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476
Roman Empire Falls
The Roman Empire falls apart as the effect of constant wars, the empire spreading too fast, weak economy, etc, -
Period: 476 to Jan 1, 1300
The Midle Ages
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Oct 7, 742
Charlemagne
Charlemagne (a.k.a Charles the Great) was born in 742, he became on of the most powerful and famous rulers of all time. -
Oct 7, 1090
Saint Bernard of Clairvaux
One of the founders of Cistercia. He lived during the Second Crusade and had a big influenece on the Catholic religion. -
Nov 27, 1095
The First Crusade
The First Crusade took place in Jerusalem, it was a military operation launched by the Catholic Church against people of opposite beliefs. They killed many people and the survivors were forced into slavery. -
Oct 7, 1160
Genghis Khan
Genghis Khan was born in Khentii Mountains, Mongolia. He grew up to be one of the greatest conquerors the world had ever seen. -
Oct 7, 1161
Pope Innocent III
Pope Innocent III was born in Italy in 1161. In times when the government was weak, he had a lot of power. He was in the Fourth Crusade which killed half a million Christians. Many would say that not all of his power was for good. -
Oct 7, 1173
The Leaning Tower of Pisa
The Leaning Tower was built in Pisa, Italy. It has seven floors and still stands today which makes it a big tourist attraction. -
Oct 7, 1215
The Magna Carta
The Magna Carta was a contract signed by King John, it limited the monarchy's power. -
Oct 7, 1254
Marco Polo
Marco Polo was born in Venice, Italy. He was the first traveler to cross the Gobi Desert to China and established many trade routes. He was also the first person to trace a route across all of Asia. -
Justinian I
Emperor Justinian the Great was born in Macedonia.
