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Period: 1346 to 1353
The Black Death
The Black Death is a disease that was passed through Europe and countries near it by fleas on rats and other animals. During this time, it killed nearly 50 to 60 percent of the population. It would show up occasionally after this time, and it would take Europe about 200 years to repopulate. -
Apr 15, 1452
Leonardo Da Vinci is Born
He was born in a farmhouse near Anchiano, Italy, to his parents, Ser Piero and Caterina. -
Nov 10, 1483
Martin Luther is Born
Martin Luther was born in Eisleben, Germany. -
Jun 28, 1491
King Henry VIII is Born
He was born in the Palace of Placentia. -
1503
The Mona Lisa is Painted
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Period: 1509 to 1547
The Rule of King Henry VIII
During his rule, King Henry started the Church of England. -
May 2, 1519
Leonardo Da Vinci Dies
Leonardo Da Vinci died on this day, possibly from a stroke. -
Period: 1534 to 1549
Pope Paul III's Service
This was the time he served as pope. -
Period: 1545 to 1563
Council of Trent
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Feb 18, 1546
Martin Luther Dies
He died at his birthplace in Eisleben, Germany after spurring the many reformations that occurred in the Church in his time. -
1564
Shakespeare is Born
He was born in Stratford-upon-Avon, England. Most people celebrate his birthday on the 23rd of April, but nobody knows exactly what day he was born. -
Shakespeare Dies
The exact date of his death isn't known either, but he was buried two days after this date, so people assume he died on this specific day.
