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400
Patrick traveled to Ireland
Patrick converted the people to Christianity in Ireland. -
500
Beginning of the Middle Ages
The Middle Ages lasted from about 500 to about 1500 -
Jan 1, 771
Charlemagne is crowned emperor of the Romans
He was a strong king and led them to building a strong empire. -
Jan 1, 1054
Pope Leo excommunicates bishop
His decision created a permanent split within the church -
Jan 1, 1096
First crusade
Some of the first ones to set out were peasants, not soldiers. -
Jan 1, 1215
Magna Carta is written
This document listed rights that the king could not ignore. -
Jan 1, 1470
Spanish Inquisition
During this time period, many Spanish Jews suffered. -
Frankish knights introduce feudalism
Feudalism spread all over Europe