Renaissance/Reformation/Scientific Revolution

By Tanner Belles
  • Jul 20, 1304

    Petrarch

    Petrarch
    A scholar and poet of the early renaissance. One of the first humanists ever. The very first to concept the "Dark Ages"
  • 1404

    Johannes Gutenberg

    Johannes Gutenberg
    A German blacksmith and inventor. Created the printing press as well as many other innovative items. Also created the movable type.
  • Jan 1, 1449

    Lorenzo de'Medici

    Lorenzo de'Medici
    A very popular and well known Italian statesman who also ruled over the Florentine republic. Being so rich and powerful, he became a patron helping to contribute to the arts of people like Michelangelo and Botticelli. He also held the power of balance within the Italic League, stabilizing political conditions for decades.
  • Apr 15, 1452

    Leonardo da Vinci

    Leonardo da Vinci
    An Italian polymath of the Renaissance. Header of many inventions such as the war machine and the flying machine (A modern day tank and helicopter). He created the Mona Lisa, a world renowned painting famed for it's detail. Also the creator of The last supper and the Vitruvian man
  • Oct 28, 1466

    Erasmus

    Erasmus
    A Dutch Philosopher and Christian Humanist. Wrote specifically in classical Latin. Renowned by the churches for his works such as the transference of the new testament of Greek and Roman history.
  • Feb 29, 1468

    Pope Paul III

    Pope Paul III
    Changed his name to Paul when he became pope, was born Allessandro Farnese. Was made a cardinal in 1493. Convened the council of Trent in 1545
  • May 3, 1469

    Machiavelli

    Machiavelli
    A popular writer best known for poetry. Created the "The Prince" a book in which political leaders are advised to use dishonest behavior in order to rule. His much lesser recognized book "Discourses on Livy" paved the way to modern republicanism.
  • May 21, 1471

    Albrecht Durer

    Albrecht Durer
    Revolutionary German Humanist best known for arts. Incredibly reputable at 20 due to his high quality wood cuttings. The very first European landscape artist
  • Feb 19, 1473

    Copernicus

    Copernicus
    Created the theory of the sun being in the center of the universe. Born in the city of Thorn, Prussia. A great polymath excelling in math, religion, astrology, and many more.
  • May 6, 1475

    Michelangelo

    Michelangelo
    Rival to Leonardo de Vinci. Almost all of his created artwork and sculptures are among the most famous today. One of several assistants to work on the Sistine chapels ceiling.
  • Feb 7, 1478

    Thomas More

    Thomas More
    A great English lawyer and social philosopher. Was Henry the 8th's royal chancellor. Wrote "Utopia" in 1516, a book describing a perfect world.
  • May 28, 1483

    Raphael

    Raphael
    Incredibly productive for his age, owning a large workshop. He became known for creating much more serene works when compared to other artists. He also took large part in the vatican projects
  • Nov 10, 1483

    Martin Luther

    Martin Luther
    A German priest who revolutionized Christianity and the Church. Rejected many teachings from Christianity including indulgences. Revolutionized religion and churches as a whole
  • 1489

    Thomas Cranmer

    Thomas Cranmer
    The archbishop of Canterbury. One of the founders of the church of England under King Henry VIII. Killed by Owen Reese when he refused to rejoin Catholicism.
  • 1491

    Ignatius of Loyala

    Ignatius of Loyala
    Born in 1491 a Spanish man. Started the Jesuit order. Known for his spiritual exercises
  • Jun 28, 1491

    King Henry VIII

    King Henry VIII
    Ruled England until his death. Created a new religion so he could divorce his many wives. Made radical changes to the English constitution.
  • Jul 10, 1509

    John Calvin

    John Calvin
    French theologian and pastor. The principal figure in the development of Christian theology. Actually exchanged many apologetic letters with Christian reformers, generating much controversy.
  • Sep 7, 1533

    Elizabeth I

    Elizabeth I
    Born daughter of King Henry VIII and the final member of the Tudor Dynasty. Her reign became known for many art and technological advancements.She never married or had childeren
  • Feb 15, 1564

    Galileo

    Galileo
    Created the idea of kinematics. Entered a conflict with the Catholic church leading to his trial for heresy. Went against all of Aristotle theories providing his own correct evidence
  • Apr 26, 1564

    William Shakespeare

    William Shakespeare
    Revolutionary English poet and playwright. Created over hundreds of works including 39 plays and 154 sonnets. He originally began writing comedies.