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Thirty Year's War
It started because of a religious conflict, mostly fought in Europe. There was more than 8 Million deaths, mostly resulting from disease, hunger, and the war. The war started in 1618 and continued until 1648. Throughout the years of the war it slowly became less and less about religion. More about who would rule Europe. https://www.history.com/topics/reformation/thirty-years-war -
English Bill of Rights
The English Bill of Rights was an act signed by William the Third and Mary the second. Who became co rulers to overthrow the king. It was signed into law in 1689. The bill outlined civil rights and is credited as an inspiration in the US Bill of Rights. Many people regard the English Bill of Rights as the primary law that set up their monarchy. https://www.history.com/topics/british-history/english-bill-of-rights -
War of the Austrian Succession
It started right after the death of King Charles VI. When Fredrick II took the throne and launched an attack on the Austrian region. He had an army of over 140 thousand. But in 1748 he quickly signed negotiations and treaties after several deaths. https://www.history.com/topics/germany/frederick-ii-prussia -
Stamp Act
The Stamp Act was the first tax on American Colonists. It was a tax because the British were in debt from the Seven Years' war. But the Colonists insisted the act was unconstitutional. It was in 1765 when the British were in major debt. American Colonists began to argue that only their own representative assemblies could tax them! https://www.history.com/topics/american-revolution/stamp-act -
American Revolution
The American Revolution was caused because of fights between the American 13 Colonies and Britain. France Had entered the war siding with the Colonists. Turning the civil war into an international conflict. The Americans soon won their independence in 1781 but the Revolution continued until 1783. https://www.history.com/topics/american-revolution/american-revolution-history -
Treaty of Paris
The Treaty of Paris effectively ended the American Revolution which is why this event is so important. John Adams and John Jay negotiated with the King and his representatives. The Treaty of Paris helped the King notice that Americans needed actual freedom. It was the start of American Independence! https://www.history.com/topics/american-revolution/treaty-of-paris -
Tennis Court Oath
In 1789 The French Members of the Third Estate took an Oath. The third estate declared themselves a National Assembly. Louis XVI assembled the Estates General. The oath was important because they voted not to Separate until the kingdom was established. It was a VERY Important even in the French Revolution! https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/third-estate-makes-tennis-court-oath -
The Storming of the Bastille
The Storming of the Bastille is an important event because in 1789 Parisian Revolutionaries attacked the prison/fortress. Which signaled the beginning of the French Revolution. Which is why it is important since it was one of the first things to Happen during the French Revolution. It caused a lot of casualties. Like the death of the King and his Wife Marie Antoinette. https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/french-revolutionaries-storm-bastille -
French Revolution
The French Revolution was a very important time in History. The French wanted to "redesign" their political systems, and with the poor policies during the time King Louis and His wife Marie Antoinette were met with death. The revolution failed to achieve all of its goals. But, The French Revolution shaped many modern nations by showing citizens should have power as well not just the rulers. https://www.history.com/topics/france/french-revolution -
Reign of Terror
The Reign of Terror is super important because it was a very dark time in the French Revolution. It was very Violent and Dangerous. The Reign of Terror began on September 5th, 1793. Radicals took control of the government. Which resulted in arresting and executing anyone who they suspected might not be loyal to the revolution. https://www.ducksters.com/history/french_revolution/reign_of_terror.php
