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570
The birth of Islam
The beginning of Islam was important because it was, and is a very big religion. It suited many peoples beliefs, so that it why it is still standing today.
Middle East- Religious -
Nov 22, 618
The fall of the Sui Dynasty
Invasions took place from northern nomads and caused the decline of the Sui Dynasty, New technologies were created during this dynasty.
East Asia- Political -
Nov 22, 618
The Tang Dynasty
Another Chinese Golden Age. Chinese influnce spreads, and Chinese government is used as a model for all of East Asia.
East Asia- Political -
Nov 1, 622
Muhammad and his followers flee to Medina
This is imprtant becuase he was able to practice his faith freely. This also was the start of the Islamic calandar.
MIddle East- Religious -
Nov 20, 650
The Koran was completed
This was important because the Koran set out the guidelines and ideas of the Islamic religion. It also held a lot of Muhammads teachings in it.
Middle East- Intellectual/Arts -
Nov 20, 651
Persia conquered by Muslims
This was important because it led to the Sasanian mpire in 651.Middle East- Political -
Nov 22, 661
Umayyad Caliphate
the greatest empire in islamic history in terms of accomplishments.
North Africa and Middle East- Political -
Nov 22, 700
Indian Ocean Trade
One of the best examples off the impact from the trade route was East Africa, giving them lots of resources and essentials.
East Africa- Economic -
Nov 23, 720
Trans Saharan Trade Route
One of the most well known trade routes on world history, occured all over parts of Africa and other areas. Gold was one of the main goods traded.
West Africa- Economic -
Nov 22, 730
Printing is invented in China
with the invention of printing, it sparked intellectual activity, and led to many other helpful technologies that we still use today.
East Asia- Intellectual -
Nov 22, 750
Decline of the Umyyad Caliphate
Many rebellions took place, and people started to doubt that they were actually related to Muhammad
North Africa, and Middle East- Political -
Nov 22, 780
The Silk Road
Most profitable and productive when large and powerful states were around. Provided security for merchants and travelers.
Middle East and East Asia- Economic -
Nov 22, 850
New Kingdoms in East Asia
Korea, Japan, and Vietnam all were influenced by the China and used China's political and economical systems for their own countries.
East Asia- Political and Social -
Nov 22, 900
Decline of the Mayan Civilization
The reason for the decline is unknown, but it could be from disease. This was significant because the mayan civilization was a very big part of world history,
Europe- Political -
Nov 22, 907
Tang Dynasty Falls
Sparked the 3 major chinese empires. Many inventions were concocted, and traditions such as foot binding are still practiced today.
East Asia- Political, Social -
Nov 22, 960
The Song Dynasty is established
Considered as another Golden Age in Chinese history, with a prosperous economy and radiant culture.
East Asia- Political -
Nov 22, 1095
The first crusades
The crusades were between the Christians and Muslims. The christians wanted to regain the holy land back from the Muslims.
Europe- Political -
Nov 22, 1206
Chinggis Khan began the Mongol Conquests
This covered most of Asia and Eastern Europe, and led to the development of the Mongol Empire.
Europe- Political -
Nov 22, 1206
Delhi Sultanate
Northern India = important bc they are a minority religious group in charge of a different majority
South Asia- Religious -
Nov 23, 1230
The Mali Empire
Largest empire in West Africa, influenced Wests African culture through the spread of language and customs.
West Africa- Social -
Nov 22, 1258
Mongols sack Baghdad
They sacked Baghdad because they did not pay tribute in form of military service.
Middle East- Political -
Nov 22, 1271
China and the Mongols
Khubulai Khan improved roads, lowered taxes, supported peasant agriculture, didnt become chinese, and descriminated against the Han chinese.
East Asia- Social -
Nov 22, 1275
Time of Marco Polo. China influences Europe
This inspired other explorers and provided valuable information. Europe was influenced by China by Religion and Technology.
East Asia & Europe- Social -
Nov 23, 1280
Monsa Musa Pilrimage
Emporer of the Malie empire, He made a pilgrimage to Mecca intorduced him to rulers in the Middle East.
West Africa- Social -
Nov 22, 1324
Timbuktu becomes an intellectual center
As Timbuktu reached its peak as a center of Islamic culture, thousands of scholars attended the three main universities that sparked intellectual thought.
West Africa- Intellectual -
Nov 22, 1325
Travels of Ibn Battuta
Ibn was a Moroccan explorer who explored the majority of the Islamic world including North Africa, Eastern Europe, and West Africa.
West Africa- Area -
Nov 22, 1347
Bubonic Plague
Started in central Asia, and spread to China and India. Killed about 200 Million people. Carried along the silk road, and caused the economy to drop.
South Asia and Europe- Social -
Nov 23, 1370
Timurid Dynasty
Influenced by Persian culture, and established two well known empires. Origins of this empire goes back to the Mongol tribe,,,
South Asia- Political -
Nov 23, 1400
Malacca
Port city in the modern day Southeastern Asian country of Malaysia. A trading center on the straight of Malacca.
South Asia- Economic -
Nov 22, 1450
Collapse of Byzantine Empire
The collapse of the empire was cause by attacks from the Ottoman Turks, as well as the political and economic instability.
Middle East- Political