West and the World History Timeline of Major Events Assignment

By shelby1717
  • 1096

    First Crusade (1096)

    The first crusade was an attempt to recapture Holy Land, which resulted in the establishment of crusader states such as Jerusalem. This engagement was carried out by European Christian Knights.
  • 1397

    Black Death in Europe (1397)

    The Black Death was a devastating bacillus spread plague that resulted in the death of over 50 million people. The plague was found among wild rodents, but was believed to be God's punishment towards mankind and it's sins.
  • 1440

    Gutenberg Invents Printing Press (1440)

    The invention of the printing press was a revolutionary invention that amplified our knowledge and made spreading ideas easier. Literature had begun to be more accessible, which was very important during this time.
  • 1450

    Renaissance Begins in Italy (1450)

    The Renaissance was the "rebirth" of European culture and society between the 14th and 16th century. The transition from the ancient to modern world happened during this time and rose modern ideas such as secularism.
  • May 29, 1453

    Byzantine Empire Falls to Ottoman Empire (May 29, 1453)

    In the great city of Constantinople, the glory of the Byzantine Empire was attacked and captured by the Ottoman Empire. Emperor Constantine XI died in battle on this day and the Byzantine Empire collapsed.
  • Oct 12, 1492

    Christopher Columbus Lands in Caribbean (October 12, 1492)

    On this day, Italian Explorer Christopher Columbus landed in the Caribbean, which is now known as the Bahamas. This discovery sparked the European colonization of the New World.
  • 1513

    Machiavelli Writes the Prince (1513)

    Niccolo Machiavelli begun to write his book dedicated to Lorenzo De 'Medici that describes the ideal ruler and how a ruler can maintain power. This book was eventually criticized for being cruel and immoral.
  • 1517

    Martin Luther Posts the 95 Theses (1517)

    During the reformation in Europe, Martin Luther posted a series of statements that would criticize the catholic church. This was supposedly nailed to the door of the Wittenberg Castle Church.
  • 1519

    Cortes Arrives in Mexico (1519)

    Cortes commanded his own expedition to Mexico, despite the fact that it was cancelled. Along with 500 other men, they attacked Tenochtitlan to overthrow the Aztec Leader.
  • May 2, 1529

    Leonardo Da Vinci Dies (May 2, 1529)

    At age 67, the true Renaissance Man, Leonardo Da Vinci died. Leonardo was an accomplished painter, inventor, scientist, philosopher, engineer and medical researcher who passed due to a stroke.
  • 1534

    Anglican Church is Founded by King Henry VIII (1534)

    Since King Henry VIII wished to divorce his wife but couldn't because of the rules of the Catholic Church, he founded the Anglican Church. This independent church of England was created through the act of Supremacy and severed ties with the catholic church.
  • 1534

    Cartier Arrives in New France (1534)

    Cartier was the first European to explore deep into the continent. He was considered to be one of the founders of Canada.
  • Aug 15, 1534

    Jesuit Order Founded (August 15, 1534)

    The Society of Jesuit emerges and claims that behavior is shaped through discipline and spiritual practices. This order was driving a force in reforming the church.
  • 1543

    Heliocentric Model Published (1543)

    Nicolaus Copernicus, a Polish astronomer, proposed the heliocentric system. This model would explain the orbits of planets around the Sun and the Moon that would revolve around earth.
  • 1545

    Council of Trent (1545)

    This council of the Catholic Church was held from 1545 to 1563 and was meant to discuss reformation in the Catholic Church. It was used as a counter measure such as Martin Luther, who challenged the church.

  • Galileo is Tried Before the Inquisition (1633)

    Galileo Galilei, an Italian philosopher, would face trial due to his belief in the heliocentric theory. The theory challenged the old geocentric model and went against the church, thus Galileo was ordered to recant his views.

  • Birth of Isaac Newton (December 25, 1642)

    The birth of Isaac Newton was only the beginning of his role that would later take place in the scientific revolution of the 17th century. Isaac Newton was an English mathematician and physicist who was a majorly influential scientist.