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Period: 1000 to 1492
The Beginning Of Nation States
Nation State: a type of state that joins the political entity of a state to the cultural entity of a nation. -
1096
The Crusades
A period in time when Muslims and Christians fought for power over holy places including Jerusalem. -
1215
King John Signs the Magna Carta
King John was forced to sign the Magna Carta (Great Charter) and it did 2 important things. 1- forced monarchs to obey the laws and 2- gave nobles rights, that were later extended to all free men. -
1337
The Hundred Years War
A war between France and England over the land. France kings wanted more power over France but Edward III of England's mother was a French princess claimed the crown. This started the war. -
1482
The Granada War
A war between Isabella I of Castile and the Nasrid's Dynasty Emirate of Granada. Castile won the war which lead to Spain breaking away from Muslim rule. -
1485
War Of The Roses
Henry VII won at battle or Bosworth Field and began the Tudor Dynasty