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450
Renaissance Period 450 AD
In Europe, the Medieval period stretches from the decline of the Roman Empire in the west, around 450 AD, to the start of the Renaissance in the later 15th century. -
500
Dark Ages 500 AD
When the Roman Empire fell around 500 AD, Europe went into a period known as the Dark Ages. This was a period of invasions and social turmoil. The only stable social structure was the Catholic Church. -
Feb 24, 1000
European Chaos 1000 AD
Particularly between the fall of the Roman Empire in the 5th century and the medieval period starting about the year 1000, much of Europe was in continuous chaos with little rule of law. -
Feb 24, 1088
University of Bolgna 1088 AD
The University of Bologna, founded in 1088, is the oldest existing university in Europe, and was an important centre of European intellectual life during the Middle Ages, attracting scholars from throughout Europe. -
Feb 24, 1210
Christianity 1210 AD
In Europe, Christianity experienced a restorative season. -
Feb 24, 1453
Hundred Years' War 116 Years
The Hundred Years' War began in 1337 and ended in 1453. It was between France and England. -
Medieval Period Ends
In the 16th century the Medieval Period comes to an end. -
Jerusalem Temple 70 AD
Following the destruction of the Jerusalem Temple in 70 CE, the synagogue became the preeminent institutional center of Jewish religion and culture. -
Christmas Day 800 AD
Right in the heart of the medieval period, Christmas Day, 800 AD, the Pope of Rome summoned Charlemagne into the presence of his papal majesty and placed upon his head a crown, symbolizing the unity of the world then known and civilized. -
Viking Era 900 AD
Climatic Change in Europe 900 AD to Present a Viking Era Medieval Warm Period.
