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Clovis Conquers Most of France and Belgium
Clovis conquers most of France and Belgium, while converting his territories to Western Catholic Christianity. -
Oct 14, 1066
Battle of Hastings
William the Conqueror invades England (King of Englnd and the Duke of Normandy). The battle was his attack to claim his right as the english king. -
Nov 30, 1096
The First Crusade Begins
The Europeans attack Muslim Turks to try to take back their land Jerusalem. -
Nov 30, 1170
The First European Windmill Is Developed
The mill rotated by the direction of the wind and this was required because in North-Western Europe, wind directions are constantly changing. They were very large and built out of wood. It was also attached to a barn like structure, unlike the tall metal ones we see today. -
Nov 30, 1189
Richard the Lionhearted Becomes English King
He is the son of Henry II and he rules for ten years. His rule is set up just like his fathers. Ministers take his place when he is not there to raise taxes and support for the crusades. -
Nov 30, 1300
The Great Schism Begins
The Great Schism was when they decided to divide the churches into the Eastern Orthodox Church and The Roman Catholic Church. -
Nov 30, 1347
The Black Death Enters Europe
The Black Death is brought over to Europe from China and reoccurs frequently until the fifteenth century. The Black Death is a combination of bubonic and pneumonic plagues. The Black Death killed over 30% or 25 million people of the population and this disease tried to be cured in many unsuccessful ways such as flagellant. -
Nov 30, 1429
Joan of Arc Leads the French Troops
A young peasant girl who is born in France, basically joins the armyand leads French troops into wars with several successful wins. -
Nov 30, 1430
The Capture of Joan of Arc
Joan of Arc is captured by Burgundians and taken to England. She was accused of being a witch so she was publicly burned alive. -
Nov 30, 1453
The Hundred Years War Ends
The final battle was against the French after Joan of Arc was burned on the stake. While King Henry VII was in rule, he launched an attack on France because they were against making peace with the French. -
Charlemagne is Crowned Emperor
Charlemagne is crowned emperor by the pope in rome. He is the oldest son of Pepin the short. He is able to establish schools in all bishoprics and monasteries during his time as emperor. -
Charlemagne Dies
Charlemagne dies without leaving successors to rule the carolingian dynasty. His sole surving son, Louis the pious, takes his inheritance.
