
Nobility
They were expected to fulfill certain ideals.
They should have talent, character, and grace.
They should develop two skills: 1)perform military and physical exercies 2) gain a classical education and enrich life with the arts.