Marco Polo

Friar Traveled Across Europe

Apr 1, 1245

The Friar started from Lyons, clar across Europe he traveled, on the Volga River he stepped into the area of the Mongols. (www.history.com)

Marco Polo is born

Jan 1, 1254

Marco Polo was born in Venice, Italy. Marco Polo went on to be one of the most important and most known explores of his time period. One of the most important travels of Marco Polos life was when he traveled to China. (Cottler 7-13)

Hundred Year War

Jan 1, 1256

The Hundred Year war was going on between England and France. The war started when King Phillip VI tried to confiscate English territories. France dominated most of the war until England won decisive battles. The war ended when France expelled themselves from battle. (www.travelchinaguide.com)

Marco Polo Reaches China

Jan 1, 1265

Marco Polo arrived in China in the year 1265. Marco Polo stayed in China for a year and then met Kublia Khan. Marco satyed with the Kublia Khan for about four years. (www.travelchinaguide.com)

Aztecs Arrive

Jan 1, 1267

in 1267,The Aztecs arrived. The aztecs were an ethnical groyup of nomads in mexico. They settle on the southwest border of Lake Texcoco. Throughout the years they became a dominant force in Mexico. (www.travelchinaguide.com)

Returned to Venice

Jan 1, 1269

Marco Polo returned to Venice in 1269.Marco Polo stayed in Venice for about two years.Once again he left again for China in 1271. (www.history)

Going back to China

Jan 1, 1271

Marco Polo left for China again in 1271. This time Marco went with his father, Nicolas, and his uncle, Maffeo, and didnt return to Venice until 1295. This was 24 yaers after they sent out for his adventure. (Falcone 17-30)

Marco is appointed Privy Council

Jan 1, 1277

Kublai Khan appointed Marco Polo as an official of the privy Council in 1277, and for three years he was a tax inspector in Yang Zhou. He frequently visited Hangzhou, another city near Yangzhou. (www.history.com)

After being in China

Jan 1, 1284

in 1284, Kublai Khan was giving Marco official messages and docuements. When Marco went to India he wrote many stories about Indias common life and culture. (Cottler 7-13)

Travel to India

Jan 1, 1284

1284,After being in China for sometime, Kublai Khan was giving Marco official messages and docuements. When Marco went to India he wrote many stories about Indias common life and culture. (www.history.com)

Pisa Falls

Feb 1, 1284

in 1284, pisa fallsGenoa defeats Pisa in the Battle of Meloria. This defeat marked the end of the Republic of Pisa. (Cottler 7-13)

Set Sail to II- Khan

Jan 1, 1292

in 1292,Genoa defeats Pisa in the Battle of Meloria. This defeat marked the end of the Republic of Pisa. During the war, Genoa had 120 galleys. They also set up a trap at the Mediterranean ea and destroyed many Piscan ships. The Genoese need 15,000-17,000 rowers for their ships. (Falcone 17-30)

France and Scotland Alliance

Jan 1, 1295

in 1295,France and Scotland sign the treaty of Allliance. The treaty was signed in the city of Paris. The treaty was signed by, Phillip the Fair (France), and John Beliol (Scotlamd). (www.history.com)

Marco is Captured

Jan 1, 1298

In 1298, Marco was captain of a galley-ship in a battle against Venice's rival city, Genoa. He was captured as a prisoner of war. While he was imprisoned, he met a writer from the city of Pisa who encouraged Marco to write of his travels to asia.When he got out of prision he married Donata Badoer and had three daughters. (www.travelchinaguide.com)

returning to china

Jun 5, 1298

in june 5 1298Returning to China after nearly 20 years, Marco Polo had stories and riches unheard of in his homeland of Venice, Italy. Marco had become a legend of his own time, and his book called 'The Million' would be translated and distributed all across Europe. (Falcone 17-30)

Marco Polo's Death

Jan 1, 1324

in 1324,Marco Polo died after impacting Venice and China. without Marco, the world would be a different place, no one could have achieved as much as Marco achieved in his 70 year lifetime. (www.history.com)