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Apr 23, 1564
The Birth of William Shakepeare
William Shakespeare was born on April 23rd in Stratford-upon-Avon, England. John and Mary Arden Shakepeare gave birth to him. He had 2 older sisters and 3 younger brothers. This event is signifigant because he went on to become a famous author and play writer. Source: (Hughes 27) -
Oct 1, 1571
Ottoman navy destroyed by the Holy League
The Battle of Lepanto took place in October of 1571. The Holy League defeated the Ottoman Empire off of Western Greece. This event is significant becuase it kept the Ottoman Empire from expanding further along the European side of the Mediterranean. Source: (britannica) Source: (britannica) -
Shakespeare gets married
Shakespeare married Anne Hathaway on Novemeber 28th, in 1582. Anne was 26, and William was 18. Anne was from a small village called Shottery. This event is signifigant because Anne influenced Shakespear's writings. without her, some of Shakespears writings wouldn't have been made. Source: (Hughes 28) -
The Gregorian calender is issued
The Gregorian calender was issued in 1582. It was introduced by Pope Gregory XIII, and includes a 365 days divided by 12 months, with 31 or 30 days in each month exept for Feburary. This event is significant because it was a very accurate calender that would be followed. It happens to be the schedule that we use today too. Source: (newworldencyclopedia) -
The Anglo-Spanish War begins
The Anglo-Spanish War was between England ans Spain. There was conflict between these two nations but it was never settled. This event was significant because it was a major was a major war. Source: (britannica) -
First work is published
Shakespeare publishes his first peice of work, Henry VI, Part 1. It is about everything leading up to the Wars of the Roses, where the English political system is ripped apart. This is followed up by many more stories. This even is significant becuase it sparks the rest of Shakespears writings. Though this one wasn't as popular, it is important to the rest of the stories he writes. Source: (Honan 6) -
Theatres in London are closed
All London theatres are closed due to a plague carried by fleas. it killedabout 5% of the cities citizens. Shakespeare used this time to write poetry. This is significant because it was a set back for Shakespeare. it costed him money, and made him lose some popularity. Source: (Potter 20) -
Theatres reopen
In the Spring of 1994, the theatres of London are reopened. This is great news for Shakespeare. It was a short plague, and he now gets to get back to work. This event is significant because over the next few years, shakespeare be came one of the most popular figures in London. Source: (Potter 25) Source: (Potter 25) -
Romeo and Juliet is published
Romeo and Juliet, one of Shakespears many works, was published in 1595 after the theatres were reopened. This event is significant because Romeo and Juliet is one of the most famous stories still today. It was a huge step for Shakespeare in becoming a more popular figure. Source: (Honan 13) -
The Mali Empire is defeated
The great Mali Empire is defeated on April 26, 1599. It occured during the Battle of Jenné. This event is significant because it ended a very powerful empire. It also let smaller West African states to emerge. Source: (newworldencyclopedia) -
Shakespear's father dies
Shakespeare's father, Hamlet dies in 1601. He was sentenced to death for his role in the Essex rebellion. This sparkes Shkespeare's writing of "Hamlet" around this time, and his next few writing have a more depressed tone. This event is significant because he lost his father who was an important part of his life. It also switched the tone of his
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Dutch East India Company founded
The Dutch East India Company was founded in 1602. It was made to protect trade in the Indian Ocean, and to assist the Dutch in their war for independence against Spain. This event is significant becasue this agreement mde a huge influence on trading. As well as on the war between the Dutch and Spain. Source: (newworldencyclopedia) -
Queen Elizabeth dies, Jacobean age begins
On March 24th, 1603 in her palace. This ended her families legacy which had ruled since the 1400s, and started the Jacobean age. The Jacobean age startedwith James I who soon took over. This event is significant because ruling is very important. It was also because it was the beginning of a whole new age. Source: (britannica) -
Macbeth is published
Macbeth's most famous book and play is published in 1611. This event is significant becasue it becomes a very well known around the world. Shakespeare becomes an even more well known figure because of this story. Source: (Honan 27) -
Final plays are written
In 1613, Sahkespeare writes his final plays. They consist of Henry VIII, Two Noble Kinsmen, and Cardenio. This event is significant because it is Shakespears final push, before he can not write any more. These writings also become popular ones. Source: (Honan 23)
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Shakespeare dies
Shakespeare dies on April 23rd, 1616 from unknown causes. He'll die on his 52nd birthday. This event is signiificant because he was was a very popular figure. He was remembered for his plays and stories that he had written. Source: (Hughes 35)
