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The War of Spanish Succession
Charles II died without any heir and people want to inherit what he had. Essentially England goes to war with france over territory. Others fought but these were the two main ones. This led to the transferring of power in europe. -
The Death of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb
Marked the end of the medieval India and the beginning of the modern India and the beginning of European invasion India. -
The First Copy-write Legislation
Before this most rights to ideas were looked over by companies. After this legislation the idea or invention was protected by the government. This helped for more people to get credit for their work. Society was impacted greatly because european citizens were able to create and get credit. -
Treaty of Utrecht
The Treaty of Utrecht was signed in 1713 and brought to an end the War of Spanish Succession between England and France. France lost its right over spanish ruled areas. This led to more power for England. -
Peak of the Little Ice Age
Growing seasons were shortened and Europe was affected -
7 Years War
French and England fought in North America for territory. This was a conflict that massively affected the colonies. -
Thomas Paine Publishes Common Sense
This was a pamphlet spread in the colonies. It essentially provided reasons to leave Britain behind. This was important because British Citizens could come if the seeker freedom of religion. Though this was not in Europe it was important to European society. -
Defeat of British by America
This was a massive blow to the british. After this they were in debt and lost a lot of income. Many british citizens were extremely unhappy. This led to the decline of britain as a power for a little bit but they would soon rise up. -
Treaty of Mangalore
This was a treaty between Tipu Sultan and the British East India Company It was signed in Mangalore and brought an end to the Second Anglo-Mysore War. -
French Revolution
People overthrew the French Monarchy and took control of France