Leonardo da Vinci

Event 1

Apr 15, 1452

Born in the village of Vinci, near Florence, Italy. He was born to a servant girl and village official and spent the early years of his life with his grandparents. This event is significant as Leonardo da Vinci would go on to become a truly successful and loved artist. Source: (Joyce Moss and Geroge Wilson 66)

Event 2

Jan 1, 1455

Around 1455, Johann Gutenberg invented the printing press which led to the printing of the Bible. Many were now able to get their hands on the bible in a better condition. This event is significant as the Bible is an extremely important part of today's culture and without this event, it may not have been so to get one. With the printing press, we were able to print the Bible and distribute them among the people
accordingly. Source: (Plantagenet Somerset Fry)

Event 3

Jan 1, 1466

Begins appreticeship with the highly successful artist Andrea del Verrocchio. Starts his big journey to becoming a successful artist whilst working under an amzing leader. This is significant as it shows the start of da Vinci's success and how he will grow to become greatly admired. Source: (Philip Cane and Samuel Nisenson 22-25)

Event 4

Jan 1, 1478

Leonardo da Vinci completes his apprenticeship under the famous artist Andrea del Verrocchio. This is significant as it showed da Vinci's growth and success as an artist and he was now ready to take on the world spreading new ideas and information. Source: (Philip Cane and Samuel Nisenson 22-25)

Event 5

Jan 1, 1478

Once completing his apprenticeship, da Vinci was admitted into the Artists Guild. He then had the power to obtain his own patrons, and people began to recognize and respect him. This event is significant as it shows Leonardo da Vinci's success within the art world at the time and the power and recognition he would gain. He then had a say in important topics and his opinion mattered. People cared greatly about his work and would admire him. Source: (Philip Cane and Samuel Nisenson 22-25)

Event 6

Jan 1, 1483

Moves to Milan to work for Ludovico Sforza (the ruler of the city). He works for him as a highly creative military engineer. This is a significant event as it shows da Vinci's many talents other than just art. He can take control and is a very intelligent and scientific man as well as creative.

Event 7

Jan 1, 1487

The War of Roses ends in 1487 for England. There is finally peace within the country and hope of a brighter more organized future. This event significantly shows the importance the country had in this war. England solved inner conflicts and would go to be a successful country. This war symbolizes the gain in which England recieved and the power and structure they would recieve. Source: (Plantagenet Somerset Fry)

Event 8

Oct 1, 1492

Christopher Columbus finally reaches the "New World." After a long journey he discovers new land in the Americas. This event is significant as it is one of the biggest discoveries of this time. It leads to more exploration and a strive for more land. This event helped to further develop and discover the world. Source: (Plantagenet Somerset Fry)

Event 9

Jan 1, 1498

After 3 long years, Leonardo da Vinci completed a work that he would eventually be famous for ,"The Last Supper." This piece depicts when Jesus informs the Twelve Apostles gathered for Passover dinner that one is soon to betray him. This significantly shows da Vinci's various perspectives on important life topics and influenced people to look differently upon them. Source: (Philip Cane and Samuel Nisenson 22-25)

Event 10

Jan 1, 1502

Began his employment as a military engineer for Cesare Borgia after moving back to Florence. He would go to develop great plans and took careful notes which would help the military in defense. This event is significant, as although da Vinci was known for his artistic talent, he flourished in scientific and engineering as well. This would help his country not only to protect, but to be strong and smart in a needed time. Source: (Philip Cane and Samuel Nisenson
Source: (Plantagenet Somerset Fry)

Event 11

Jan 1, 1502

Amerigo Vespucci a famous Italian explorer discovers land in South America. He sailed from Europe all the way to tip of South America to make a great discovery. This event is significant as Amerigo discovered a land which would later go on to be a seperate continent. He helped map makers to expand their knowledge and would help the world to learn and discover.

Event 12

Jan 1, 1503

Da Vinci began his incredible depiction of his painting, the Mona Lisa. Taking many years to complete, this peace brought a new look to something so simple as a portrait. This event is significant as it would come to be Leonardo's most famous work as well as one of the most famous creations in the art world. This would go to show da Vinci's true talent as an artist and gain him respect and attention. Source: (Philip Cane and Samuel Nisenson 22-25)

Event 13

Jan 1, 1515

Da Vinci was offered the title of “Premier Painter and Engineer and Architect to the King.” This event is significant as it shows da Vinci's accomplishments and how successful he must've been to recieve this honor. Although he refused the offer, da Vinci had proven himself worthy or such an honor. Source: (Philip Cane and Samuel Nisenson 22-25)

Event 14

Jan 1, 1517

Around this time, Martin Luther's Protestant Reformation began. This was the attempt to reform the Roman Catholic Church once and for all. This event is significant as Martin Luther was very successful with his attempts and got people to listen. He created a new army of supporters who would eventually help fight to getting their churches back. Source: (Plantagenet Somerset Fry)

Event 15

May 2, 1519

While in Amboise, France, da Vinci passed away at a fair age for his time leaving a legacy of works behind him. He would be remembered for his creative perspective as well as his new ideas on scientific topis. This event is significant as it symbolizes Leonardo da Vinci's great knowledge and appreciation even when he died. It shows the legacy he created and the works he'd leave behind. Source: (Joyce Moss and Geroge Wilson 66)