Renaissance/Reformations

  • Jan 1, 1350

    Beginning of the Renaissance

    This was the very start of the Renaissance. This was when humanism was first introduced.
  • Jan 1, 1439

    Invention of the Printing Press

    The printing press was invented by Johann Gutenberg. This was a major invention during this time period. It revolutionized the manufacturing of books.
  • Jan 1, 1514

    Michelangelo paints the Sistine Chapel

    A big part of the Renaissance was the artwork. This started the importance of the artwork during this time period. Michelangelo painted these on the Sistine Chapel.
  • Jan 1, 1517

    Martin Luther 95 Theses

    These 95 Theses were posted on the door of the catholic church and it listed all the problems with the churches. This caused him to be excommunicated from the church.
  • Jan 1, 1524

    European War of Religion

    This war was fought by the protestant and the catholics. They were cause by the Protestant Reformation.