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Nov 24, 1019
Yaroslav the Wise comes to power in Russia and begins marrying off sisters and daughters for alliances
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Nov 24, 1054
Yaroslav dies
Yaroslav dies in 1054. This event is important because it contributes to the downfall of Kiev. -
Nov 24, 1055
Seljuks capture Baghdad from Persians
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Nov 24, 1095
Beginning of the First Crusade
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Nov 24, 1099
First Crusade captures Jerusalem
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Nov 24, 1156
Moscow emerges as a "crude village"
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Nov 24, 1187
Muslims recover Jersualem after First Crusade
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Nov 24, 1227
Death of Genghis Khan
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Nov 24, 1240
Mongols capture Kiev
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Nov 24, 1480
Russians and Mongols retreat after "bloddless" standoff marking end of Mongol rule in Russia
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Vladmir comes to the throne
This event is important because it changes the empire. Vladmir during his reign converted all of the citizens to Christiantity. He also sent people to explore other people's religions before deciding on Christianity. -
Vladmir and all his subjects are baptised, establishing Orthodox Christianity as religion of Russia
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CIty of Kiev established on the Dnieper River
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Slavs and Vikings establish Novgorod
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Princess Olga visits Constaninople and converts to Christianity
This event is important because it is the beginning of Christianity in the empire. She is one of the first people who converts. This shows the start of conversion in the empire.