Timeline
500's
Germanic tribes such as the Franks dominate Western Europe. This bronze brooch depicts a Frankish warrior. |
800's
Frankish King Charlemagne is crowned emperor by the pope. Under Charlemagne, much of Western Europe id briefy united. |
900's
Sailing out of Scandinavia in long ships, Viking raiders plunge much of Europe into disorder. Such invasions contribute to the emergence of European feudalism. |
1000's
The European economy begins to recover. The growth of bustling new towns is one sign of revival. |
1096
Christians launch the first Crusade. |
1200s
The Dominican and Franciscan orders of the Christian friars are founded. |
1215
King John signs the Magna Carta limiting royal power in England. |
1347
The black death breaks out in Italy. |
1429
After leading French troops to victory over the English, Joan of Arc marches triumphantly into Orleans . |
1492
Spanish complete the Reconquista. |