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Period: Sep 18, 1540 to
Many Revolutions
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Sep 18, 1543
Heliocentric Theory Published
This is when Nicolaus Copernicus published the Heliocentric Theory. Heliocentric Theory states that the univers revolves around the Sun. -
Hobbes Publishes Leviathan
This book talks about the structure of the government and the society. -
Newton Experiences Gravity
Newton was standing under an apple tree when he experienced gravity. He experienced it when an apple fell on his head. -
The Social Contract is Published
The Social Contract is also known as the Principles of Political Right. It is written by Jean-Jacques Rousseau. -
We Declare Independence
The U.S. colonies declared Independence from Britain on July 4, 1776. This is why we have Fourth Of July. -
Start Of The French Revolution
In this time period, the king and queen were overthrown. It was overthrown because the middle class was no longer controllable by the old rules. -
Storming of the Bastille
It happened in Paris, France. It started the French Revolution. -
A Fight For Women's Rights
Mary Wollstonecraft published a book on women deserving equal rights to men. She had a strong enough opinion to publish a book about it. -
King Louis XVI execution/Reign of Terror Begins
He was killed for many choices against the country. His wife was executed that same year. -
Napoleon Crowns Himself
The crowning of Napoleon took place in France. He did it for the better of the country.
