1st Quarter Timeline

  • 1445

    Gutenberg publishes his book

    Gutenberg publishes his book
    This is a very important piece of scripture. This also influenced many other people to write books and read them.
  • 1492

    Columbus discovers the New World

    Columbus discovers the New World
    This is a very important event from it's time because he discovered lots of new land. He also communicated with and meant lots of new people.
  • 1494

    Treaty of Tordesillas

    Treaty of Tordesillas
    When the lands between Setubal and Portugal were separated. Also when peace was made between Portugal and Spain.
  • 1508

    Michelangelo starts working on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel

    Michelangelo starts working on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel
    This is a very important landmark. He also influenced many people in the world.
  • 1517

    95 Thesis

    95 Thesis
    This is a list of propositions for an academic disputation. This was also seen as a act of pride and power.
  • 1521

    Fall of the Aztec Empire

    Fall of the Aztec Empire
    This is from when Cortez Hernandez overthrew the Aztec Empire. And when he gained more power.
  • Defeat of the Spanish Armada

    Defeat of the Spanish Armada
    This event is important because it was when a strong naval force was defeated. Also, this was when many people gained more freedom.
  • Creation of the Edict of Nantes

    Creation of the Edict of Nantes
    This granted the Huguenots their substantial rights. These rights were still considered catholic among all else.