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1347
Black Death Hits Europe
The Black Death was a disease spread around during the 4th century. The importance of the plague spreading to Europe was it killed 60% of Europe's population and ended the feudal system. -
1434
Arnolfini Portrait
The Arnolfini Portrait was a painting done by Jan van Eyck. It was an important painting because it shows the art style during the Northern Renaissance. -
1440
Printing Press
The printing press was created by Johannes Gutenberg during the 5th century. This invention was extremely important because it allowed information and news to be spread more quickly to more people at a cheaper cost. -
1492
Christopher Columbus Reaches America
Christopher Columbus was a European explorer who stumbled upon what we know today as America. This discovery was important because it led to the colonization of America. -
1503
Mona Lisa
The Mona Lisa was a painting done by Leonardo da Vinci. The painting was important because it embodied the renaissance period life and art style. It is one of the most recognizable paintings in the world today. -
1504
David (Michelangelo)
The David was made by Michelangelo during the Renaissance. The statue was important because it shows the style of art during the renaissance period and helped to make Michelangelo one of the most recognizable painters in history. -
Oct 31, 1517
Luther's 95 Theses
Martin Luther wrote 95 questions and propositions to the Church for debat. Luther's 95 Theses was important because it begain the reformation. -
Apr 26, 1564
William Shakespeare's Birthday
William Shakespeare was a famous, English writer. The day Shakespeare was born is important because it was the day that one of the most formative writers was brought into this life. -
Galileo's Telescope
The telescope allowed Galileo to see farther into outer space, clearer. Galileo's telescope was important because it backed up his theory that the Earth revolved around the sun.
