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1420
Maritime technology
Maritime technology was advancing at this time. This was vital for exploration across the oceans. -
1450
Gunpowder
Military technology advanced greatly at this time. The invention of gunpowder revolutionized war and fighting. -
1491
The Jesuits
The Jesuits were a new branch of religion. It was a Catholic counterpart to Luther or Calvin. After attracting a following he was imprisoned for a short while on suspicion of hearsay. -
1510
Luther explored forgiveness
Luther began exploring the idea that forgiveness comes from God and his love. This can be received through faith, not money or good acts like the Catholic Church was teaching. -
1530
Spread of Lutheranism
Lutheranism took over the German states dividing them almost equally. -
1534
Acts of Supremacy and Succession
These acts effectively separated England from the Catholic Church. This meant he could seize Catholic Land and wealth. -
1540
Catholic Reformation
During this time Catholics tried to get protestants to come back and join Christianity again. It wasn't until 1550 that they realized the divide was permanent. -
1545
Discovery of Silver in America
Although it lead to Spain's slow downfall, it was a monumental find at the time. -
Jesuits Schools
Young men were able to gain a deep understanding of Catholic beliefs with professors that were able to be more one on one. -
Henry IV assassination
Henry IV's death was a necessity for religious tolerance.