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1300
Holy Roman Emperor elected by nobles
Starting in the 13th century, the King of the Romans began to be elected by the Nobles. -
1368
Founding of Ming dynasty
Founded in 1368 by Zhu Yuanzhang, the Ming Dynasty came to be. -
Aug 21, 1415
Portuguese capture Cueta, starting an empire
The Portuguese captured Cueta in 1415, which began the Portuguese Empire and conquest. -
1433
End of Zheng He's voyages
Zheng He's voyages came to an abrupt ending when told by Emperor Xuande to stop his exploration. -
1438
Pachakuti launches Inca conquests
When Pachakuti became Leader of the Inca in 1438, he immediately began the expansion, starting with local tribes. -
1453
Ottoman conquest of Constantinople
The Ottoman began their conquest of Constantinople in 1453. They bombarded the city with cannons and bombs. -
Oct 19, 1453
End of Hundred Years' War
Lasting from 1337 to 1453, the Hundred Years' war finally ended when Bordeaux surrendered. -
Jan 2, 1492
End of Reconquista
After over 700 years, the Reconquista finally ended in 1492 after Fernidad conquered Granada. -
1519
Mexica start conquering an empire
The Mexica began conquest in 1519, becoming one of the most important events of the Spanish-American era. -
Feb 12, 1556
Akbar becomes Mughal emperor
Akbar took over Humayun's spot as Emperor of the Mughal Empire at a young age, wanting to start a new platform involving religion. -
Mikhail Romanov becomes ruler of Russia
When Romanov became the leader of Russia, he was reminded he only became Tsar because of Nobility.