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1347
The Black Death
The black death hit europe in 1347. This is important because helped end feudalism, and create a middle class. -
1440
The Printing Press
The printing press was invented by a man named Johannes Gutenberg in 1440 so people could print many pages faster and not have mistakes. This is important because the printing press made books cheaper and more people could read. -
1453
Silk Road 130 BCE- 1453 CE
The Silk Road was a trading route than went all over Asia, Africa and Europe. This is important because it helped start trade and trade routes. -
1475
The Adoration of the Magi
The Adoration of the Magi was painted by Botticelli. This is important because it is an important piece of Renaissance art. -
1498
Columbus Lands in New World
Christopher Columbus landed in South America. This is important because it helped lead to the discovery of the Americas. -
1503
Mona Lisa
The Mona Lisa was painted by Leonardo da Vinci. This is important because he is a very famous Renaissance artist. -
1513
Juan Ponce de Leon Discovers Florida
Juan Ponce de Leon discovered Florida and claims it's territory for the Spanish crown. This is important because European countries were stating to claim land in the Americas. -
1517
95 Theses
The 95 Theses was written by Martin Luther. This is important because this lead to the protestant reformation. -
The Globe Theatre
William Shakespeare opened the Globe Theatre. This is important because William Shakespeare wrote very famous plays and some were preformed in the Globe Theatre. -
The Telescope
Galileo invents the telescope. This is very important because this helped change science and knowledge of scientists and astronomers.
