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Medieval History Timeline

(476 AD - 1500 AD)

This timeline covers the major events, leaders, and cultural shifts of the Medieval period, including the Crusades, the Magna Carta, and the Black Death. More Less

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Events

Charlemagne Crowned Emperor

Dec 25, 800

On Christmas Day in the year 800, Charlemagne, also known as Charles the Great, was crowned Emperor of the Romans by Pope Leo III in Rome, marking the revival of the title in Western Europe and Charlemagne's assertion of authority over a vast empire.

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Charlemagne Crowned Emperor

Battle of Hastings

Oct 14, 1066

The Battle of Hastings, fought on October 14, 1066, was a decisive conflict between the Norman-French army led by William the Conqueror and the English army led by King Harold II. This battle resulted in the Normans' victory, leading to the Norman conquest of England and significant changes in English history.

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Battle of Hastings

First Crusade Begins

Aug 15, 1096 - Jul 15, 1099

The First Crusade was launched in 1096 with the goal of capturing Jerusalem from the Muslim rule. Over the course of three years, the Crusaders marched through Anatolia and successfully conquered Jerusalem, resulting in the establishment of several Crusader states in the Levant.

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First Crusade Begins

Magna Carta Sealed

Jun 15, 1215

King John of England sealed the Magna Carta on June 15, 1215, following pressure from his barons. This historic document provided a foundation for the development of constitutional law and limited the powers of the monarchy, laying the groundwork for future legal principles and systems.

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Magna Carta Sealed

Hundred Years' War Begins

May 24, 1337 - Oct 19, 1453

The Hundred Years' War between England and France commenced in 1337 and lasted for over a century. It was a series of conflicts with significant impact on both countries, resulting in territorial disputes, social changes, and the emergence of new military strategies and technologies.

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Hundred Years' War Begins

Key Facts

  1. The Medieval period began with the Fall of the Western Roman Empire in 476 AD.
  2. The Crusades, a series of religious wars, took place between the 11th and 13th centuries.
  3. The signing of the Magna Carta in 1215 marked a significant step towards the limitations of monarchical power in England.
  4. The Black Death, one of the deadliest pandemics in human history, ravaged Europe in the mid-14th century.
  5. The end of the Medieval period is typically associated with the beginning of the Renaissance in the 15th century.

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