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Jan 1, 750
The first great English epic poem, Beowulf, is written in Old English. The work is anonymous and untitled until 1805. It is a Christian poem that exemplifies early medieval society in England and shows roots in Old Testament Law.
Cause:
It exemplifies early medieval society in England and shows roots in Old Testament Law. Effect:
To teach kids of the early medieval society in England. -
Jan 1, 1168
English scientist Robert Grosseteste translates Aristotle's Ethics and makes technological advances in optics, mathematics and astronomy.
Cause:
Robert Grossteste wanted to make this knowledge to people who couldn't speak the language it was originally in. Effect:
This lead to further studies in this topic, and future acomplishments. -
Jan 1, 1170
The first European windmill is developed.
Cause:
Farmers wanted to have a more efficient way to do their jobs. Effect:
Farmers produced products faster and more efficiently. -
Jan 1, 1347
The Black Death appears during a time of economic depression in Western Europe and reoccurs frequently until the fifteenth century.
Cause:
It was caused by bacteria called Yersinia pestis. These bacteria are found mainly in rodents, particularly rats, and in the fleas that feed on them. Because there were so many rats back then, the Black Death spread rapidly. Effect:
75-200 million people died because of the Black Death. -
Jan 1, 1509
Henry VIII succeeds his father, Henry VII, for the English crown.
Cause:
Henry VII defeated Richard III in the Battle of Bosworth Field. Effect:
Henry VII seized the crown and ruled England until he died in 1501.
