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1300
The Renaissance
The Renaissance sparks the idea of a new perspectives and cultural awakenings. This time emphasizes art, the economy, and education along with the themes of: individualism, humanism, and secularism -
1492
Columbus Discovers the New World
Christopher Columbus set sail from Spain to find new trade routes to India. Instead he discovers the New World, which later becomes the fleeing grounds of the persecuted Puritans. -
1517
The 95 Theses by Martin Luther
The 95 Theses by Martin Luther attacks the indulgences of the Catholic Church. They also begin the revolt against the Catholic Church, and the Lutheran religion is created. -
1543
The Scientific Revolution
The Scientific Revolution stirs thoughts of understanding and knowledge about the physical universe. The scientific method emerges during this time along with numerous theories about the universe. -
Creation of the Edict of Nantes
The Edict of Nantes is passed under the rule of King Henry IV. This allows religious freedoms for the French Protestants. -
The English Civil War
The English Civil War is the dispute between the Round Heads, the Parliament, and the Cavaliers, the king. This dispute is due to King Charles I refused cooperation with Parliament. -
Louis XIV Revokes the Edict of Nantes
King Louis XIV revokes the Edict of Nantes by passing the Edict of Fontainebleau. This elimates the religious freedom and protection of the French Protestants. -
The Glorious Revolution
The Glorious Revolution is when James II fled to France. This led to the transfer of power over to William and Mary of Orange. -
Peter the Great Builds St. Petersburg
Peter the Great builds St. Petersburg and makes it Russia’s capital. It becomes their window to the west and helps westernize them. -
The American Revolution
The American Revolution broke out because of the colonies desire for their own independence. France, Spain, and the Netherlands joined the United States against Great Britain who is then defeated. -
The French Revolution
The French Revolution begins with a growing tension between the people and their monarch. This eventually leads to the takeover of the Bastille and then the creation of the guillotine. -
Congress of Vienna
The Congress of Vienna is a meet of the British, French, Prussian, Russian, and Austrian powers in Vienna, Austria. This is to balance the European powers again and repair the damage by previous leaders. -
The Creation of the Monroe Doctrine
The Monroe Doctrine is issued by President James Monroe to prevent foreign interference. It states that if a European country attempts to take control of a western hemisphere country, the United States will consider it a threat and an act for war. -
Matthew Perry Opens Trade With Japan
Commodore Matthew Perry arrives to Japan heavily armed with warships, forcing Japan to negotiate unless they are looking to war. The Treaty of Kanagawa is signed, allowing for trade to begin between Japan and other nations.
