The ten events that can change the Middle Ages

Fall of the Roman Empire 476

376

The decline of the Roman Empire began due to the failure of the empire to implement its rule. It began in 376 and continued till the end of the 4th century.
The vast territories of the empire had to be subdivided and Roman Empire was unable to control its western provinces. Barbarians had gained power in most of Western Europe. Ultimately, a number of reasons contributed to the fall of the Western Roman Empire such as barbaric incursions, military rule, corruption, and economic problems.

Muslim Conquest of Spain 711

711

On 30th April,711, the conquest of Spain was launched by the Muslim General Tariq Bin Ziyad. The key battle of this campaign was the Battle of Guadalete where Rodrick, the last Visigoth king, was decisively defeated. Following the Muslim conquest, Spain reached its cultural peak. The era of Islamic rule contributed to society in the form of libraries, schools, laboratories, literature, astronomy, medicine, poetry, and architecture.

Charlemagne was Crowned as Roman Emperor in 800

800

Charlemagne, also known as Charles the Great, ruled over most of Western Europe from 768 to 814. Pope Leo III crowned him in 800 CE for his role in restoring the Roman Empire in the west, which had fallen
in the 5th century. Charlemagne played a significant part in the cultural revival of Europe.

The Great Schism 1054

1054

The Great Schism, also known as the East-West Schism, occurred due to theological and political differences, resulting in the separation of the Eastern Orthodox and Western Catholic Churches. The split was caused by disagreements over the authority of the Pope, the use of unleavened bread in the Eucharist, and the filioque clause in the Nicene Creed.

Norman Conquest of England 1066

1066

William the Conqueror led an army of Normans, Bretons, Flemish, and French to invade and occupy England. In 1066, William the Conqueror led an army of Normans, Bretons, Flemish, and French to invade and occupy England. The conquest resulted in the elimination of the English aristocracy. In 1066, William the Conqueror led an army of Normans, Bretons, Flemish, and French to invade and occupy England. This event connected England more closely to Europe and marked the end of the Anglo-Saxon.

First Crusade 1095

1095

Pope Urban II encouraged Christians to fight against Muslims and regain control of the Holy Land. The first crusade, led by Western Europe under the command of Pope Urban II, lasted from 1095 to 1099. Its objective was to recapture most of Anatolia and liberate Jerusalem from Muslim rule. Eventually the crusade successfully recaptured Jerusalem and many parts of Anatolia, establishing Crusader states.

The Magna Carta 1215

1215

The Magna Carta, drafted in 1215 by the Archbishop of Canterbury, was a document issued by King John of England that established the principle of
It included clauses protecting church rights, ensuring freedom of trial and justice, declaring human rights, and protecting against illegal imprisonment. Though this document was reissued and rewritten repeatedly in modern times, it still remains as a foundation in the British constitution.

The Hundred Years – War 1337

1337

The Hundred Years’ War was a series of conflicts fought between the Kingdom of England and France from 1337 to 1453. Throughout the war, both sides had allies.
The English achieved several decisive victories over the French, including the Battle of Crécy in 1346 and the Battle of Agincourt in 1415. The English achieved several decisive victories over the French, including the Battle of Crécy in 1346 and the Battle of Agincourt in 1415.

The Black Death 1348

1348

he Black Death, also known as The Plague, was an epidemic that spread across Europe from 1346 to 1351. It eventually reached Russia as well.
In human history, it was the most devastating pandemic that resulted in the deaths of almost 75 to 200 million people across Europe. 30% to 60% of Europe’s population was killed because of the plague.

Fall of Constantinople 1453

1453

Sultan Mehmed II of the Ottoman Empire decisively conquered Constantinople on May 29, 1453, resulting in the ultimate fall of the Byzantine Empire. The capture of the city marked the end of the Roman Empire, which had endured for almost 1500 years. This invasion allowed the Ottoman army to expand into Eastern Europe, establishing the Ottomans as a significant power in Southeastern Europe and altering the geopolitical situation in the Mediterranean.