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476
Romans
Near 476 AD, the Roman empire collapsed, thus creating the dark ages. -
Apr 4, 1096
Crusades
The first crusade was started between the Romans and Muslims over the holy land. -
Apr 4, 1189
Richard I
Richard the Lionheart becomes king of England -
Apr 4, 1337
Hundred Years War
The Hundred Years War began. -
Apr 4, 1347
The Black Death
The black plague broke out in Europe, causing it's population to decrease rapidly. Symptoms include seizures, itchy skin, and overall sluggishness. -
Apr 4, 1431
Joan of Arc
Joan of Arc was executed at the age of 19 by England -
Apr 4, 1444
Printing Press
The invention of the printing press starts the Renaissance period. -
Apr 4, 1482
Leonardo Da Vinci
He paints The Last Supper. -
Apr 4, 1500
End of Middle Ages
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King Charlemagne
Charlemagne is crowned Holy Roman Emperor. He united Western Europe as a whole, and he is considered the father of the French and German monarchies.