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Period: 801 to 1492
The Reconquista
The Reconquista was an ongoing struggle to win back land by Spain in Muslim-occupied territories. -
Aug 10, 843
Treaty of Verdun
The Treaty of Verdun divided the Frankish Empire into three separate sections. The land was divided between Louis I's (Charlemagne's son) sons Lothair I, Louis II, and Charles II. -
987
The Capetian Dynasty
The Capetian Dynasty, founded by Hugh Capet, was an important European Dynasty. The Capetian Dynasty was crucial in the development of modern France. -
1066
The Norman Conquest of England
The Norman Conquest was an invasion of England by various troops, mainly the Normans. Willaim the Conqueror would later achieve victory and become the first Norman King of England. -
Period: 1075 to 1124
The Investiture controversy
The Investiture controversy was a period in which the Church and State fought over the ability to appoint Bishops and Abbots through investiture. -
1079
The Hohenstaufen Dynasty
The Hohenstaufen Dynasty was an influential noble family. Members of the Hohenstaufen family attempted to bring more stability to Europe, eventually playing crucial roles in the Holy Roman Empire. -
1215
The Magna Carta
The Magna Carta was an English charter that King John agreed to. It included various guarantees of freedoms for English citizens, including the idea that the King wasn't exempt from the same laws and restrictions as everyone else. -
Period: May 24, 1337 to Oct 19, 1453
The Hundred Years’ War
The Hundred Years' War was a war fought between England and France. In the end, after several intense battles, France won the war. -
Jun 24, 1340
Sluys
The Battle of Sluys was the first battle of the Hundred Years' War. English managed to successfully defend itself during this battle, and thus emerged victorious. -
Sep 19, 1356
Poitiers
The Battle of Poitiers during the Hundred Years' War was devastating to France. Their King, King John II, was captured during this battle, weakening French morale. -
Period: 1412 to May 30, 1431
Joan of Arc
Joan of Arc became an incredibly important symbol in France. Her victory in the Siege of Orleans boosted morale within French troops. -
Period: Oct 12, 1428 to May 8, 1429
Siege of Orleans
The Siege of Orleans became a turning point in the Hundred Years' War. Joan of Arc led France into victory in the Siege of Orleans, greatly boosting national hope and support in France. -
1430
Siege of Compiegne
The Siege of Compiegne saw the capture of Joan of Arc, who'd become an incredible national figure for France. -
Oct 19, 1469
Marriage of Ferdinand and Isabella
The marriage of Ferdinand and Isabella was an incredibly important moment in Spain's history. It united the Kingdoms of Aragon and Castille. -
1492
Important events in Spain
In 1492, two incredibly important events happened in Spain. First, the Reconquista ended with the final capturing of Granada. Later, Christopher Columbus, sponsored by Ferdinand and Isabella, sailed to the New World.