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Period: Sep 3, 1300 to Sep 3, 1500
The Renaissance
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Sep 3, 1348
The Black Plague
The Black Plague struck Europe in the 14th century. The plague was originaly spread by rats and then transferred to humans. It was estimated that 25 million people, or 30–60% of the European population was killed during the Black Plague. -
Sep 3, 1350
The Renaissance
The Renaissance started shortly after the Black Plague ended. The word Renaissance means to be born again. Meaning that the Renaissance was a new beginning for Europe and everyone effected by the Black Plague. -
Sep 3, 1450
The Printing Press
The Printing Press was invented by Johann Getenberg. He used the machine to create Bibles in German. The invention helped increase literacy. -
Sep 3, 1501
The Statue of David
The Statue of David was built by Donatello between 1501-1504. -
Sep 3, 1503
The Mona Lisa
The Mona Lisa was painted by Leonardo da Vinci in 1503. Da Vinci also painted The Last Supper and created many inventions. -
Sep 3, 1508
Sistine Chapel
The Sistine Chapel was painted by Michelangelo in 1508-1512. -
Sep 3, 1509
The School of Athens
The School of Athens was painted by Raphael. It was his made up school where all of the great minds came together to help one another. -
Sep 3, 1513
The Prince
The Prince was written by Machiavelli for princes to learn how to rule better. He said that it was better to be feared than loved. -
Sep 3, 1516
Utopia
Utopia was written by Sir Thomas More representing his vision of the perfect world. -
Romeo and Juliet
Romeo and Juliet was written by Shakespeare. Shakespeare during his lifetime created many new words that we still use today.
