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Louis XIV is born
Louis XIV was born in Saint-Germaine-en-Laye. Louis XIV was known for his hostile foreign policy and unique style of leadership. Louis XIV would become one of Frances strongest rulers. (www.biography.com) -
Galileo Galilei Dies
Galileo Galilei was one of the most influential thinkers of all time. Galileo died in his house after 9 years under house arrest for false charges of heresy. Galileo was one of the most impactful scientists of all time and changed changed science forever.
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Rene Descartes publishes Principia Philosophiae
Rene Descartes published Principe Philosophiae in 1644, which discussed matter, mind, god, and the creation of the universe. The book was split into four parts, which discussed different topics. The four parts consisted of Metaphysics, second was physics and motion, third was astronomy, and fourth was properties of metals, minerals, etc.
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King Charles I Executed for High Treason
King Charles I was executed after the English Civil War for High Treason. After the Roundheads won the civil war, Parliament was in charge and Charles was put on trial for going against Parliament, imposing high taxes, and his wifes lavish spendings. This would have a major impact on how Monarchs were treated in a court of law.
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Louis XIV marries Marrie Theresa
Louis XIV married Marrie Theresa in 1660 in Saint-Jean-de-Luz. Louis married Theresa, not for love, but to end the feud between France and Spain, which everyone had grown tired of. Even though Theresa was Louis first cousin, they would have children together. This proved how devoted Louis was to his country.
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Louis XIV titles himself "The Sun King"
In 1661, days after Cardinal Mazarin died, Louis XIV announced that he would be the absolute monarch of France, which hadn't been done since Henry IV. He viewed himself as gods representative on earth, hence the name "The Sun King". From then on, Louis controlled everything that went on in France, and would work tirelessly to keep it that way.
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Franco-Dutch War
The Franco Dutch War was fought by France, Sweden, Münster, Cologne and England, against The Dutch Republic. Louis started the Franco-Dutch war primarily because he thought they were trading rivals, so Louis started preparations for war. As a result of the war, France expanded their territory and Louis proved himself as a strong, resilient leader.
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Louis XIV moves the Nobles to Versailles
In 1682 Louis moved the nobles to Versailles from Paris, this was most likely the smartest decision he had made in his life. Louis strategy was to move the rebellious nobles to a new palace in Versailles, this would give off the impression that him and the nobles were friends. This strategy would allow Louis to manipulate the nobles into doing what he asked. This decision would influence many leaders to follow in Louis footsteps.
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Louis XIV Revokes the Edict of Nantes
Louis revoked the Edict of Nantes because of his strong religious bias towards non-catholics. The Edict of Nantes granted religious freedom to french protestants, also known as Huguenots, and put an end to the religious wars going on in France. Louis revoked that in 1685 which caused about 200,000 Huguenots to leave France and caused a loss of skill, resources, and money. Although this wasn't very smart, it showed Louis predecessors how religion should be treated in France.
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Issac Newton Publishes "The Principia"
Issac Newtons book, "The Principia", talks about the laws of gravity and motion, the discoveries that Newton discussed in his book were some of the greatest scientific and mathematical discoveries of all time. In newtons book he wrote about his now infamous three laws, first of which were the laws of inertia, second were the laws of acceleration, and third was for every action there is an opposite reaction. His book influenced some of the greatest minds in history.
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War of Augsburg
The War of Augsburg was a war with France against the Dutch Republic, the Holy Roman Empire, England, and Spain. Louis was very focused on obtaining more territory for France, and after all the wars he had already fought, he still wanted more. This war indicated a decline in Louis judgment, and would cause the War of the Spanish Succession.
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Salem Witch Trials
The Salem Witch Trails started when a group of young girls accused multiple people of being involved in witchcraft. This would go on to inspire other events like the trials. For example, during the Cold War people went out and searched for, and accused people of being communists without probable cause. The Trails also brought about the term "Witch Hunt" which meant searching for specific groups of people, most likely involving hysteria.
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War of the Spanish Succession
The War of the Spanish Succession was a war between France and Spain versus The Holy Roman Empire, England, and Portugal. The war was caused by who should succeed Charles II after his death. This would indicate that England was coming to power, while France and Spain were on decline. -
Saint Petersburg founded by Peter the Great
After the Grand Embassy, Peter wanted to modernize Russia, so he set up Russia's first major seaport. This would help modernize Russia because it would allow them to trade with other European colonies. This had a major impact on Russia because this would finally introduce them to trade and help them to become in touch with the world and the new technology that came with it.
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Louis XV is Born
Louis XV, Louis XIVs grandson, was born on 1710 and would become the heir to Louis XIVs throne. Louis XV was born 5 years before Louis XIVs death, and Louis last words were to him, he said, “Why weep you? Did you think I should live for ever? I thought dying had been harder.” Louis XV, unlike Louis XIV, would be hated by many and one of the causes of the French Revolution.
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Louis XIV dies
Louis XIV died in 1715 in Versailles. Louis death was caused by Gangrene that he had been suffering from for a week. Louis death eventually caused the French Revolution because of Louis XVs rule.