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Barbarians invade the Western Roman Empire
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The last Western Roman emperor is deposed.
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The Sui dynasty reunifies China until 618
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Christianity spreads throughout much of Europe
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The Tang dynasty rules china until 907 The Tang dynasty ruled China from 618 to 907 during this time china was believed to have been in a time of peace and prosperity. The Tang Dynasty was formed when after the emperor was assassinated Li Yuan (then the governor) took over and crowned himself ruler/emperor.
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Muslims conquer much of the Middle East
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The Vikings begin attacking Christian settlements. Attacks continue until the Vikings convert to Christianity.
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Charlemagne is crowned as 'Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire'.
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The Khmer empire was a powerful empire that at its peak, ruled over much of southeast Asia know now as Cambodia, Thailand, Laos and southern Vietnam. The empire lasted from 802 CE through till 1431 CE. The thought to be first ruler was a man called Jayavarman ll ruled for 33 years. The capital of the Khmer empire was Ankgor which at its largest scientists believe was one of the largest cities in the world. In current Cambodia the ancient temples are a popular tourist destination.
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The Normans invade England
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The first crusade captures Jerusalem from the muslims.
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Feudal lords rule Japan.
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The Delhi sultanate spreads Islam in India.
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The mongols invade Afganistan, Persia, Russia, parts of Eastern Europe and China.
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The Mongol Empire reaches its peak
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The last crusade fails. The ninth crusade or the last crusade is usually considered the last major medieval crusade to the holy land. Crusades were religious wars between Christians and Muslims to secure control of holy sites sacred to both religions.
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The Ming dynasty is founded in China.
