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1491
Copernicus studies at the Cracow University
During the mid 1480's his father died, so his uncle took it into his own hands to ensure that Copernicus got a good education. He entered into the University of Cracow where he studied painting and mathematics. While he was there he started to get a growing interest in the cosmos and started collecting books on the topic. Time tables of history
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Jan 28, 1491
The birth of King Henry VIII
He was born on January 28, 1491 at Greenwich Palace, to Elizabeth of York (her father was King Edward IV, and her uncle was Richard III-the last Plantagenet king) and Henry VII. Although he is most famous for having 6 wives, he had many other accomplishments. Some of those being, he was the father to one of the greatest queens in England (Queen Elizabeth I), and various military successes. http://www.elizabethanenglandlife.com/thetudorsfacts/king-henry-viii-accomplishments.html -
Period: Jan 28, 1491 to Jan 28, 1547
King Henry VIII
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1509
Henry comes to power
In 1509 Henry VIII came to throne at just 17 years old after his father died. He ruled for 36 years. He brought his nation into Protestant Reformation. His older brother, Arthur, was heir to the throne. Sadly, he died and the age of 15, leaving Henry next in line for the throne. It was assumed Henry would enjoy a career in the church.
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1509
Raphael starts his painting the Stanza della Signatura frescoes
In 1509 Raphael started his painting the Stanza della Signatura frescoes and he finished it in 1511. It is located at the Palace of the Vatican. He was a famous painter and architect. https://www.biography.com -
Jun 11, 1509
King Henry's first marriage
On June 11, 1509 Henry married his first wife, Catherine of Aragon (who was was the widow of Henry's brother, Arthur). She birthed 6 children, all of which died except for one daughter, Mary. Henry became furious because he needed a male heir to take over the throne when he died. He wanted to divorce her, but the pope wouldn't allow it. This went on for many years. Eventually, he broke from Rome and declared himself the Head of Church of England. ( Kings and Queens of Britian) -
Sep 10, 1509
A earthquake destroys Constantinople
On September 10, 1509 a devastating earthquake destroyed Constantinople. It occurred at around 10pm in the Sea of Marmara. The earthquake had an estimated magnitude of 7.2 ± 0.3. After the earthquake a tsunami hit followed by a 45 day aftershock. This earthquake killed thousands of people, the exact amount is unsure but it ranges from 1,000-13,000 people https://www.revolvy.com
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1511
Henry gets a gift by Maximillian
In 1511, Henry was gifted one of the best armours in Europe by the Holy Roman Emperor, Maximilliean. His armour had a very bizzare look to it. It had two curly horns on either side of the head. The piece is technically called an armet, it protects the skull with hinged cheek pieces for face defense. www.thevintagenews.com/2017/01/01/henry-viiis-bizarre-looking-horned-helmet-was-designed-for-use-in-parades-rather-than-for-combat/. (Kings and Queens of Britian) -
1511
Portuguese capture Malaca
in 1511 the Portuguese captured Malacca. Albuquerque first departed from India for Malacca in April 1511. With him he brought 17-18 ships and about 1,200 men. The first attack they did on July 25, 1511 was unsucessful. Instead of giving up Albuquerque striked again and finally captured Malacca. http://www.worldheritageofportugueseorigin.com
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1533
Henry marries his 2nd wife, Anne Boleyn. Continued
The two were married for just three years before she was executed on May 19,1536. She was charged with many things, such as high treason, incest, and adultery. Henry was dissatisfied with the lack of sons and wished to have a speedy end to his marriage. Annes fate was sealed before even standing trial.(Henry had ordered her executioner from France before her trial began) Even though there was no proof to any of the charges she was found guilty and executed. www.biography.com/people/anne-boleyn -
Jan 25, 1533
Henry marries his 2nd wife, Anne Boleyn
Henry married Anne officially on January 25, 1533 after a secret wedding on November 14, 1532. She was crowned queen on June 1, 1533. Anne gave birth to one surviving daughter-Elizabeth I. Henry pursued Anne for many years while still married to his first wife. Anne rebuffed him repeatedly. This only fueled Henry's desire to end his marriage (another component in his break from Rome). Anne played a part in the reformation and assisted the spread of Protestantism in England. -
1534
Henry declares himself supreme head of the church of England
In 1534, Henry declares himself the supreme head of the Church of England. He did this because he was getting tired of his first wife, Catherine of Aragon. He had been trying to divorce her for years. The pope gave him the title of "Protector of Faith" and him wanting a divorce was testing that. So Henry sent an order that Pope Clement VII was acting illegally, and demanded that the church recognize the King as the head of the church and the protector of the religion. -
1534
Henry declares himself supreme head of the Church of England, Continued
This act made the Pope subordinate to the King. So now Henry could do whatever he wanted, and that's what he did. He divorced Catherine of Aragon, and moved on to Anne Boleyn. http://www.sussexvt.k12.de.us -
May 30, 1536
Henry marries his third wife Jane Seymour
On May 30, 1536 Henry married his third wife Jane Seymour. She was Anne Boleyn successor (and one of her ladies in waiting). She was the wife who gave birth to his son, King Edward VI. They got married only 11 days after Henry executed his last wife, Anne. They got married in secret, and Jane never underwent a coronation, therefore was never officially crowned a queen. She died just 9 died after giving birth due to an infection. https://www.biography.com/people/jane-seymour-39675 -
Oct 12, 1537
King Edward VI was born
On October 12, 1537, his only legitimate son Edward VI was born. Edward ascended to the throne at only 9 years old, when his father died. He was crowned at Westminster Abbey on February 20. Edward died at a very young age, ruling for just 6 years. He died at Greenwich Palace on July 6, 1553 at just 15 years old. He named his first cousin once removed, Lady Jane Grey, as his successor. http://www.historyisnowmagazine.com -
1541
King henry declares himself the King of Ireland, continued
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1541
Henry declares himself the king of Ireland
Henry and his predecessors were considered Lords of Ireland, but that tittle had very little power. More power hungry, Henry sent over two thousand men to kill off the most powerful family member of the Fitzgerald family. He wanted to please the Irish people, so he introduced the Protestant Reformation, which was against the Roman Catholic Church. His last part was to declare himself as the king of Ireland and gain more power. Although he was the king he didn't control much of the land. -
Feb 12, 1541
Santiago, Chile was founded
On february 12, 1541, Santiago, Chile was founded by a Spanish conquistador, Pedro de Valdivia. Originally the land was being lived on by the Picunche Indians, but when the Spanish came they were place under the rule of the Spanish settlers. Growth for the city was slow, but in 1818, it was named as the republics capital. After that the wealth of the city skyrocketed. www.britannica.com -
Jan 28, 1547
King Henry VIII dies
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Jun 24, 1547
Moscow is destroyed by a fire
The fire started on June 24, 1547. The fire destroyed parts of Moscow that had almost been entirely built out of wood. The fire injured about 80,000 people and killed about 2,700 to 3,700( not including children). The fire swept through Kremlin and blew up many powder stores located in the Kremlin's towers. www.revolvy.com/page/Fire-of-Moscow-(1547).
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