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300
Christianity introduced by Romans
The Romans invaded in 43 CE. In the 4th century, Christianity was introduced. -
410
Angles and Saxons invade
There is no specific date for this, but 410 is around the time the Angles and Saxons were considered to invade. This is why it's called England (Land of the Angles, Angle Land, England). It's also why the English are called Anglo-Saxons. It's considered the beginning of English history. -
Mar 16, 1066
Normans invade
Normans invade from the coast of France, fundamentally changing the English language forever with French influence. -
Mar 16, 1154
Henry II takes the English throne
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Jun 15, 1215
The Magna Carta is passed
The Magna Carta was a charter forced onto the king by a group of barons to limit his power. -
Period: Mar 16, 1455 to Mar 16, 1485
Wars of the Roses
The Houses of Lancaster and York fought over the crown. -
Mar 16, 1534
The Act of Succession
The Anglican Church is formed and England breaks away from the Roman Papacy in the English reformation