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A scholar and poet of the early renaissance. One of the first humanists ever. The very first to concept the "Dark Ages"
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A German blacksmith and inventor. Created the printing press as well as many other innovative items. Also created the movable type.
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A very popular and well known Italian statesman who also ruled over the Florentine republic. Being so rich and powerful, he became a patron helping to contribute to the arts of people like Michelangelo and Botticelli. He also held the power of balance within the Italic League, stabilizing political conditions for decades.
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An Italian polymath of the Renaissance. Header of many inventions such as the war machine and the flying machine (A modern day tank and helicopter). He created the Mona Lisa, a world renowned painting famed for it's detail. Also the creator of The last supper and the Vitruvian man
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A Dutch Philosopher and Christian Humanist. Wrote specifically in classical Latin. Renowned by the churches for his works such as the transference of the new testament of Greek and Roman history.
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Changed his name to Paul when he became pope, was born Allessandro Farnese. Was made a cardinal in 1493. Convened the council of Trent in 1545
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A popular writer best known for poetry. Created the "The Prince" a book in which political leaders are advised to use dishonest behavior in order to rule. His much lesser recognized book "Discourses on Livy" paved the way to modern republicanism.
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Revolutionary German Humanist best known for arts. Incredibly reputable at 20 due to his high quality wood cuttings. The very first European landscape artist
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Created the theory of the sun being in the center of the universe. Born in the city of Thorn, Prussia. A great polymath excelling in math, religion, astrology, and many more.
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Rival to Leonardo de Vinci. Almost all of his created artwork and sculptures are among the most famous today. One of several assistants to work on the Sistine chapels ceiling.
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A great English lawyer and social philosopher. Was Henry the 8th's royal chancellor. Wrote "Utopia" in 1516, a book describing a perfect world.
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Incredibly productive for his age, owning a large workshop. He became known for creating much more serene works when compared to other artists. He also took large part in the vatican projects
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A German priest who revolutionized Christianity and the Church. Rejected many teachings from Christianity including indulgences. Revolutionized religion and churches as a whole
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The archbishop of Canterbury. One of the founders of the church of England under King Henry VIII. Killed by Owen Reese when he refused to rejoin Catholicism.
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Born in 1491 a Spanish man. Started the Jesuit order. Known for his spiritual exercises
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Ruled England until his death. Created a new religion so he could divorce his many wives. Made radical changes to the English constitution.
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French theologian and pastor. The principal figure in the development of Christian theology. Actually exchanged many apologetic letters with Christian reformers, generating much controversy.
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Born daughter of King Henry VIII and the final member of the Tudor Dynasty. Her reign became known for many art and technological advancements.She never married or had childeren
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Created the idea of kinematics. Entered a conflict with the Catholic church leading to his trial for heresy. Went against all of Aristotle theories providing his own correct evidence
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Revolutionary English poet and playwright. Created over hundreds of works including 39 plays and 154 sonnets. He originally began writing comedies.
