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Jan 1, 1438
Gutenberg invents Printing
He began testing printing around 1438. A few years later, his financial person, Johann Fust, started to become impatient and soon after, Fust began to loose interest. Later, Gutenberg's invention printed the very first book(to be printed). -
Jan 1, 1469
Lorenzo de Medici becomes the head of Florence
It all began around the 12th century. Lorenzo's family had been ruling over Florence for a long time. In 1469, he finally gained power -
Period: Jan 1, 1477 to Jan 1, 1480
Michelangelo starrts the Sistine Chapel
Heworke on the Sistine Chapel for 3 years. He worked alone aswell. -
Jan 1, 1492
Columbus discovers America
He was a Italian explorer who discovered America. He completed 4 voyages across the Atlantic Ocean. -
Jan 1, 1495
DaVinci paints The Last Supper
He began to pant ths masterpiece on the wall of a dining hall. The location was, Santa Maria Delle Grazie -
Jan 1, 1500
Michelangelo starts The David
The statue was complete by 1504. It is made out of Carrara marble -
Oct 31, 1517
Martin Luther posts 95 Theses
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Shakespeare builds The Globe Theater
It was destroyed by fire in 1613. -
Henry VII becomes King of England
Henry VII became king of England in 1485. He marched across Wales and Europe to go head-to-head with Richard III and his army. Richard III wa killed in battle, and Henry was crowned king. His hold on power was very unstable.
