Events Russian Revolution (1917): The rise of the Soviet Union and the spread of communism. 2 years ago
Events World War I (1914-1918): The first modern global conflict, leading to major political changes worldwide. 2 years ago
Events The Abolition of Slavery (19th century): Various movements leading to the end of the transatlantic slave trade. 2 years ago
Events The Industrial Revolution (late 18th to early 19th century): Major changes in agriculture, manufacturing, and transportation. 2 years ago
Events The French Revolution (1789-1799): Led to the rise of Napoleon and the spread of republican ideals. 2 years ago
Events The American Revolution (1765-1783): The thirteen American colonies winning independence from Britain. 2 years ago
Events The Viking Age (circa 793-1066 AD): Norse seafarers raiding and trading from their homelands across wide areas of Europe. 2 years ago
Events The Scientific Revolution (16th to 18th century): Transforming views on society and nature. 2 years ago
Events The Protestant Reformation (16th century): Religious reform movement that led to the split of the Catholic Church. 2 years ago
Events The Age of Discovery (15th to 17th century): European exploration led to the first lasting European contact with the Americas. 2 years ago
Events The Renaissance (14th to 17th century): A cultural movement that profoundly affected European intellectual life. 2 years ago
Events The Mongol Invasions (13th century): Led by Genghis Khan, the Mongols created one of the largest empires in history. 2 years ago
Events The Crusades (1095-1291): A series of religious wars sanctioned by the Latin Church in the medieval period. 2 years ago
Events The Norman Conquest of England (1066): William the Conqueror’s invasion changed the English language and culture. 2 years ago