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Period: 650 to
Most important events between 650CE - 1700C
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700
The Polynesian Expansion
The Polynesian Expansion involved the settlement of thousands of islands in the Pacific Region including New Zealand. Starting in 700CE, each island developed its own unique society and culture. The main regions of the Polynesian Expansion included Hawaii, Easter island, New Zealand, Samoa and Tonga. -
1347
The Black Plague
The Black Death (also known as the Black Plague) was a widespread contagious disease that killed a third of Europe’s population in the mid thirteen hundreds. It was spread through the bite of infected rat fleas and killed people within 12 hours of contact. The Black Plague had a significant impact on world trade, politics, wars and lifestyles. -
The Birth of Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton is acknowledged as one of the most significant scientists in history with his discoveries of the three laws of motion and works in mathematics and optics. He revolutionised modern scientific thinking.
