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Period: 500 to May 29, 1453
Byzantine Empire
(Byzantine Video)The Byzantine Empire lasted from 395 A.D. to 1453 A.D. Its beginning was the split of the Roman Empire located on Asia Minor. The Byzantines flourished under Justinian rule. The main religion in the Byzantine was the Eastern Orthodox religion. This empire was very wealthy because of its location on the Bosporus. It was a giant center for trade. They also had an advanced legal system with the Justinian Code for guidance. The Byzantines fell to the Turks in 1453 at the Fall of Constantinople. -
Jan 1, 650
Byzantine (5 W's)
Who: The B'yzantine people
What: Their long lasting, successful empire
When: from 395-1453 A.D.
Where: The empire ruled on Asia Minor, Europe, and Africa
Why: To spread Christianity and for the power
How: Through trade, strong leaders, and strong military. -
Period: Jan 1, 750 to Jan 1, 1258
Islamic Golden Age
The achievments of these Muslim scholars, scientists, and philosophers in this age is staggering. They innovated and studied much of what the Greek discovered. They were among the best pharmecutical and most medically advanced at the time. Baghadad was the center of this Golden Age, as it was the center of learning in the Islamic Empire. This was the time with the most intellectual advance of humans in hisory. -
Period: Jan 1, 1206 to Jan 1, 1368
Mongol Empire
This empire began in the Central Asian Steppes and then stretched all the way to the Sea of Japan at the empire's rise under the rule of Chinggis Khan. The Mongols were nomadic and valued the horse. The Mongols had conquered the most amount of territory in the fastest time in history. They were driven by conquest and power. They were originally formed from a mix of Mongol and Turkish tribes. They were powerful and known as destructive savages. -
Jan 1, 1225
Mongol Empire (5 W's)
Who: The Mongol and Turk Tribes
What: Had largest conquest in human history
When: From 1206-1368 A.D.
Where: Ranged from the Sea of Japan to Western Europe
Why: To gain power in hopes of ruling the world
How: By conquering people showing no mercy -
Jan 1, 1325
Aztecs Find Tenochtitlan (5 W's)
Who: Aztecs
What: Find island perfect for their empire
When: 1325 A.D.
Where: Lake Texcoco in the Valey of Mexico
Why: To build an empire that would be a good defense from enemies
How: By building their city on this island -
Jan 1, 1325
Aztecs find Tenochtitlan
The Aztec people came about an island on Lake Texcoco in the Valley of Mexico. This island became the capital for the uprising Aztec Empire and was named Tenochtitlan. The Aztecs built their city here because they saw a hawk eatting a snake on a cactus, they saw this as a good sign. They also believed that it was a great place to have an empire. -
Viking Age
In England, these Viking defeated abbey at Lindisfarne on this date. The abbey was a centre of learning. Monks were killed and slaves were taken, along with church treasures. This event really convinced people in Europe that they were vicious and blood thirsty. They were considered 'wolves among sheep.' Despite their violence, they are well remembered for their artistry, technology, and seamanship. -
Viking Age (5 W's)
Who: The Scandinavian Vikings
What: Destroyed Abbey on Lindisfarne
When: On June 8, 793
Where: England
Why: To show their power
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Islamic Golden Age (5 W's)
Who: Muslims
What: They were the smartest and most advanced at the time
When: From 750-1258 A.D.
Where: In the Islamic Empire
Why: To gain knowledge of science and the world
How: By using phiosophies from the Greeks and experimenting new things
