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By jessa.carlson
  • 1347

    The Black Death Arrives in Europe

    In 1347, ships docked in Sicily and introduced the Bubonic Plague to Europe. The Black Death spread through Europe during the mid 1300s and decimated the population. It is estimated that 70-200 million people died because of the plague.
  • 1400

    The Visconti Rule in Milan

    The Visconti Rule in Milan
    Milan was an important part of the Renaissance. It was one of the city-states in Italy. It was "the crossroads of trade" between Western Europe and Asia. The Visconti family ruled Milan for the first half of the 15th century.
  • Period: 1400 to

    The Renaissance

    The Renaissance happened around 1300-1600 AD. The Dark Ages preceded the renaissance. It happened because there was an increase in food production and trade, economics improved, the population increased, and there was a renewed interest in knowledge
  • 1447

    The Visconti are Overthrown

    The Visconti family ruled Milan for the first half of the 15th century, but Francesco Sforza overthrew them and took control of the city using mercenaries. He changed the tax code to benefit merchants and the people.
  • 1455

    The Bible is Printed

    The Bible is Printed
    In 1450 Johannes Gutensberg invented the printing press, and in 1455 he printed the Bible in German.
  • Period: 1508 to 1512

    Michelangelo Paints the Sistine Chapel

    Michelangelo was a very famous renaissance painter. He was an Italian artist, and from 1508 to 1512 he painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel.
  • Oct 31, 1517

    Martin Luther and the 95 Theses

    On October 31, 1517, Martin Luther nailed his 95 Theses to the church door. It exploited the church's use of indulgences and its corruptness. This was an important event because it eventually led to the creation of Protestantism and was part of the Reformation.
  • 1525

    Anabaptists

    The Anabaptists formed in 1525. One of their more important beliefs that set them apart from Catholics is that they believe in adult baptism, instead of infant baptism. Today they are known as the Amish and the Mennonites.
  • 1532

    "The Prince" is Published

    "The Prince" is a book written by Machiavelli, who was an Italian philosopher and political writer. His writing influenced many of the nobility of his time, and still influences people today
  • May 23, 1533

    Henry VIII Divorces his First Wife

    Henry VIII Divorces his First Wife
    On May 23, 1533, Henry VIII divorced Catherine of Aragon. This is an important event because this was the whole reason Henry VIII separated himself from the pope and the Catholic church, and made himself in charge of the Church of England. All so he could divorce his wife. And about 6 more.
  • Period: 1545 to 1563

    The Council of Trent

    The Council of Trent was a council held by the Catholic church to clarify their doctrine and teachings. It emphasized the differences between them and other Christians, and it focused on teaching their youth.

  • Romeo and Juliet

    Shakespeare wrote Romeo and Juliet in the year 1594.