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136
Jewish Roman Rebellion
Jews rebel against roman control and ended up getting their city destroyed. Important because it was the first time Rome punished a city they took control of. -
146
The Third Punic War
the third and last of the Punic Wars fought between the former Phoenician colony of Carthage and the Roman Republic. Important because it resulted in the complete destruction of the city, the annexation of all remaining Carthaginian territory by Rome, and the death or enslavement of the entire Carthaginian population. The Third Punic War ended Carthage's independent existence. -
174
Roman chariot races
Romans raced chariots with horses for entertainment, competitive incentive, and income. ended in 174BCE. Important because they provided an early entertainment and was a good way to raise money. -
201
The Second Punic War
Carthaginian general intruded Italy, Rome won. One of the great military disputes of the ancient world. ended in 201BC. Important because it preserved romes government and law. -
241
The First Punic war
War over a city of Messina, Sicily. Rome and Carthage fought and Rome won seizing control of it. -
305
Diocletian and Maximian willfully step down
Diocletian and Maximian, both augustus's step down from their position. important becase it led to the "Junior Rulers" taking power which caused a disruption and fights among them. -
306
Constantius
Roman Emperor from 293 to 306. He was the father of Constantine the Great and founder of the Constantinian dynasty.Important because he became Augustus in 305 and launched a successful campaign against the Picts. -
311
Galerius
Roman Emperor from 305 to 311.During his reign he campaigned, aided by Diocletian, against the Sassanid Empire, sacking their capital Ctesiphon in 299.Important because he ended the Diocletianic Persecution when he issued an edict of toleration in 311. -
312
Battle of Milivian Bridge
battle between Constantine I and Maxentius on October 28th. Important because it marked the conversion to christainty. -
313
Constantine converts Rome to christianity
Constantine converts Romes religion to Christainity from polythiesm. Important because it can culturally mark the end of Rome. -
313
Diocletian
Son of a former slave who comes to power in 284AD. important because he ended the 3rd century crisis. Also important because he invented tetrarchy. -
322
Aristotle
Sets up a revolutionary academy called the Lyceum. A philosopher. Democracy leads to mob rule. Important because he was one of the first guys to ever think about Western philosophy in a serious context. -
323
Alexander the Great
Ruler of Macedonia after Phillip spreads greek culture sets a new standard for what an Empire is. Conquers Persia. fullfills his fathers dream -
325
Roman Gladiator
Gladiator games in which gladiators would fight and compete for their lives or glory ended in 325AD -
330
Constantine moves the Capitol
Constantine moves the capitol so he can rule his sect more effeciently was easily defended. Important because it moved the complete political capitol. -
337
Constantine the Great
Roman emperor from 306-337AD. He enacted many administrative, social, and military reforms to strengthen the Empire. Important because he tried to convert Rome to christainity and would mark the end of the identity of Rome. -
347
Plato
Philosopher tutored alexander the great. Distrusts democracy after it gets his teacher Socrates. Believes his class should be the ruling power. Important because In his written dialogues he conveyed and expanded on the ideas and techniques of his teacher Socrates. -
400
Roman Theatre
Romans used theatres for plays to entertain the roman people and bring in money for rome as well. Ended in 400AD. Important because it was a very diverse and interesting art form and because it was the first theatre in rome. -
410
Alaric
Alaric tried to invade Thrace in 391BC was stopped by Roman general Stilicho and than he and his barbarian army joined the Romans but the Romans didnt pay him. Important because he burned Rome to the ground. -
410
Alarics sack of Rome
Alaric essentially burns Rome to the ground. Important because it shows the barbarians are more powerful and cant just be bribed away and shows how vulnerable Rome actually is. -
500
The iron age
The Iron Age is the period generally occurring after the Bronze Age, marked by the prevalent use of iron. Important becasue it changed building, forging, weaponry, utilities. Also gave an edge to the earlier armies and beacuse of its malleability it allowed for a wide variety of uses. -
506
Clovis converts to christianity
Clovis converts to christianity with influence of his wife and "bargain with god" wanted to be more Roman. Important because his conversion influences his decisions which influence the future of his people. -
526
Theodoric the Great
Conquers italy in 493AD. Important because he set up a sophisticated law system. Germanic and lombard based. -
532
Nika Riots
Was a chariot race that turned crazy and was the most violent riot in Constantinople with nearly half the city being burned or destroyed and tens of thousands of people killed. Important because it showed the flaws of Roman society. -
537
Building of the Hagia Sophia
Former Greek catholic church later converted to an Orthadox church. Important because it was the first different architectural church of the Romans.Signal of a different culture. -
565
Justinian
Roman emperor he restored a lot of Rome and wanted to reconquer the westrern part of the Roman empire. Was sometimes called the "Last Roman" was the last empire to speak Latin. Was important because he rewrote Roman law. -
565
Justinians Rule
Justinian came to power in 527AD was completely Greek but posed as Roman. Important because he was the first Greek Roman ruler. -
Dec 11, 632
Split of Islam
Islam splits into two branches after Muhammad, the Prophet, dies. Important because it leads into 2 separate sects and shapes the future of islamic religion. -
Dec 19, 774
Lombards
The Lombards or Langobards were a Germanic tribe who ruled a Kingdom in Italy from 568 to 774. Important because he succedded in an invasion and conquest of the Italian Peninsula including Milan. -
Feb 18, 1020
Leif Ericson
Norse explorer born in Iceland around 970 who discovered Vinland. Important because he is regarded as the first european to arrive in american 500 years before Christopher Columbus. -
Jan 9, 1054
Thomas Becket and King Henry II
Fight between thomas and king henry because becket wanted more land and started writing nasty letters to the king. Eventually Becket was killed by knights of henry's -
Jan 13, 1054
Great Schism
The Western Schism or Papal Schism was a split within the Catholic Church from 1378 to 1418. Important beause it split the christian church from one into two. -
Jan 9, 1085
Henry and Gregory fight
henry iv wanted to use lay vesture which was appointing someone as a bishop of abbot the pope didnt like this so he threatened to excommunicate him and eventaully did they faught over power. important because it helped in establishing the relationship between Church and State. -
Jan 13, 1099
The first crusade
started as a widespread pilgrimage (France and Germany) and ended as a military expedition by Roman Catholic Europe to regain the Holy Lands taken in the Muslim conquests of the Levant (632–661), ultimately resulting in the recapture of Jerusalem in 1099. Important because they captured Jerusalem. -
Jan 13, 1149
The second crusade
was the second major crusade launched from Europe. The Second Crusade was started in response to the fall of the County of Edessa the previous year to the forces of Zengi. Important because the christian crusaders lost jerusalem to the muslims. -
Jan 9, 1189
King Henry
King of the HRE involved in the thomas beckett controversey. Important because he was an important person in the HRE. -
Jan 13, 1216
Robin Hood
Legend known probably around the world. Known as an outlaw that did good deeds. Important because he was a historical figure that people could look up to. -
Sep 9, 1250
Israelites migrate to Egypt to avoid famine
Israelites move to avoid famine -
Sep 16, 1300
Indra
The god of war. Important because she was an earlier version of ares the greek god of war and was an inspiration to soldiers. -
Sep 16, 1400
Vedas
Large body of texts originating in India. Important because they were the basis of hinduism and are the most ancient among world scriptures. -
Feb 18, 1478
Spanish inquisition
Catholics driving muslims and jews out of spain. Important because it repressed people of religions other than Christianity and tried them for their lack of belief and faith in their religion. Also tortured the people* -
Feb 18, 1492
Reconquista
700 year war to drive the Muslims out of Spain. Important because it made Spain into a war driven society which led to conquers going to American and enslaving and or killing natives. -
Feb 26, 1494
Line of demarcation
divided the newly discovered lands outside Europe between Portugal and Spain along a meridian 370 leagues west of the Cape Verde islands. Important because it denoted the temporary geopolitcal border. -
Jan 13, 1500
High Middle Ages
period of European history around the 11th, 12th, and 13th centuries (c. 1001–1300). The High Middle Ages were preceded by the Early Middle Ages and followed by the Late Middle Ages, which by convention end around 1500. Important because it is a time in history that shows what afeudal society does to 90% of the people. -
Feb 21, 1500
Portugal claims Brazil
Portugal claims brazil as a new colony. Important because it extended the portugeuse empire and reach over the lands farther. Provided a hub as well* -
Dec 11, 1500
Feudalism
System in which lords vassals and serfs were involved. Lords owned all the land, vassals rented the land the land with service, serfs worked the land. Important because it provided stability during the time as there was no other system available. -
Sep 9, 1513
Moses leads the Israelites out of Egypt
Moses leads the Israelites out of Egypt and recieves the Ten Commandments. Important because the people he led out were freed and thrived in a new homeland among different rules and created a new civilization essentially. -
Feb 21, 1521
Aztec Empire
Aztec Empire began as an alliance of three Nahua city-states or Tenochtitlan, Texcoco, and Tlacopan. These city-states ruled the area in and around the Valley of Mexico from 1428 until they were defeated by the Spanish conquistadores and their native allies under Hernán Cortés in 1521. Important because they ruled the land and were the most powerful civilzation in their region at the time. -
Feb 26, 1533
Cortez captures Athualpa
Cortez lures the Inca leader off his balcony and out of the sanctuary of the protection of his people. Important because it was a stepping stone leading up to the fall of the Inca empire. -
Feb 21, 1547
Hernando cortez
Spanish conquistador who brought large portions of Mexico under king castles rule. Important becasue he caused the fall of the Aztec Empire -
Feb 21, 1572
Francisco Pizarro
born in Trujillo, Spain, the illegitimate son of Gonzalo Pizarro, an infantry colonel, and Francisca González.Important becasue he conquered the Incan Empire. -
French wars of religion
period of civil infighting and military operations, primarily fought between French Catholics and Protestants. Important because the victor would determine which religion would dominate the region and would reform daily lives. -
Mali Empire was defeated
Sunni Ali drove the berbers out of timbuktu and Mali empire declined. Important because it changed that society and reformed it. -
Age of exploration
period from the early 15th century and continuing into the early 17th century, during which European ships were traveled around the world to search for new trading routes and partners to feed burgeoning capitalism in Europe. Important because their explorations led to many empires falling and civilizations being extinguished. -
Natural Rights philosophy
The concept that certain rights are bestowed upon you by virtue of natural law. Important because it sparked different types of thinking that led to reforms. -
Thomas Hobbes
an English philosopher, best known today for his work on political philosophy. Important because he came up with the concept of "state of nature" -
John Locke
was an English philosopher and physician regarded as one of the most influential of Enlightenment thinkers. Important because he came up with the concept of natural rights philosophy -
St. Paul's Cathedral
St Paul's Cathedral, London, is a Church of England cathedral, the seat of the Bishop of London and mother church of the Diocese of London. Important becauseIts dedication to Paul the Apostle dates back to the original church on this site, founded in AD 604. -
Jean Jacques Rousseau
Genevan philosopher, writer, and composer of the 18th century. Important because he pionerred the idea of "Common Good" -
Old Regime
1st estate made up of the clergy, nobles, and royalty. Generally wealthy and propserous. Important because It shaped the modern world during a time of Eurasian dominance. It helps explain modern economics and how they developed. -
Estates General
the first meeting since 1614 of the French Estates-General, a general assembly representing the French estates of the realm: the clergy, the nobles, and the common people. Important because it helped to propose solutions to the government's financial problems. -
Storming the Bastille
The people tried to take away resources such as weapons from the governemnt in an attempt to overthrow it so they overrun a prison/armory. Important because it marks the start of the French Revolution. -
Hammurabi(1790BC)
-Brings most of Mesopotamia under control
-Publishes the first ever set of written laws called "Hammurabi's code(An eye for an eye basically) -
Napoleon claims himself emperor
After deceiving the countries leaders he proclaims himself emperor of the French and takes power. Important because his rule influences all of france for 11 years and aboloshed many titles and serfs. -
French spread of Revolution
was a period of radical social and political upheaval in France from 1789 to 1799 that profoundly affected French and modern history. Important because it marked the decline of powerful monarchies and churches and the rise of democracy and nationalism. -
Enlightment ideas of the French
Ideas of freedom, individualism, and enlightment that influenced the population significantly. Important because the ideals led to a complete change in the French people and government -
Holy Roman Empire
was a multi-ethnic complex of territories in central Europe that lasted from the coronation of Otto I as emperor in 962 until Francis II dissolved the imperial title in 1806. Important because it was descended from the kingdom of Charlemagne. You see the Catholic church shift allegiance from the Roman Empire (now the Byzantine Empire located in Constantinople) to a Barbarian leader in the west. -
Napoleons failed invasion of Russia
began on 24 June 1812 when Napoleon's Grande Armée crossed the Neman River in an attempt to engage and defeat the Russian army and failed to defeat the russians. ended in retreat. Important becausee it ended with the exile of Napoleon and the end of his rule. -
French Revolution of 1830
saw the overthrow of King Charles X, the French Bourbon monarch, and the ascent of his cousin Louis-Philippe, Duke of Orléans, who himself, after 18 precarious years on the throne, would in turn be overthrown. Important because it marked the shift from one constitutional monarchy to another. -
Simon Bolivar
was a military and political leader. Bolívar played a key role in Latin America's successful struggle for independence from the Spanish Empire. Important because he liberated much of Latin America and brought enlightment ideas to new lands. -
The French Revolution of 1848
Ended with the Bourbon dynasty being restored in France in the person of a brother of the King who had been sent to the guillotine during the revolution. This restoration King, Louis XVIII, alienated opinion due to his absolutist tendencies and his 'legitimate' monarchy was usurped in 1830. Important because it showed france was in an upheavel and didnt know what they wanted. -
Karl Marx
German philosopher, economist, sociologist, historian, journalist, and revolutionary socialist. Important becasue he invented communism and put it into play. -
Mystics
People who seek direct communication with divine forces. Important because they spread knowledge and religion. -
Jesus Christ Born
Born in 4BC.important because he had a great impact on rome when he rose from the dead when he was crucified. -
The Norsemen
seafaring north Germanic people who raided, traded, explored, and settled in wide areas of Europe, Asia, and the North Atlantic islands from the late 8th to the mid-11th centuries. Important because they conquered modern day Normandy and England and named their leader "William the Conquerer" King. -
Rasputin
Russian peasant, mystic and private adviser to the Romanovs. Important because he eventually became the ruler of Russia through the queen. -
Bread Riots of 1917
first of two revolutions in Russia in 1917. It was centered on Petrograd, then the capital (now St. Petersburg), on Women's Day in March (late February in the Julian calendar). The revolution, confined to the capital and its vicinity and lasting less than a week, involved mass demonstrations and armed clashes with police and gendarmes, the last loyal forces of the Russian monarchy. Important because the riots resulted in a new constitutional government being created. -
Weimar Republic
federal republic and semipresidential representative democracy established in 1919 in Germany to replace the imperial form of government. Important because it eliminates the german monarchy and establishes a constituional government. -
Lenins war communism
economic and political system that existed in Soviet Russia during the Russian Civil War, from 1918 to 1921. Important because it allowed Lenin to control all the businesses in Russia so basically the cash flow along with it. -
Vladimir Lenin
Russian communist revolutionary, politician and political theorist. He served as the leader of the Russian Soviet Federative Socialist Republic. Important because he was the last Tzar before the Communist revolution. -
Market Crash
Wall Street Crash of 1929, also known as Black Tuesday or the Stock Market Crash of 1929, began in late October 1929 and was the most devastating stock market crash in the history of the United States, when taking into consideration the full extent and duration of its fallout. Important because it was a factor leading to the great depression and everything to follow. -
Hitler recreates German Army
Hitler recreates the German Army to invade countries and enforce his rule. Important because it allowed him to conquer entire countries and genocide the Jews. -
Death of Cleopatra
Died in 30BC last pharoah of ancient egypt. Important because of her impact on the empire and with Antony. -
Death of Mark Antony
Roman politician and General formed official political alliance with Octavian. Important because his death started the Roman Empire. -
German concentraion camps
Camps made to control and or kill certain people. Important because it allowed Hitler to pretty much control the religious and social infrastructure of his country. -
Italy's invasion of Ethiopia
Mussolini invaded Ethiopia to gain more room and territory. Important because it was Italy's first agressive action taken before the war. -
Hitler bombs spain
aerial attack on the Basque town of Guernica, causing widespread destruction and civilian deaths during the Spanish Civil War. Important because the aerial raid was one of the first in the history of avaion to be attacking unarmed civilians. -
Germanies invasion of Poland
an invasion of Poland by Germany, the Soviet Union, and a small Slovak contingent. Important because it marked the beginning of WWII in Europe. -
Blitzkrieg
a method of warfare whereby an attacking force spearheaded by a dense concentration of armoured and motorized or mechanized infantry formations, and heavily backed up by close air support. Important because this method of attack allowed Hitler to invade many countries and expand his borders. -
The Great Purge
campaign of political repression in the Soviet Union orchestrated by Joseph Stalin from 1934 to 1940. He thought rivalry leaders were plotting against him so he went on a killing spree. Important because it enabled Stalin to have total control of Russia. -
Operation Barbarossa
code name for Germany's invasion of the Soviet Union during World War II. Important because it marked the beggining of the povotal phase in deciding the victors of the war. -
Abraham makes covenant with God
Abraham makes a covenant with god...He would have a special relationship with israel and the land of Canaan would belong to the Israelites. Important becasue it was the basis of all of Judiasm. -
The Holocaust
Nazi Germany’s systematic murder of European JewsSix Million deaths. Important because it was the biggest genocide of an ethnic group in history. -
Benito Mussolini
Italian politician, journalist, and leader of the National Fascist Party, ruling the country as Prime Minister from 1922 until his ousting in 1943. Important because he invaded Ethiopia and was the first leader of Italy to set up a dictatorship. -
Adolf Hitler
Austrian born german politican and leader of the Nazi party. Important because he instigated the holocaust and mass murder of thousands of people. -
Hitler invades Czechoslovakia
German occupation of Czechoslovakia (1938–1945) began with the Nazi annexation of Czechoslovakia's northern and western border regions, known collectively as the Sudetenland, under terms outlined by the Munich Agreement. -
Death camps
camps during World War II (1939–45) built primarily but not exclusively by Nazi Germany to systematically kill millions of people by execution (primarily by gassing) and extreme work under starvation conditions. important because it showed how cruel and evil Hitler was and the lengths hed go to make his "perfect country." -
The Great Leap Forward
Mao Zedongs plan to push China into the modern age. Consisted of increasing farm output, industrial output, and creating communes. Ended up failing. Important because its an example of failed industrialization that killed 20 million people. -
Rise of the Christian Religion
The rise of the monotheistic religion when christ dies. Important because it had a great impact on Rome later on. -
Mao Zedong
Chinese Communist revolutionary and the founding father of the People's Republic of China. Important because he instigated the great leap forward. -
Totalitarian Control
Essentially when stalin proclaimed himself a dictator and had complete control of Russia. Important because it allowed Stalin to wage a war on religion and ban it across the country. -
Communism
socioeconomic system structured upon common ownership of the means of production and characterised by the absence of classes, money,and the state; as well as a social, political and economic ideology and movement that aims to establish this social order. Important because it is a government thats prevelant to the world. -
Nebuchadnezzar(605BC-562BC)
-Creates an empire that stretches from the perian gulf to the Mediterranean sea.
-Oversaw the building of two architectural wonders:The Hanging Gardens and the Walls of Babylon
-Was crazy and tried to have people interpert his dream and killed them if they didnt
Important because he was the most important king of the babylonian Empire. -
David unites Israelites
David unites the Israelites into one Kingdom(1000-960BC 40 years) Important because he wanted to avoid war and wanted to keep peace among the people. -
Delian League
Athens forms the Delian League with Greece -
Pericles
Ruler of athens 460-429BC brought the golden age to athens. Important becasue he was a prominent and influential statesman, orator, and general of Athens during the city's Golden Age. -
Socrates
Greek philosopher we still use his socratic method today in schools taught plato -
Roman republic
Prevents one individual from gaining to much power -
Romans
fell in 328AD overthrew the Etrunscans created the Roman Republic which lasted 500 years. Importatn because they shaped many religious beliefs which we follow even today and made many churches as a thriving civilization. -
Phillip II
Ruler of Macedonia Alexander the Greats father gains power in 359 BC. Important because he was the most powerful man of his time. -
Pericles
Created direct democracy and policies helps culture thrive in Athens. Brings economic excellence. -
Philosophers
Always asked questions. Didnt let emotions cloud judgement. People who think and challenge ideas and develop their own concepts about life. Important because they paved the way for later philosophers to evolve. -
Socrates
Original philosopher. Invented the socratic method- Poses a series of questions that challenge students to examine their answers. Was killed for "corrupting youth". Important because he pretty much brought up plato and was basically the first philosopher. -
Peloponnesian War
War that lasts 27 years between Sparta and the Delian League. -
Battle of Adrianople
A battle between Emperor Valens and his army and The Goths. Important because its the first time Rome has been defeated in battle. -
Romulus Augustus
Last western Roman emperor. dethroned by a barbarian and sent to live with relatives. Important because he was the last roman ruler of the west and lost it to barbarians which transformed his former kingdom. -
The Dark Ages
When middle Western Europe has no academic advancement or any achievements that are really significant. Important because people lost knowledge. -
Odoacer
Barbarian king of Italy he dethroned Romulus Augustulus and procalimed himself king. Important because he changed the movements of other tribes. -
Franks rise to power
Franks rise to power as another empire falls. Important because without them europe would be an islamic continent. -
3rd Century Crisis
Characterized by aggressive barbarians,civil war, economic depression, etc. Important because it was a downfall of the population of that time. -
Tetrarchy
Emperor Diocletians concept and plan of splitting leadership of rome into 4 regions. Important because it aided Rome by stabilizing power because it couldnt be ruled by one man effeciently. -
Otto
Otto the Great, was the founder of the Holy Roman Empire, reigning as German king from 936 until his death in 973. The oldest son of Henry I the Fowler and Matilda of Ringelheim, Otto was "the first of the Germans to be called the emperor of Italy" Important because he was tied with the catholic church and the HRE. -
Divine Rights Rule
The concept that Kings are kings because god wants them to be kings. Important because it influenced the choosing of kings for a millenia or more. It affected the whole community that the king ruled because it was a whole separate ruler than if one was elected by the people. -
Sargon conquered the sumerians
-Created the worlds first empire
-invaded and conquered sumeria
-After his death new conquerers split and destroyed his empire
Important because it pretty much did create the worlds first empire. -
Acculturation
the blending of two or more cultures. Important because it describes the change in a society when blended with another group that is totally different. -
Sumerian civilization(3300BC-2500BC)
-Created the earliest form of writing called cuneiform
-Thought to have invented the first wheeled vehicle
-created a complex religious system and built religious temples called zigurats. Important because they were the first civilzation to create a form of language. -
The bronze age
a period in human cultural development when the most advanced metalworking (at least in systematic and widespread use) included techniques for smelting copper and tin from naturally-occurring outcroppings of copper ores, and then smelting those ores to cast bronze. Important because it changed war techniques and gave the armies with the weapons an edge and changed the results of the wars. -
New Stone Age(1000bc-3300bc)
-Domesticaiton
-jumpstarted art
-invented inventing
-layed foundation for modern day life
Important becasue it led to many modern day advances that we utilize today. Also because we use pets as companions hunters and almsot anything we can in todays uses. -
Neolithic Revolution
-Transition from nomads to farmers
-Happened in 10000BC
-Leads to civilization of mankind
Important becasue its the basis of modern day advances and technology. -
brahman
The idea that a single spiritual power existed beyond the many gods of the vedas and that resided in all things. Important because it was the basis of hinduism. -
Peloponnesian League
Sparta and allies united to destroy the Athenians. Important because it was a major force in greek affairs. -
culture literature
Revival of literature and new literarure created. Important becasue it leads to knowledge and new mathematical practices.
